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Te Arawa performing artists unite to launch Aronui 2021
Aronui returns with a new trailer in collaboration with 'Te Whare Tapere o Te Arawa'.
'Escalation of poverty' in pandemic linked to jobs, living costs
'If we give up, say it's too hard, we are consigning a generation to the scrap heap.'
Woman murdered by partner was 'beautiful and full of life'
Darkie Cable has pleaded guilty to murdering Samantha Reid near Taupō in January 2020.
'I imprisoned myself': Miss Rotorua contestant's inspiring story
Pageant contestant Anita Paul is a single mother of six children.
Opinion: Supermarket industry needs a fair shake of the sauce bottle
OPINION: Farmers' and supermarkets' margins need more balance.
Elective services disrupted for specialist doctors stop work meetings
Doctors across the region will attend the meetings this week.
Dairy labour shortage: 'I'm doing 16 hours a day minimum'
''If you are in a shop you can lose a customer so be it, but you can't lose a cow.''
Jo Raphael: Balance between personal responsibility and public safety
OPINION: Councils must ensure public safety when projects are designed to draw people.
Sevens gold glory: 'Baby sister is so amazing'
The Black Ferns Sevens beat France 26-12 to win gold at the Tokyo Olympics.
Controlled burn could be seen on Mt Ngongotahā
A large fire burned on the side of Mt Ngongotahā this afternoon due to a controlled burn.
Under new management: Bay Dreams 2022 introduces 'fresh new look'
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Bumps and police aim to stop Ngongotahā roadwork speedsters
Speeding through roadworks has led to the installation of two plastic speed bumps on SH36.
Lakes DHB holds rank for one of highest Covid vaccination rates
In most DHBs, the rate for Māori is about half the general population.
Magical market moment: Markets Twelve 21 opens doors
The new indoor market named Markets Twelve 21 opened its doors on Saturday.
Rotorua's million-dollar suburbs revealed
'The next level at $2m is starting to emerge,' says a real estate professional.
'It's the principle': Woman to fight 8-year-old parking ticket in court
'A lot of people would be really intimidated by a letter like this.'
Don't panic! The fire is under control
A large fire will burn on Mt Ngongotahā on Saturday but it is being controlled.
St John opens new Rotorua ambulance station
"This is about the wellness of our people. The wellness of our mokopuna."
National's new tough on crime campaign uses bad data, attacks scheme Collins helped set up
Judith Collins was Minister of Police in 2010 and Minister of Justice in 2014.
'It feels like half of me is gone': Crash victim's husband gives emotional statement
Pastor sentenced for causing the death of a nurse who cared for Whakaari victims.
Kaupapa Māori mental health service gets funding boost
'I do feel stronger. Talking about things helps,' a Poutama Ora participant says.
Trust invests more than $5m in community in past year
The news was revealed in today's annual general meeting.
'No punishment in this world can be big enough': Life imprisonment for double murders
A jury had found Samuel Fane guilty of murdering Paul Lasslett and Nicholas Littlewood.
Zizi Sparks: Now is the time to be patriotic
OPINION: Whether you wanted the Olympics to be cancelled or not, they are happening.
Letters to the editor: Next leader must be equally as bold
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
Love, support and hope - Get behind Rotorua HopeWalk
People are being encouraged to save the date of Rotorua HopeWalk 2021 on their calendars
Journey full of highlights: Q&A with Mary-Beth on The Arts Village
Mary-Beth Acres reflects on her journey as Arts Village director with Rotorua Weekender
St Chads a heart-warming way to volunteer your time
Rotorua Weekender's Shauni James experiences volunteer work at St Chads Charitable Trust.
Paul Hickey: Taking your car for its dreaded WoF check
Paul discusses car woes, business award votes, pies, and horse racing and dance action.
Celebrating citizenship: 29 people become Kiwis
Twenty-nine people became new Kiwi citizens this week.
Two choirs to share the joy of singing
The NZ Male Voice Choir will combine with the Rotorua District Choir for one concert.
Rotorua and Taupō to receive kaupapa Māori mental health service
Associate Minister of Health Peeni Henare met with providers of Poutama Ora today.
Stencil creations: Learn new skills through art workshops
The Arts Village has workshops coming up, run by street artist Razor Taser Laser.