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Home-crowd advantage: Fifth time the charm for Magic?
Magic will face second-place holders, the Northern Mystics, in round 6 on Monday evening.
Air Force trainees perform formation flyover at Lakefront
The exercise was part of the air force's Operation Wise Owl training operation.
Opinion: How to stay motivated to exercise this winter
Opinion: It can be hard to stay motivated to exercise in winter.
'A lot of people are in limbo': Residents upset at possible mill closure
The Norske Skog paper mill employs 160 people
The fake $50 and the off-duty cop: How a man was nabbed for making fake money
How did he do it and why?
'Consumed with grief': Widow says DHB failed her husband
"I am absolutely consumed, consumed with grief," widow of heart surgery patient says.
Brother-in-law on trial for murder: Jury returns verdicts
James McFarlane was accused of killing Thunder Savage by stabbing him through the chest.
Rotorua will have Māori wards at next election
Tania Tapsell was the only councillor to vote against the introduction of Māori wards.
Rugby: Rotorua-Whangārei battle resumes after 24-years
First XVs reunited for the first time since 1997 - long-lasting annual fixture hoped for.
Hearts and homes: SPCA foster homes needed
The Rotorua SPCA needs more foster carers to open their homes to animals.
Through thick and thin: Couple celebrates 50th anniversary
Local couple Pat and John Wyatt recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
Paul Hickey: Habits, Vetora Family Day, and Chicago performance
Paul Hickey discusses habits, Vetora Family Day, and JPC's Chicago performance.
Arts Village buzzing as creativity and information shared
The Arts Village was "full and happy" at its Community and Family Event.
Targa Rotorua zooming into city, supporting special cause
Tomorrow and Sunday Targa Rotorua is on, and Race4Life is the chosen charity for Targa NZ.
'Hemp can help.' iHemp Summit to hold free expo
Industry leaders hope the event will help to raise awareness about hemp's many uses.
Join choir for show reflecting on the positives
The Rotorua District Choir is looking forward to showcasing some wonderful music.
Musical travel: Go on an OE with concert duo
Cello Journey, presented by Rotorua Music Federation, is being held in Rotorua on June 1.
Programmes sharing new life skills and experiences
Awhina School/Activity Centre is in its second year of Mana Tane/Mana Wahine programmes.
Luke Kirkness: Why I'm ditching the shirt and tie for chinos and funky socks
Opinion: Challenge the status quo people, do not give in to the man.
Whakatāne nurse warns of 'worn-out' workforce
The warning comes as thousands of nurses and healthcare staff plan to strike on June 9.
Benefit boosts 'like Lotto' for some, Budget offers less for others
Benefit rises will help people cover costs such as extra fuel, food, shoes or other goods.
Local Focus: Escaping from Covid, the new game business launching in Rotorua
Escapade pivots in a post-Covid world. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Businesses need 'broad shoulders' after Budget under-delivers, Bay sector leaders say
Not enough to offset housing costs but makes "life a little bit easier at the fringes".
Tokoroa man admits making and using fake $50 notes
The 39-year-old aluminium joiner had equipment and materials to make the fake $50 notes.
Welcome to Rotorua Raukura and Zephyr
It means there could potentially be three eggs laid each year, per pair.
Rotorua Netball struck again: No parking signs stolen, club hacked off
It's not the only thing stolen from the club in recent months and the club is over it.
Jo Raphael: Why you should care about the Budget
OPINION: It's time to see what the Government has in store for our future.
About the Budget: What to know before the announcement
Opinion: Already the Government has dished out millions of dollars.
'Kids are the future' - more support, resources, councillors
One mum says schools need more support to deal with housing crisis effects on children.
Gangsters' paradise: Police figures reveal the gang capital of NZ
There were 1058 gang members in October 2017 in the Bay. Now there are 1493.