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Brrrrrr! Sub zero temps as region shivers

Frozen windscreens and glistening lawns were on the menu this morning.

'Rotorua has been trashed', retired policeman speaks out

Phil Spackman loves Rotorua but a dog attack on Fenton St concerns him.

Govt's $30m motel emergency housing shake-up 'not a solution', says MP

The Government will directly contract motels for emergency accommodation it's announced.

'You're talking about children': Council hears submissions on speed limit review

Child safety was at the forefront of discussions around the Speed Limit Review 2021.

Govt steps in - direct contracts with motels for emergency housing

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is stepping in.

Rotorua swimmers produce 16 top 10 finishes

Swim Rotorua had eight swimmers attend National Age Group Championships.

Jo Raphael: Don't make border workers choose between job or jab

OPINION: Port workers shouldn't have to choose between their job or the jab.

Comedy with a conscience: James Roque takes his show Boy Mestizo to Rotorua

James Roque brings Rotorua a personal, political comedy show full of punchlines.

Rotorua farewells Lynmore principal Lorraine Taylor

The now-former principal of Lynmore School, Lorraine Taylor, has moved to Upper Hutt.

'Stop parking in cycle lanes,' says cyclist who fears lives are at risk

A cyclist is taking aim at those who park in cycle lanes.

Police Constable back home after burns treatment

Kris Dale, formerly of Whakatāne, was badly burned by a gas bottle.

Rotorua artists shortlisted for Māori award

The award was launched to inspire a new generation of emerging Māori artists.

Kelly Makiha: Are we a bunch of snobs or is there something wrong with emergency housing?

OPINION: Do residents have the right to not like homeless people in their street?

Rotorua tourism could benefit from new $200M recovery plan

Rotorua tourism operators welcome funding to offset loss of international visitors

Is the Rotorua CBD a hot spot for crime?

Police say they are dealing with one group involved in a spate of break-ins.

Retired Rotorua coroner Wallace Bain launches new book

Coroner Wallace Bain has written a book about his 28 years speaking for the dead.

Rotorua Airport to host Air Force fleet - How to watch the action

Trainee pilots will be perfecting their flying skills from an unfamiliar airport.

Detour delayed: Rain pushes back start date for Ngongotahā Western Rd detour

The detour was initially postponed until Tuesday.