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Cancer survivor to take on Rotorua Marathon 10km

Rotorua-based radiographer Rebecca Francis has overcome many obstacles.

Injured officer praised for actions pushing car off road

How Rotorua police officers pushed an out-of-control car off the road.

Letters to the editor: Time to dole out some tough love

OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.

Ōpōtiki District plans tsunami education campaign

A tsunami hikoi will be planned within the next two to three months.

Unknown sums handed over to moteliers for damage

Some moteliers are speaking out, saying they're being demonised.

Police officer convicted of drink driving after on-duty crash is 'deeply regretful'

The officer admitted two driving offences following an incident in Edgecumbe.

Top architecture award goes to Te Puke garden shed

A potting shed, which doubles as a washing line and shelter, was a winner.

Rotorua hotel evacuated after fire alarm

The incident appears to be a false alarm.

Local Focus: Miss Rotorua to become a reality series

These days it's a bit different with ages 15 to 48. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Almost $3m spent a week to help with housing costs

Thousands across the region are struggling to the point of needing a Government top-up.

Taupō District Council reaffirms establishing Māori wards

Taupō District Council has reaffirmed its decision to establish Māori wards.

Residents' plea for fairness over sewerage scheme

The council says it cannot lock down the sum until everyone has signed on.

Police officer injured in Rotorua pursuit

The pursuit began about 1.40pm.

Revealed: How much your District Health Board spent on travel

Airfares, car rentals, and transport fares go into the domestic costs for your DHB.

Man dies after crash at Lake Okareka

The man was taken to hospital with serious injuries but later died.

Kiri Gillespie: Reducing speed limits only half the battle to stop speeders

Simply doing the paperwork isn't going to cut it, in my view.