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Backlog's back: Warning over Te Ngae Rd
Eastside motorists are being warned about Te Ngae Rd traffic.
Could Kamala Harris be the next US president?
OPINION: Could we have just met the next United States president?
Farm fined for discharging effluent which turned water green
The farm manager was also convicted and discharged.
Bay women among new faces in Black Ferns
Four Bay of Plenty women have been named in the Black Ferns.
Stranded! Rotorua woman caught in Napier floods
Angela-Claire Gelissen had planned to get a bus back to Rotorua today.
Revealed: Rockshop Bandquest winners
The winning musicians came from Ōtūmoetai Intermediate.
Hume Pine Rotorua to dig deep for Christmas Appeal
Hume Pine Rotorua is one of the first businesses to get behind this year's appeal.
Thunder and hail: Heavy rain watch in place for BOP
Bay of Plenty residents will need to keep their umbrellas handy.
'Best foot forward': Covid tracing card embraced by Ngongotahā community
The trial would potentially enhance the Covid-19 contact tracing process.
Local Focus: Covid card experiment underway in Ngongotahā
Te Arawa's Covid card has the potential to save lives. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'A touch of racism': Council, mana whenua take transport agency to task on bilingual signs
But Waka Kotahi has to work within the rules.
Missing woman's body found by hunters
Tauranga woman Rebeka Storey has been missing since September 5.
Delay in court cause for man accused of following runner
A man accused of accosting a woman while she ran in Puarenga Park has appeared in court.
Coo-pling up? Senior kererū proves its never too late to find love
'It's cute, the two of them have been cooing back and forth to each other.'
Silver Ferns reconnect in Rotorua
The silver Ferns celebrated a successful Cadbury Netball Series in thrilling fashion.
Cricket: Three centuries in Bay of Plenty Cup
The rain held off long enough for some Baywide cricket fireworks.
Petition launched for security cameras at cemeteries
An online petition has got more than 1100 signatures since it was launched on Friday.
Christmas Appeal: Ranolf Medical Centre to 'Fill the Caravan'
Ranolf Medical Centre staff are urging the community to give to the Christmas appeal.
Covid-19 contact tracing cards go live in Ngongotahā
More than 1100 people have signed up for the trial.
'Walking on a tightrope': Charities feel Covid crunch
But it's not all "doom and gloom", says one financial specialist.
People crying in the streets: Rotorua man describes LA scenes
How locals feel about the US election result.
Stephanie Worsop: Where's the variety in little boys' clothing?
Girls' clothing racks are full of brightly coloured shirts, bedazzled overalls and more.
David Beck: Christmas foodbank appeal an opportunity to spread aroha
Opinion: It's been a tough year for all, but some are feeling it more than others.
Fight for Rotorua rescue helicopter continues
Todd McClay vows to fight for rescue helicopter, while current service details are shared.
How a 2021 calendar will help feed the needy
Here's a must-have for those who love Rotorua.
Small business boom: Why Rotorua people are going out on their own
We speak to two businesswomen who have established their own businesses this year.
Leaks, security concerns, overcrowding: Documents reveal major issues with courthouse
Construction work was due to start last year. The Government is still considering options.
From Cape Runaway kid to MP: Rawiri Waititi's path to Parliament
'Democracy has never worked for our people as the majority always rules.'
Food bank appeal: Demand soars for food parcels as Covid-19 hits community
Christmas appeal launched to help families in need across Rotorua.
Te Ngae Rd traffic is moving again, but not for long
Traffic is flowing better on Te Ngae Rd - but how long will it continue?
Health warning for Lake Taupō lifted
The health warning for the south-eastern bays of Lake Taupō has been lifted.
Why Rotorua's council failed to meet nearly half its service targets
The council says it was on-track before Covid-19 hit, impacting people-related services.
Final election results: Waititi and Coffey react after winner revealed
Plus the fate of the other electorates in the Bay of Plenty announced.