Regional ratepayers to fund $3.58m loan for Tarawera Sewerage Scheme
Debate on the final split of the controversial scheme's $32.3m cost begins today.
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Bay of Plenty traffic expert defends te reo signs
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202-home project advances despite financial woes for developer's companies
The Government partnered with Watchman Capital; funding is reportedly solid.
Contractor supporting rubbish truck driver involved in fatal crash
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A serious crash has happened on Dansey Rd near Rotorua. Video / Ben Fraser
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Taser probe incident: Woman appears in court
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Killer's jail sentence quashed due to critical letter error
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Rotorua locals have their say on city's future
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Opinion: US-China tariff truce sparks major market rebound
US and China agreed to a 90-day tariff truce, reducing tensions significantly.