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MP to meet ministry over 230 job losses at Kinleith Mill
The mill will cease all paper production before July 2025.
Police investigate ‘unexplained’ death in Bay of Plenty
Police urge anyone with information to call 105.
‘We made history’: Pipeline protesters say they’re staying
It comes after seven arrests overnight as construction work restarted.
‘Forever in your debt’: Family speak out after man died saving brother on Lake Taupō
Vincent, 36, died at Acacia Bay while saving his brother’s life in January.
‘Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’: 16yo set for voyage to subantarctic islands
'They’ll encounter wildlife most people will never see in their lifetime.'
Editorial: How Māori haka is being commodified by global corporations
Haka is not a corporate exercise or a party trick; it is whakapapa, identity, and history.
Why Te Matatini’s global potential excites the Finance Minister
Ōpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.
‘A full and very positive life’: Funding to begin for life-extending cancer drugs
Rhys Drayson passed his given life expectancy after taking the drugs in a clinical trial.
Rotorua police and protesters face off over Tarawera pipeline works
Police, Rotorua's council and protesters discuss Monday night's events at Lake Rotokākahi as Tarawera Sewerage Scheme works resumed. Video / Laura Smith
New twist in Nia Glassie case: ‘I told yous from the start I was innocent’
Second Curtis brother convicted of 3yo's murder makes first Parole Board appearance.
‘It’s been a grind': The former All Black preparing for his first Ironman
He's training with All Blacks Performance Coach Nic Gill for the event.
‘A really precious thing’: New owners rally for Rotorua Supper Club
The Supper Club event supports two Ronald McDonald Family Retreats in Rotorua.
Arrested protesters not charged as police remain at worksite
It comes as an iwi group makes a last-minute legal move to stop the works.
Rotorua considers new bottle store freeze to tackle alcohol harm
It comes as the city sets a new national record for liquor licence opposition.
‘Real special to win’: Rotorua riders dominate MTB nationals
The Downhill National Championships were held in Rotorua on the weekend.
Tutor's job saved, 48 students to keep learning at Toi Ohomai
Changes were made to a proposal to axe the programme and role.
Mark Lister: Navigating Trump's second term requires market patience
OPINION: Trump may prove more measured and adaptable than some believe.
A ‘privilege’ to perform: Bay kapa haka teams amped for Te Matatini
A translation app including six languages has been set up for Te Matatini 2025.
‘Incredible showcase’: Opera in the Pā returns with stellar lineup
Headliners include bass Eddie Muliaumaseali’I and mezzo soprano Sarah Sweeting.
Teen needed facial reconstruction surgery after work accident on his birthday
'When I first saw myself, I was in shock … why did this happen to me?'
‘Profoundly disturbing’: Men who paid for sex with 13-year-old sentenced
Three men were sentenced in Rotorua on Friday to home detention.
'Killing machines': 20 sheep 'ripped to bits'
'For them to come to that sort of end is absolutely deplorable.'
Fatal fight: Jury reaches verdict on logger who claimed self-defence
A jury has reached a verdict in the Nathan Moscrip High Court manslaughter case.
They’re back! MTB Nationals return to Rotorua – all you need to know
The downhill competition will run for the final time over the famed Taniwha Trail.
‘A blameless life’: Teacher supplied drugs to teens, sought to avoid conviction
'He was well-liked and respected in the community, or was until this happened.'
'Strategic move': Tourism town's bid to attract more Chinese tourists
Tourism agency inks partnership with Air China to 'strengthen ties'.
Second maths error in 2 weeks: 7 months' jail added for double fatal crash driver
Rotorua drugged driver Hemana Morgan-Edmonds will serve seven months longer in jail.
Up to 1000 rally against hospital downgrading health services
Obstetrics and gynaecology services at Whakatāne Hospital have been downgraded.
'Everyone is welcome': ‘Bowls and BBQ’ fundraiser returns for fifth year
Big Brothers Big Sisters Rotorua matches children aged six to 12 with adult mentors.
Lakes mates: Neighbours team up for regional deal bid
'Working with our friends down the road.'
Concern for missing Rotorua man: Police appeal for sightings
He was last seen on February 9 in Rotorua's Hamurana area.
Police search for missing man after burned-out car found in Waikato
Police are searching for Travis Langford, missing since January 17.
‘Extreme fluctuations’: What recruiters say as region’s job ads drop 22%
'The job market has become more competitive.'