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Sonya Bateson: How dare I suggest introducing a fee for a public space, right?
OPINION: I can feel the anger of some letter writers and social media commenters already.
Mark Lister: A lucrative quarter, despite the volatility
However, whether this continues or not is another story.
Netballer Tayla Earle 'really excited' to play in hometown after five years
"I think it will be a really special game," the Northern Mystics player said.
'Incredibly important': International student numbers bounce back in tourism town
The international student market is picking up again but where are they coming from?
Rotorua's steamy spots will spice up your Instagram
There are endless photo-worthy activities to be discovered in Rotorua.
Costs for Lake Tarawera sewage scheme expected mid-year
The cost of the project has grown "significantly" since 2018.
Burning cars and smashed glass: The park considered too dangerous for kids
'Absolute destruction': Crime prompts locals to take drastic action.
Thousands of state homes sit empty, maintenance budget up $410m
State homes are being brought to Healthy Homes standards - but some are empty.
'The town is going to be jam-packed': What's on for Easter weekend in Rotorua
“Happily fully booked for the first international Easter weekend in a long time.”
Letters to the editor: Retailers should take responsibility for abandoned trolleys
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Prepare for take off! Exciting new events added to Rotorua Marathon
A trio of new events being added to the programme of the 59th Red Stag Rotorua Marathon.
Rotorua’s Madison Blues seniors march into 2023 with excitement and triumphs
Madison Blues Seniors came away with first in the NZ senior Champion Display category.
Rotorua council missing out on millions in outstanding rates payments
The largest debt is more than seven years old.
'Wish I had begun sooner': Waka ama late-comer relishes success
Injuries prevented her from participating in her preferred activities.
Modern take on tikanga practices an uplifting experience
Vastly different kaupapa but the message is identical: Whanaungatanga.
Tuhoe festival unifying force 50 years on
Iwi members gather from all over the motu to celebrate.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Te Kaokaoroa: The death of Tohi Te Ururangi
“How good is the work of the ant".
Rotorua public invited to have say on draft Annual Plan, rates rise
Councillors approved moving to the next step, some with a 'heavy heart'.
The Premium Debate: Thousands of nurses move to Australia
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Work to remove driftwood from popular BoP spot
The awa’s detritus and driftwood have no way to leave the river.
Opinion: Made redundant? Here's what to do instead of getting bitter
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait's advice for people losing their job.
Record number of teams set up bumper netball season
Opinion: Netball Rotorua trialling a new initiative this season.
New figures reveal change in number of households in emergency housing motels
Emergency household numbers have risen slightly in Rotorua. Should we be worried?
'Withering' looks and 'cheeky' kids: How this teacher kept working for 52 years
'It’s about being calm and accepting them as they are'
The Premium Debate: When ‘the customer is always right’ is wrong
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Central city toilets out of action after fire
Three fire crews were called to the scene this morning.
First bid on the table for part of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
A new entity wants to set up a publicly owned company to buy the Turoa skifield.
Trolley town: Tourism hotspot counting cost of dumped shopping carts
Ratepayers are footing the bill, with hundreds removed each month.
Rotorua nurse joins thousands jumping the ditch
Nearly 5000 New Zealand nurses have registered to work in Australia since August.
'Great news': Half-price fares net bumper bus patronage as 'refresh' gets under way
New bus routes, stops and shelters are coming amid bumper patronage.
'More days on this Earth': Sisters celebrate as 'miracle' drug now available in NZ
“I never thought that I would be able to live the life I’m living now ... I’m thriving.”
Rotorua Lotto player shares $1m must-win Strike prize
A Rotorua player is $500K richer thanks to a must-win draw ticket.
Man accused of illegal hunting after alleged duck incident in Whakatāne
A man is facing several changes following an incident with a duck.