Withdraw or pursue? Fate of Māori wards bill on council table - $146k spent so far
This week, Rotorua's council will decide to either scrap or keep pursuing the paused bill.
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Cyclone Gabrielle: Napier records second-wettest day ever
'Gabrielle is one of the worst storms to hit Aotearoa New Zealand in living history.'
'Combined effort': Estimated $100k-plus worth of supplies flown to Hawke's Bay
The pilots would keep flying “for as long we have donations coming in”.
'We could save some lives': Breast cancer trial lends survivor chance to offer others hope
Kathy Satchell was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2017.
Sir Howard Morrison Centre: Whānau Day a success after Friday night’s gala event cancelled
And the Rotorua mayor said she was "humbled" to see the centre "come back to life".
Seven reasons why first-home buyers are back in the market
Fears of shockingly higher interest rates are rapidly disappearing.
'Fantastic': Sir Howard Morrison Centre reopening celebrated with Whānau Day
“It was just really cool to see all the people... enjoying themselves"
'Expect to see higher menu prices': Minimum wage increases $1.50 per hour
The adult minimum wage will be rising to $22.70 per hour from April 1
Kiri Gillespie: Greater insight into teenage mental wellbeing a no-brainer
Opinion: We should be learning more about why kids skip school
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New Zealanders are tired after a tough 2020, 2021 and 2022.
ChatGPT threatens language diversity in the age of AI
OPINION: Writing itself is a technology that can be used to further inequality.
Sir Howard Morrison Centre opening: 'Dad's legacy will live on forever'
"It’s pretty exciting for the whole city ... because bigger theatre, bigger shows.”
As the number of homeless in motels halves, locals say Rotorua's positive ‘vibe’ is returning
Rotorua residents say there's a positive impact of having fewer homeless living in motels.
Council cancels Sir Howard Morrison Centre gala show after technical issues
Tonight's show marking the opening of the Sir Howard Morrison Centre has been cancelled.
Women’s race organisers slammed for holding event despite flood
The annual women's adventure race is going ahead this weekend at the outrage of many.
Sir Howard Morrison Centre opens with gala performance
Opinion: Sound issues mar what could have been a brilliant night.
Sonya Bateson: Social media - we can’t live with it; we can’t live without it
OPINION: I hate social media.
Power restored to all but a few in Rotorua and Taupō
More than 9000 households were initially without power on Tuesday.
'Surreal': How this 'inspiring' 21-year-old just bought his first home
Liam Benfell and his partner have purchased a home in Ōwhata listed at $450k.
Lakes Trust boss going to job at Tari Taiwhenua
Karen Vercoe has extensive experience in governance and working for her hapu and iwi.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Popular science and design fair back again
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Get those thinking caps on for next mahi.
'Being Maori is the coolest thing in the world': Kaihaka has haka in her blood
"Whakapapa is very important to our whanau; it grounds us in our identity."
Fitting tale as Ngai Te Arawa head into Matatini
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Tamatekapua is famous for his skill, agility and boldness.
Cyclone Gabrielle shows how real the threat from climate change is
OPINION: The impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle are utterly devastating.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Clean-up efforts continue in Rotorua
"Things will be starting to return to normal for a lot of people in Bay of Plenty."
'Breakdown of society' a barrier for young people getting jobs, educations
Social media and fewer face-to-face connections are also barriers faced by young adults.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Why the Bay of Plenty got off lightly
The Bay of Plenty dodged the most severe weather due to its geography.
Lakeside line up announced: Iconic event alcohol-free this year
It's just over three weeks until Lakeside is back in Rotorua - the milestone 25th concert.
'Absolutely awful': Headstones damaged after car 'ripped through' cemetery
One woman was arrested after the incident on Monday morning.
'Vital' events aim to ensure homeless community counted in census
The events are part of a strategy to get better census engagement this year.
Mauri stone ceremony for new mental health inpatient facility in Rotorua
The mauri stone was found on site during the earthworks which began in November 2022.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Most households reconnected to power in Rotorua
Rotorua woke to fallen trees, school closures, a burst water main, power outages.
Slips, power outages but Eastern Bay dodges cyclone bullet
Acting mayor proud of the Whakatāne District Council’s response.
Looks matter when it comes to shopfronts
OPINION: Merepeka Raukawa-Tait says the shopping experience starts at the shop entrance.