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Opinion: Reasons why 16-year-olds should be allowed to vote

OPINION: There is nothing dangerous about the act of voting, at least not in New Zealand.

Blood and power: Green light for shared $16 million new city building

Building consent valued issues for $16m for a five-story office building.

NASA astronaut coming to Rotorua

NASA astronaut and microbiologist Dr Kate Rubins is visiting Rotorua in January.

Opinion: Lowering voting age wise for NZ's future

OPINION: When you consider the things young people can already do, this just makes sense.

Black Friday sales expected to blitz Boxing Day again

Plus: Consumer NZ's top 10 tips to make sure you're getting a good deal.

Comment: Happy as working from home

OPINION: Covid has made working from home more acceptable.

Review: Comedians donate a night of laughs in support of rainbow community

The charity event was about rallying support for the LGBTQIA+ community.

'Significant change' for Truman Lane traffic as Bay Link build continues

A temporary lane closure is expected to be in place until autumn 2023.

Jo Raphael: Help struggling families - donate to foodbank

OPINION: Help us give Bay families a good Christmas.

Bloom in the Bay: Lots going on at Garden & Art Festival HQ

Speakers, music, fashion and food stalls all on offer.

Tragedy hero: 'He gave all his strength to save her' - dad sacrifices life to save daughter in rip

"It is a story of love of a whānau who would give everything for each other."

Felix Desmarais: Why I resent Six60

OPINION: I don't like Six60 or New Zealand. Let me explain.

Joelle King and Paul Coll play NZ Squash Open finals today

Kiwi top seeds Joelle King and Paul Coll both made it to the NZ Squash Open finals.

'Fat is not a naughty word': Plus-size shoppers call for change

Reader opinion: Many plus-size items are 'ugly', more expensive, and ill-fitting.

Six60 looking forward to a 'magical' show in Rotorua

"I can't wait to be a part of everyone's good time on Saturday," Six60's guitarist said.

Sonya Bateson: Stop the blame game on emergency housing - we need action

OPINION: Families need homes now. We don't have the luxury of time.