Employment Minister Willie Jackson made the announcement at today's Bay of Connections annual forum in Rotorua.
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Kea Kids News: The small rugby player making big moves
One to watch! Reporter Ollie is in Rotorua, where 12-year-old Kyro’s physical size is no match for his talent, tenacity, and dedication on the rugby field. Video / Kea Kids News
Paige Johnson flower tribute set ablaze
A flower tribute for Paige Johnson, who was killed after allegedly being hit by a motorcycle at Rotorua crossing, has been set on fire. Video / Supplied, Ben Fraser
Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Pedestrian hit by vehicle in central Rotorua
Police on Amohau St in Rotorua after pedestrian was a hit by a truck this morning.
Rotorua’s Kyro Uri defies size with skills as he heads to Tai Mitchell Tournament
Kyro Uri, Rotorua Maroon first five, will take the field in this week's Tai Mitchell Rugby Tournament in Rotorua. Video / Supplied
Rotorua's Kryo Uri proves isn't everything on a rugby field
Kyro Uri, 12, might be little but he makes up for his size with his skill on the rugby field.
Aronui Matariki Drone Show
Aerial footage captured the 'mesmerising' Matariki drone show over Rotorua Lakefront. Video / @incredibleimagesnz, https://www.facebook.com/AronuiArtsFestival
Whakaari/White Island large plume
A large plume from Whakaari/White Island this morning prompted speculation of an eruption. Video / Moxi Cafe
Police cordon on Edmund Rd, Rotorua
Part of Rotorua's Edmund Rd was cordoned off following a hit-and-run incident. Video / Ben Fraser
Waikite rugby grounds damaged
Waikite Rugby and Sports Club’s fields were damaged recently.
Eastern Bay of Plenty flooding
Footage shows flooding in the Waimana Gorge near Whakatāne and a high flowing Waioeka River near Ōpōtiki. Video / Supplied
2025 King's Birthday Honours List
Celebrating the Knights and Dames appointed in this year's King's Birthday Honours list. Video / NZ Herald
Car crashes into Rotorua shop front
A car has crashed into Reboot Rotorua in the CBD. Video / Kelly Makiha
Serious crash near Rotorua
A serious crash has happened on Dansey Rd near Rotorua. Video / Ben Fraser
NZ Defence $2b Helicopter Spend, Trump’s Global Influence & Mental Health | NZ Herald News Update
$2b for NZ Defence helicopters, Trump’s influence on global elections, and Parliament tackles alcohol and mental health.
Rotorua Mini Marathon
More than 2400 children ran the Rotorua Mini Marathon. Video / Kelly Makiha
Dairy robbery caught on CCTV
CCTV footage has emerged showing two people robbing a Lake Rd dairy in Rotorua.
Slashed tyres: Young girls seen on CCTV
CCTV footage has emerged showing two girls, one appearing to carry a large knife, near cars that had tyres slashed. Video / Supplied
Matariki drone show
The Aronui Arts Festival Matariki drone show returns to the Rotorua Lakefront this June. Video / Kaponga Productions
A new design for a low cost, fast build and sustainable house has been launched in Rotorua
There are hopes a new, quick, sustainable way of building homes at a low cost could help ease New Zealand's housing woes. Video / Kelly Makiha
Whakaari/White Island timelapse
Recent timelapse taken of Whakaari/White Island. Evidence of fresh explosive activity had been seen on the island. Video / Damian Rahmann Photography
Cancer survivor calls for funding of Daratumumab
Tove Jensen-Munroe says the drug will be her 'best option' if she relapses. Video / Megan Wilson
Fireball caught on camera in BoP sky
A "very bright" fireball seen over the Bay of Plenty on Wednesday night. Video / David Greig
Supper Club charity fundraiser
The French river cruise prize package is sold for $29,000 to top bidder Dennis Walsh and Cathie Waites at Rotorua's Supper Club charity fundraiser.
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
2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix
Rotorua’s Reg Stag speeds to victory at 2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix. Video / Red Bull
Smoke from Rotorua Recycling Centre fire
Smoke from the Rotorua Recycling Centre fire blanketed the surrounding area. Video / Supplied
Rotorua woman seeks brain tumour treatment in America
Amelia Branson is going to America for surgery and radiation for her brain tumour, which costs about $550,000. Video / Megan Wilson
Waitangi - Mō Te Aroha O Te Iwi, For The Love Of The People
Thousands attend official Waitangi Day event in Rotorua. Video / Kelly Makiha
New Rotorua Kāinga Ora one-bedroom apartments open to the public
Locals feared they looked like container homes when they first arrived, but today they had a chance to look through the finished product. Video / Kelly Makiha
Rotorua liquor store ram-raided
Security footage of a ram raid at Westbrook Liquor Centre in Rotorua. Video / Supplied
Parents' fight for 'justice' after daughter dies in crash
Vaishali McNeill, 15, died in a 2023 head-on crash with a truck. Parents Sarb Mann and David McNeill want harsher penalties for impaired drivers. Video / Andrew Warner, Supplied
Large scrub fire in Tahorakuri Forest near Taupō
Twelve fire crews joined the battle to contain a scrub fire in the Tahorakuri Forest area between Rotorua and Taupō on Wednesday. Video / Supplied
Rotorua Lakes Council gets festive
Rotorua Māori ward councillor Rawiri Waru at the final meeting for the year. Video / Laura Smith
Rotorua Christmas Appeal: Salvation Army swaps food parcels for choice model supermarket
Salvation Army’s choice model supermarket empowers those in need. Video / Andrew Warner
Rotorua Fill the Bus 2024 final tally
The Hits Rotorua 97.5FM presenter Paul Hickey announces the final tally for Fill the Bus 2024.
Fill the Bus 2024
The Hits Rotorua 97.5FM’s Fill the Bus fundraiser is part of the six-week annual Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal for the foodbank.
Ngongotahā shed fire: Five crews called to blaze
Video of the fire showed large flames and black smoke coming from an address on Ngongotahā Rd at the time. Video / Out There Industries