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Exclusive: The rise, and demise, of Todd Muller's political career and what's next

Todd Muller talks about quitting politics and what he really thinks of Simon Bridges.

Covid-19: Avondale College choir attended Rotorua singing gala

Some 350 students attended the events; asked to keep eye out for symptoms in meantime.

Simon Bridges on what's next: 'I've found my true happiness'

The ousted leader opens up about love, family, politics and how his enemies got too cruel.

Holidaymakers sent packing, iwi considers Covid checkpoints

Two vehicles had driven close to 500km before being told to turn around and go home.

Waiariki rivals say Rotorua has done its bit in hosting MIQ facilities

Two more MPs say they're opposed to more MIQ in Rotorua.

The guide to surviving that long wait for a Covid test

With some experiencing waits of close to 12 hours, you need to be prepared.

'Absolute tragedy' as 'much loved' college student dies after crash

Dallin Loibl, 17, was once voted King of the Ball by his peers.

One dead after car and cyclist crash in Katikati

The crash was reported to police at 12.50pm.

'Proceed with caution': Business head's warning over Govt's plans

A business chief said opening the border was a double-edged sword.

Almost 50 per cent of Tauranga port workers unvaccinated

However, a major push to get them their jabs is planned for next week

Cold, hungry and shaking: Teens lucky to be found in Kaimai Range

'They would have gone downhill pretty quickly,' say police of rescued teens.

Local Focus: Whāriki and Facebook join forces

Māori businesses in Rotorua get social media savvy. Made with NZ On Air.

Bystander grappled knife-wielding patched mobster after robbery

A Bay of Plenty man has been jailed for a spate of armed robberies in Ōpōtiki town centre.

Port workers question if Rio de la Plata workers knew they were sick

The risk to the Tauranga community remained low, the Ministry of Health have said.

Transitional housing planned for large vacant Fenton St motel

Signs on Fenton St have prompted concern over housing for the homeless.

Solo mum goes from 'gutter' to beachfront emergency housing

Motel owner: 'It's a supreme location, doesn't mean that it's too good for MSD people'.