Shane Jones says sorry: I wasn't attacking individual farmers
Forestry Minister Shane Jones says sorry to farmers for referring to them as 'moaners'.
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$8m to improve freedom camping woes
The Government money is for operating costs such as enforcement and temporary facilities.
Government announces $2.2 million investment to combat unemployment in the Bay
The funding came as a result of economic growth in the region.
Forestry sector welcomes $58m injection
The new Forestry New Zealand premises built will bring 80 jobs, many of those to Rotorua.
Further $58m allocated to forestry sector
Shane Jones announces a further $58m to be allocated to the One Billion Trees programme.
Teacher's future unclear after assault
Once heavily involved in theatre, teacher assaulted still struggling with concentration.
Family of crash victim issues kind message to driver
One month ago Oceana Cameron was told she would never walk again after a crash.
Viewpoint NZ: Measles vs vaccinations, Rotorua is trenz-ing and a new railway crossing in Oamaru
Video news from around the regions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua tourism shines at Trenz
Huge economic impact expected from major tourism event. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua tourism shines at Trenz
Huge impact expected for the local economy from major tourism event. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Life and death: $26k cancer drug lifeline gives Rotorua mum new hope
A couple's call for help funding a cancer drug was met in record time.
Sheldon Tawhiti-Ormsby still on run after punching school teacher
Have you seen Sheldon Tawhiti-Ormsby?
Calls for term limits on Rotorua Lakes Council
Should our mayor and councillors have time limits to serve our city?
Former crime kingpin demands apology
Emails between Corrections staff reveal their thoughts on Macfarlane's tikanga course.
Survey finds some small businesses are flying high
As the tourism industry gathers for its big trade show a survey reveals operators' mood.
Mega-strike: Teachers' historic action confirmed for May 29
Historic first all-schools teachers' strike confirmed for May 29.
Local Focus: Young councillors crucial for Rotorua
Rotorua Lakes Councillor Tania Tapsell talks to Local Focus. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Call for more young councillors in Rotorua
Rotorua Councillor Tania Tapsell talks to Local Focus. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Normalise headgear in junior rugby
Time Out: Any level of protection that headgear provides should be celebrated.
Victim's sister testifies in murder trial
The murder trial began at the Rotorua High Court on Monday.
Teen who punched teacher in face wanted for arrest
Sheldon Tawhiti-Ormsby punched Alasdair Hay in the face at school pick-up on February 27.
Surgeon entitled to retirement payout, court rules
Long-serving doctor awarded nearly 40 days' worth of pay from employer after retirement.
Renowned dyslexia expert to speak in Rotorua
International expert on dyslexia to speak in Rotorua
'The Trap': Murder trial hears gang member shot twice in the back
Rival alleged to have given shooter a place to hide and new clothes, court hears.
Tangi under way for Tūhoe leader Te Wharehuia Milroy
A large tangi for respected leader Professor Wharehuia Milroy has started in Rotorua.
Mother's Day event for cancer sufferer's treatment fund
Whitinga Harris needs $100,000 to pay for a drug, not funded in New Zealand.
'Stop talking and start making roads safer': Taupō mayor
Taupō mayor's had enough of road tragedies and wants Government to take urgent action
Bust to boom: The kiwifruit industry's amazing comeback
From bust to boom - the kiwifruit industry has had a remarkable recovery from Psa.
More students need expert mental health help
A rise in youth mental health issues has high school principals concerned.
Police name three Aucklanders killed in Hātepe crash
The three people were all travelling in the van, that collided with a truck about 4.15am.
Keep out: Crime forcing schools to shut gates to the public
Fires and other crime are forcing Auckland schools to upgrade security.
Man involved in rip-off P deal has prison sentence reduced
A man's prison sentence relating to rip-off drug deal has been reduced.
Danger ride: Nearly 1000 cyclists injured over four years
The report showed almost one in six road cyclists hospitalised had major trauma.