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Police believe operation will be a major disruption to meth supply in district.
Mexico, meth and money laundering: Drug ring accused changes plea
The man is one of nine people charged with an alleged drug smuggling plot at the port.
Tickled pink! Sea of people come out for great cause
A sea of pink gathered on Wednesday evening at Rotorua's Village Green for the Pink Walk.
Jo Raphael: Return of events sure to create pressure points for struggling sectors
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$43m in regional council rates yet to be paid as more than half fail to meet due date
The BOPRC rates bill has been met with surprise and 'shock' among some.
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'I just feel so sad for our beautiful city. In two years, this is how it's become.'
Man arrested in relation to Rotorua service station assault
A pedestrian was run over during the incident and suffered serious injuries.
Gates up, rocks out: Road in Kuirau Park to close after vehicle damage
The trial closure follows repeated damage to the grass in the park.
Luke Kirkness: Why it's time to arm our police
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Opinion: Lakes Football Club - great players, better people
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'A true leader': First wāhine Māori marine professor welcomed
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City accommodation booked out as events draw crowds
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Homelessness warning if motel consent bids fail
Hearing told contracted emergency motels needed to avoid further housing deprivation.
The Premium Debate: Farm emissions tax shows Govt disconnect
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Jo Raphael: Cruise ship passengers a sight for sore eyes
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Drugs, Bitcoin and the dark web: Son of former drug lord in court
Billy Macfarlane's son has admitted running a drug syndicate in Rotorua and Tauranga.
'Catastrophic consequences': Hospitality owners protest over immigration issues
Local hospitality businesses shut down in protest over staff and immigration issues.
Mountain biking and markets: What's on this Labour Weekend
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What the first cruise ship tourists in years got up to in Rotorua
Majestic Princess is the first of over 100 cruise ships scheduled to visit the region.
Business Digest: Construction awards, environmental startup funding, biodegradable nursery pots
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Back from Covid brink : From 600 students to 9 English language school re-opens
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Mary Hill: Face your fears of co-governance
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Local Focus: Crossroads for Rotorua Motors
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'No expiration date on grief' but author finds hope in loss
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Mourning and writing: Columnist shares her grief story in a new memoir that benefits a local charity
Columnist's memoir provides hope for people who grieve while raising money for charity.
Final Bay of Plenty Regional Council election results released
Special votes have been counted, the final results are now in for the regional council.
From Kuirau Park to being homed: 'Street mum' turns her life around
Missy Rehu has got off the streets and into housing.
'Best birthday present ever': Rising teen star performs with Sol3 Mio
Rotorua teenager Nikau Chater performed with Sol3 Mio at Spark Arena this week.