Comment: The challenges facing co-governance
The Rotorua co-governance discussion echoes broader debates within NZ and overseas.
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Police pursuit ends in fatal crash in Rotorua
The vehicle failed to stop for police.
Road closed: Serious injuries in Rotorua crash
Three people have been taken to hospital.
28 people, 99 charges: All the names and details from massive Mob bust
Nearly 100 charges have been laid against 28 people.
Halloween events in the Bay of Plenty
Events for people keen to have fun on Halloween.
Raising a village: Hopes 100 houses could be built on returned land
Neighbouring businesses helped clear gorse to support the papakāinga aspirations.
Rotorua rides high on Whaka 100 success
Taupō's Sammie Maxwell has reclaimed her title.
Call for freedom camping clampdown
Under-fire freedom campers say they do support local businesses on their travels.
Mark Lister: Comparing shares and property
OPINION: Experts suggest owning both asset types for balanced wealth creation.
Steamers ‘did us proud’ despite NPC loss to Wellington
Close, but so far away after the Steamers push the Lions to extra time in the NPC final.
'Looking after our legacy': What's next in fight to keep out clam invaders
'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'
Sewerage scheme dispute: Fence comes down at tapu lake
Members of the local iwi say they will continue to fight.
'Didn’t think I’d make it': Rider returns from major cricket injury for 100km race
He is among 3000 mountain bike riders in Rotorua for the Whaka 100 this weekend.
'If they cut me open, I’d be blue and gold inside': Historic day for Steamers fans
BOP Steamers face Wellington at Sky Stadium at 3.05pm on October 26 for NPC final
The curious case of the fuel station that hasn't sold fuel in months
'Out of fuel', says a sign taped to a yellow bin in the forecourt – locals wonder why.
Warning for Whaka Forest users as harvesting set to begin
Enter an unauthorised area and you could be prosecuted.
'Voices of the people': Man claims public comments censored
Limiting comments and feedback creates an echo chamber, says resident.
Witness describes 'bloody mess' after truck and car crash near Taupō leaves one critical
Emergency services were called to the scene about 1pm.
Arrest after motorcycle business ram-raided
Police arrest youth after Rotorua motorcycle business ram-raided for fifth time.
MTB: Olympians add spice to Whaka 100 event
More than 3000 competitors will take part in the Whakarewarewa Forest this weekend.
Rotorua Pink Walk fundraiser
The crowd gears up for the annual Pink Walk in Rotorua. Video / Ed Young
Man appears in court over hunter's death
Sean Kavanagh appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.
'Grinch' councillor quizzes teen reps on political affiliations
'Are there any [youth] councillors here that may be affiliated with the National Party?'
'Come back to us': Whānau of missing man fight for answers
Three years on, Jason Bulter's family returns to his hometown to keep his memory alive.
Rotorua walkers go pink to raise thousands of dollars for charity
Annual event helps support Rotorua Breast Cancer Trust's work.
Rotorua Pink Walk
Hundreds of people take part in the Rotorua Pink Walk organised by the Rotorua Breast Cancer Trust. Video / Kelly Makiha
'We're over it': Motorcycle business raided for 'fifth time in two years'
'You start thinking, is it worth carrying on a business with this happening all the time?'
Drugs, prostitution, poo in carparks: Locals plead to end emergency housing in motels
Residents fight Government applications to keep seven motels going another year.
Critical injuries after crash near Rotorua
The road is down to one lane with stop/go in place.
Major police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang member
Police seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.
Police lay charges over Te Urewera hunting death
A 50-year-old man will be appearing in court this week in relation to the death.
'Couldn’t be more proud': School dance crew take top title
It is the third time the Zenith crew have won the overall title.
Lifeline: Surprise $25,000 grant helps keep country's busiest CAB open
'A knight in shining armour' came to save the day.