Giant sculpture pieces together mill's past with biking future
The landmark is literally made out of Rotorua's sawmilling history and weighs 16 tonnes.
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Fiery crashes and lives lost: Residents react to roundabout news
Residents near the Rotorua to Whakatāne intersection have witnessed many crashes.
'Buyer's market': Rotorua's median house prices falls $70,000
But one real estate leader says "property prices would always increase in the long term".
Workshop fire contained in Rotorua
Firefighters have called for further resources to come to the scene.
'Pain and uncertainty': Reserves proposal clears next hurdle
Not all elected council members agreed on the plan to sell 10 reserve sites.
Opinion: Simon Henry apology: Women no longer have a designated lane
OPINION: Misogyny, like racism is embedded in our customs and institutions.
Pianist Lorelle McNaughton to perform colourful programme
The NZ musician's programme is technically demanding with brilliant works for solo piano.
Man who murdered pregnant partner appeals against conviction
Jayson Poihipi said his lawyer told him not to give evidence at trial.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers on the mental health services waitlist
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Opinion: As New Zealand reopens, tourism shouldn't forget Kiwis
OPINION: Tourism's adaptations for NZ travellers should last beyond the pandemic.
'Ready to go': Tourism operators hopeful border reopening boosts business
The country's border will reopen to all tourists and visa holders on July 31.
Outlaw gangs to make NZ a safer place, says former drug kingpin
Billy Macfarlane says a tougher stance on gangs is needed.
'Worst case of emaciated dogs I have ever seen'
Two emaciated dogs and four puppies were rescued from Kaingaroa Forest overnight.
Council charge on developers could 'kill the goose that lays the golden egg'
The council says it's aimed at taking the infrastructure cost burden off ratepayers.
Readers largely welcome Graham Bell's view on ram raids
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
'I just battled on': 85-year-old reflects on life with long Covid
'I don't have time for that (Covid). I just can't cope with any more diseases.'
'Stop the spend': Tania Tapsell announces run for Rotorua mayor
Councillor joins three other declared candidates for city's top job
Reserves sales one step closer as consultation to be considered
A council committee will this week consider recommending public consultation.
Te Tatau calls for nominations for board election
A former rep says mana whenua have a duty to play their part in leadership
Do you know a 'gem' of a Rotorua business? Entries open for annual awards
Entries have opened for this year's Tompkins Wake Rotorua Business Awards.
Luke Kirkness: This Government is rewarding laziness
OPINION: It's time to get tough and ensure people are actually trying to find work.
Hemo Gorge sculpture back under wraps for repainting and vandalised decor removed
Peeling paint means its maker is spending the next few months tidying it up.
Taupō bar worker compensated $6K after unfair dismissal
A Taupō bar and restaurant worker was unjustifiably dismissed by her employer.
'Equity-driven': How a new health service has helped hundreds of patients
It says enrolment problems are not with the patients but with the process.
'Toxic environment': A third of city's family harm calls to emergency lodgings
The council says in 2018 there were 70 family harm call outs a week. Now it's 120.
Rob Rattenbury: Pākehā need to be trusted with referendum on He Puapua
OPINION: We need a referendum on He Puapua, because progress depends on public support.
'Lucky': Breast cancer survivor walking and rowing 100km in May for charity
The charity aims to raise up to $50,000 to support breast cancer patients in the Bay.
Learn about kaupapa of local arts and community groups
The Arts Village is running its Community and Family Event 2022 this weekend.
Family, routine and social connection: The pandemic losses still affecting older Kiwis
'We can't expect people to go back to the way they were. We're all changed from this.'
'Targeting Māori': The police firearm figures worrying leaders
Actions predicated on race or the situation? Police firearm use data revealed.
Fundraiser sets $10k goal after friend's battle
Heinz Fett has helped raise thousands for cancer but he's not done yet.
Dr Tony Farrell: Reining in alcohol industry will reduce health burden
OPINION: The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act needs reviewing
'A little strange alien': Mother's battle with postnatal depression
Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week: "Having a child...was a big shock for my system."