Training programme to upskill biosecurity champions
Nine recruits will enter an intensive 10-week programme.
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$75,000 grant ensures Rotorua education programme can continue
Values-based education programme Kiwi Can has received a significant funding boost.
Police support officer convicted of drink-driving
Crashing a marked police ute while on duty 'will likely cost him his job'.
Jo Raphael: Let's keep the travel bubbles open as long as possible
OPINION: Freedom is based on trust and we rely on every single person to do their bit.
Thousands of duck hunters head to their maimai
The game bird hunting season kicked off at the weekend.
Gangs, drugs, crime: Filmmaker hits out over new TV show Vegas
But collective that helped produce the series defends it.
Mountain biking and manaakitanga in Rotorua
Rotorua back up its boast as the 'Mountain Biking Capital' of New Zealand.
'Heart of gold': Tribute to man killed in Rotorua CBD crash
Jared Gray died in a car crash aged 35.
Closed museum's power generator cost almost $17k in four weeks
A temporary power supply has been put in place at a cost of just over $7000.
Upcoming Ngongotahā detour a necessary evil, residents say
The detour is expected to cause delays of up to 10 minutes.
Call for curtains: Curtainbank in need for colder months
Curtainbank accepts gifted, pre-loved, clean curtains, preparing them for people in need.
More than $200,000 given to Bay of Plenty groups
The latest round of grants saw many local organisations benefit.
'It's always disappointing': Vehicles tear up public space
Multiple tyre tracks were found throughout the reserve.
Letters to the editor: More public money and time - for what purpose?
Readers have their say.
One dead after car hits tree in Rotorua CBD
Police were notified of the incident at 12.04am.
Rotorua CBD stores close down but there's hope more will come
Rotorua loses Cotton On and The Meat Shoppe but local business owners are optimistic.
'Horrible' manhole accident: Investigation after woman falls in
The manhole cover flipped, trapping the woman until firefighters could help.
Winter is coming! Frosty start in Rotorua
Rotorua had its first "convincing" frost of the year this morning. Will the cold continue?
Rob Rattenbury: A reckoning is coming over the history of New Zealand
COMMENT: Many will feel ashamed about what they learn, writes Rob Rattenbury.
Memory lane: Traction engine in need of new home
Owner Allan Estcourt is searching for a new home for his well-known traction engine.
Mayor attempts Rotorua half marathon on crutches
Ōtorohanga District Mayor Max Baxter said training with crutches had been challenging.
Playground sabotage: Broken glass endangering kids' fun
The playground on Susan St has closed following regular discoveries of dangerous glass.
'You can die on stage': Ben Elton returns to comedy stand-up with NZ tour
After a stellar 40-year career, comedy king Ben Elton is coming to Tauranga.
'We can't sleep at night': Two stores burgled, one the second time in eight days
'We can't sleep at night worrying if they will come again': Shop owner
Man who ordered pizza with illegally obtained credit card information avoids jail
Gemini Dixon pleaded guilty to accessing a computer system for dishonest purposes.
Storytelling a vehicle for hope: The rise of Cian Elyse White
Rotorua's Cian Elyse White on her purpose, what drives her, and her future ambitions.
Neil Diamond tribute tour to hit Bay of Plenty stages
Plus, be in to win one of two double passes to a Tauranga or Whakatāne show.
Letters to the editor: Let vets sit down for service
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Three new code of conduct complaints against councillor
The last set of code of conduct complaints cost ratepayers nearly $60,000.
Car leaves road near cliffside
Police en route to the scene so details about the incident and any injuries are sketchy.
Talented locals to the fore in New Zealand Music Month
Rotorua will be celebrating New Zealand Music Month this May with a wide range of events.
Octogenarian fighting fit and looking forward to marathon
It's been a long wait for octogenarian, after heart surgery and Covid restrictions.
Children getting creative for holidays at The Arts Village
Many children spent time these school holidays getting creative at The Arts Village.
Special talk by father and daughter artists for community
Eugene Kara and Maioha Kara are sharing their art and stories in a talk together.