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Election 2020: Destiny Church's Hannah Tamaki to run in Waiariki electorate
Tamaki, who leads Vision NZ, announced her candidacy today.
Buyers out in force! Rotorua sales in level 1
'Sales are very rapidly coming back to normal'
New Labour line-up: All Bay MPs but one drop down the list
All but one of the MPs places have dropped, but they say it reflects the strong list.
Bus stop smashed by car, person injured in Bay crashes
The council had been advised as the damage would require some repairs.
City's effort to combat racism praised by Māori leaders
They say while racism still exists, there is an active effort to combat it.
New initiative brings better health outcomes for Bay patients
St John ambulance staff in the Bay of Plenty can now share vital information with GPs.
Boiling over: New gang rift unravels police mediation
Gang tensions are boiling over, prompting police to bring in special help.
The secret to kiwi survival: Could it be in their poo?
Manaaki Whenua researchers are tracking over 40 birds through different life stages.
Geyser City receive award from Kane Williamson
Geyser were named winners of the award in a virtual ceremony during lockdown.
Ōpōtiki a big winner in latest Provincial Growth Fund projects
Ōpōtiki mayor Lyn Riesterer said the funding was a welcome boost to the district.
Go Local! Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival
Super Early Bird Specials will be released on June 20.
River level relief for Bay of Plenty
Recent rain and cooler temperatures have eased concerns about low stream flow levels.
Whakaari/White Island: Volcanic Alert Level lowered
The volcano has been at Alert Level Two since November.
MP says stockcar club shouldn't oust Confederate flag
But black woman Shalane Williams says the club flags are "a metaphoric slap in the face".
Free smokes and a bed: The cost of housing our homeless
New figures reveal the cost of housing the homeless in motels in Rotorua.
21 days, more than 80 minigolf courses
A trio from Auckland are taking on a mammoth challenge for the Mental Health Foundation.
Bay of Plenty Rugby launches Ball for All project
The Bay of Plenty Rugby Union project will see up to 12,000 rugby balls given away.
Dramatic footage: Local councillor's business targeted in aggravated robbery
Police were at the store making inquiries both last night and this morning.
Local school makes 1400L of kumara soup for those in need
"It's great for the community to be working together for a common cause."
'Embroiled in a controversy': Stockcar club to rethink Confederate flag
It has been a prominent symbol representing the Rotorua Rebels and Rascals for decades.
Historic Wellington clock repaired in Rotorua
The historic clock is 80cm wide, 70cm tall and 60cm deep.
Will a new eastern Bay of Plenty funeral home avoid gang clashes at farewells?
Gateway Funerals is renovating a Kawerau building to start the town's only funeral home.
'Under-reported epidemic': Increase in elder abuse
Elder Abuse Awareness Week is running from June 15 to 22.
'Hate and oppression': Calls for stockcar teams to stop using Confederate flag
The push comes after Nascar banned the controversial flag.
Stoners or socially acceptable users? What Rotorua thinks of legalising cannabis
Should we be allowed to smoke and grow cannabis for recreational purposes?
'Kill him, dog': Terror as men smash car at petrol station
Men 'spent a good minute or two' smashing up the car.
Former cop says he questioned Whakaari risks but 'no action' taken
There are now 27 WorkSafe staff working on the investigation into the eruption.
Local Focus: A story of redemption for Ngongotaha Rugby Club
From just four senior players. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
'Milestone' housing strategy promises to enable 'thousands' of homes
The council chief executive says the strategy is 'not just a lot of words on paper'.
Local Focus: Rugby and redemption in Ngongotaha
From just four senior players. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Dawn Picken: Victory over Covid-19 could be a long, lonely time
COMMENT: Crushing the virus feels lonely when you can't visit loved ones abroad.
Names of Te Teko murder accused and his alleged victim suppressed
A man accused of murdering a woman in Te Teko remains in custody.
Beverly Bouma's killer tells girlfriend: 'I'm gonna kill you'
He was 16 when he was involved in Beverly Bouma's death in 1998. Now he's back in jail.