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'We are the ones who stand in the way of injustice.'
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Kapa haka 'unlocks' relationships, connects Aotearoa with the world
Kapa haka in Rotorua has allowed performers to travel the world.
On The Up - ‘Do not give up’: Mum of two undeterred by aggressive cancer, miscarriages
'It's the mind that plays the game. If the mind is strong, your body can cope with it'.
Why Rotorua will always be home for Hollywood star Cliff Curtis
He may be a big deal in the US, but he says NZ will always be home.
National Māori netball tournament celebrates culture and pride
The AMNOHL tournament will be held in Wellington during Easter weekend.
On The Up - 'Memory, culture, and nostalgia': MasterChef winners' 'immersive' food experience
'It’s nice to come home and bring this dinner which is really special to us.'
Shots allegedly fired at vehicle in Rotorua, police seek info
A gun was allegedly fired at a vehicle in Rotorua's Ōwhata suburb.
Sex crimes case: Appeal court declines man's bid to keep name secret
He has 20 days to appeal the decision.
Fresh court action against Rotorua council sewerage scheme expected
The council has restarted construction on stage one and says it will take four weeks.
Ex-cyclone Tam in BoP Waikato: Boaties advised to cancel Easter plans
Bay of Plenty faces up to 250mm of rain, with warnings in Rotorua and Kaimai Range.
Landowners renew fast-track bid for Kaituna hydro scheme
The group's chief executive has provided fresh details of its plan.
'Really tired': Staffing crisis strains Taupō's senior doctors
Night shifts often have just one senior doctor for the entire hospital.
Everything gone but the bao buns: Thief clears out cafe's food stocks
The owner says it's the second burglary in three weeks and the 'fifth or sixth' this year.
'An honour and a privilege': Local artists shine in prestigious portrait award
'I had a good feeling that it was going to get through and it did. So hard work paid off.'
Honouring heroes: Search for B Company photos for museum exhibition
It comes as the B Company, 28th NZ (Māori) Battalion History Trust will be reviewed.
Supermarkets, liquor outlets fight bid for freeze on new bottle stores
A health official says Rotorua's alcohol-related harm is now above the national average.
A 'spectacular display': Kuirau Park set to be filled with daffodils
The Cancer Society initiative aims to raise funds for its 'crucial' services.
On The Up: From tricycle to triumph - Young BMX champ aims for Olympics
Maddy, 13, is a four-time national BMX champion with sights firmly fixed on the Olympics.
'Everything but the kitchen sink': Kōhanga reo burglary shock
The facility remains closed as whānau deal with the loss of resources.
Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region
Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.
'Hallelujah': Driving instructors react to proposed licence changes
Practical licence set to be scrapped described as 'a joke' and 'not good'.
Revealed: Motorcyclist who killed couple on pedestrian crossing has rap sheet
A jury has found motorcyclist Mark Kimber guilty of manslaughter.
'Really good test': Apprentice challenge winners head to nationals
Apprentices had eight hours to construct a planter box using traditional joinery.
Scholarship-winning nursing student is the first of her whānau at university
The scholarship is a 'huge' relief for 21-year-old juggling studies, work and placements.
Jordan Cup returns to Tauranga Sports after tight match
Whakarewarewa remained unbeaten, defeating Greerton Marist 57-28 at home.
Opinion: What Trump's tariff shock means for investors globally
The S&P 500 fell 10.5% over two days after Trump's tariff announcement.
Pattern of deception: Woman scams Facebook users
The offender previously stole $305,000 from her employer.
'Big deal': Hopes for change as city adopts first accessibility policy
About 25% of Rotorua’s population, roughly 20,000 people, have disabilities.
How a $335k fast-build home aims to tackle NZ's housing crisis
The Living House was completed in Rotorua in just six weeks.
Final kilometre of Tarawera sewerage pipeline work to restart
Works were paused in February during Environment Court proceedings.
'Wanton disregard' or 'human fallibility'? Jury to decide rider's culpability in double fatal
Geoffrey and Karen Boucher were killed when they were struck by a motorcyclist in 2022.
Armed police incident: Charges after police station windows smashed
Police allege a pickaxe was found nearby; the suspect is due in court today.
Insanity plea: Triple killing case in Rotorua heads to trial
The accused, Justin Jeffries, is pleading insanity to three murder charges.
‘His heart belonged to Rotorua’: Paediatrician Dr Johan Morreau remembered
Doctor was leading advocate for investing in children's health and a dedicated family man.