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The trust's chief executive has welcomed the scrutiny, saying he is not a 'crook'.
'Horrifying': Politicians speak out over Rotorua CBD attacks
Their comments come after separate attacks on two teenage girls.
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A musical trip to significant local landmarks
Composer Rangitihi Pene describes ‘Toiere Waka’.
Missing Czech woman found dead in Urewera Ranges
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'Daily' fights at bus stop where girl attacked, teens feel 'so unsafe'
One principal isn't letting her children take the bus anymore following the attacks.
Planner criticises lack of progress from five-year-old growth plan
He warns a strategy is only as good as its implementation as a new growth plan is debated.
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Great ball of fire: Mamaku resident snaps eerie optical illusion
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Rotorua mayor plans new community safety hub after attacks on teens
Tania Tapsell said the hub would co-ordinate resources in one place.
'Happiest little baby': Grieving mum gives back after cancer tragedy
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Police deal with three youths after teen girls assaulted in CBD streets
Police say they are maintaining more presence in the CBD.
'My second home': Fijian teachers move to Rotorua with Govt grant
"We are more than happy to contribute towards New Zealand’s economy."
Police seek sightings of woman overdue from hike
She was last seen leaving Ōpōtiki.
Fire in high school art block today deemed 'accidental' - FENZ
The fire forced the evacuation of the school.
Girl 'collapsed' after public beating, second shocking attack in week
Police say they will be increasing their presence in the area, especially after school.
'Unacceptable': Youths climb on to youth justice facility roof
It is the latest in a series of similar incidents at youth justice facilities around NZ.
NZ Fashion Week: ‘Like coming home’ - Rotorua model returns to runway
'I love that the designer I’m walking for has got a good message'.
Byelection required for Rural Board, Lakes Board nominee elected unopposed
Two nominations were received for the Rotorua Rural Community Board seat.
'Beyond belief': Second teen girl injured after alleged assault outside Rotorua Library
It comes less than a week after an intermediate student was left bloodied in the area.
'Gone to Aussie': Infrastructure workers ditch NZ for more money, year-round work
"We find it really, really hard to find skilled, drug-free staff."
Taupō man appears in court accused of murder
Defendant has been remanded in custody.
From sparkling gowns to bin bags and gloves, Rotorua beauty queens muck in to clean the maunga
The organiser is hoping to educate the importance of proper waste disposal.
'David vs Goliath': Small kura up against big schools in hockey nationals
History will be created this week.
'Unfettered destruction': Joint iwi effort aims to rid the whenua of hungry wallabies
Eight Rotorua iwi aim to bring back birdsong by training 13 men and women in pest control.
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'Landlords have left the industry': City's rental listings plummet
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50 years, one hotel: Audrey Savage celebrates her time at Rydges
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US sharemarket slump: Markets suffering from August anxiety - Mark Lister
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