The World Cup event will put “New Zealand on the map” as a BMX destination.

Lovers Tatai and Toahaere secluded themselves at Waikuta.

If people feel the wairua the artist has achieved his aim.

Tiana Hunter is looking for a future on the stages of the world.

OPINION: Who should speak for us is a big question to answer.

The organisation is at the top of the priority list, says a Rotorua Trust member.

Occasional rain was forecast for the region today.

'Dad heard this noise and thought “what was that?'

Surgery wait times are affecting children's health, families and society.

There are some very passionate and creative people within our sporting community.

Rawiri Waru and Lani Kereopa have served as Māori ward councillors since October.

'It has the potential to reduce stress for people living with ADHD,' Pharmac says.

The slip is blocking the road and has cut power.

'Let’s stop making excuses,' says new district manager Julie Gibbs.

The operating deficit was forecast to be $5.6m in December.

The motorcycle club has supported St John for 30 years.

Netball legend Taini Jamieson has been farewelled by family and friends.

Three infants, all aged under one year, have died from whooping cough this year.

Rain is forecast to fall every day until Saturday in Tauranga and Rotorua.

St John confirmed it responded to the scene.

The council's bylaws don't permit dogs to be off-lead in the Whakarewarewa Redwood forest.

'She had a strong desire to give back to the game and she did that for her entire life.'

One lucky Rotorua MyLotto player was among 11 winners on Saturday night.

Simon Adams' motivation for hitting the roads is a heartbreaking one.