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‘Highly predatory’: Groomer who exploited boys for 'sexual gratification' sentenced
A man guilty of six sexual offences against young boys has been jailed.
Man arrested and charged after shot allegedly fired in carpark
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100 years in the making: Rugby clubs face-off in historic double-header
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'Just want a bit of money': Entertainment figure trial witness quizzed on overheard conversation
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Gun fired outside Taupō Four Square
“The investigative team is following a number of strong lines of inquiry.”
'Huge risk': Rotorua Mayor calls for urgent action after Loafers Lodge tragedy
Some accommodation providers have been described as unsafe.
Rotorua Weekender signs off with final edition
The first Rotorua Weekender was printed in 1988.
Tupuna whare reminder of chiefs’ sacrifices
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Winter holiday hot spot raises $90k to give cyclone hit families a free getaway
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'Dreaded, soul-clenching fear': Nurse shares why she's holding out for a better offer
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The Premium Debate: Luxon is fighting for his party’s future
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One arrested after Rotorua charity's missing trailer found
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Long-time Māori councillor Trevor Maxwell receives his tohu from Dame Cindy
Trevor Maxwell will break the NZ record this term as the longest serving councillor.
Dirt bikers' 'intimidating, lawless behaviour' slammed by principal, MP
Principal Colin Watkins says he's heard talk of vigilantism from fed-up locals.
Rape complainant quizzed in court over relationship with leading entertainment figure
Young woman says she was “off-my-face” drunk and could not consent to sex.