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What's on: Katikati Wig Saturday, markets, art

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is forecasting a fine day with some... Read More

New parking penalties from October 1

New parking penalties introduced by the Government will come into force on 1 October. The biggest increase is in the misuse of car parks for disabled people... Read More

BOP exports to grow following UAE trade agreement

Bay of Plenty exports are set to grow following the signing of a trade agreement with the UAE, said Bay of Plenty MP Tom Rutherford. New Zealand and the... Read More

Historic recognition for Māori soldiers in WW1

In a significant and historic step, His Majesty King Charles III has approved a recommendation to award 22 First World War battle honours to Te Hokowhitu a Tū... Read More

Attending climate strikes to count as truancy

David Seymour is urging parents and teachers to tell students not to attend today's climate strike Seymour says striking counts towards students' 15-day... Read More

RotoruaNZ supports World Tourism Day

Today is World Tourism Day, marking the launch of 100 Travel Innovations, a collection of stories from 100 global locations about the programmes and activities... Read More

High-stakes competition in Mount Maunganui

Get ready to deal in some excitement because the National Bridge Congress is heading to Mercury Baypark from September 28 to October 5. For the fourth time,... Read More

Community spirit shines at Whakamarama markets

Whakamarama is buzzing with excitement as the community comes together at the vibrant markets hosted by the Whakamarama Community Centre. With a focus on... Read More

Suzuki series set to be intense

Some of the world's top international motorcycle racing stars are packing their bags for a visit to New Zealand in just a few weeks' time and the locals can't... Read More

$20k grant fosters social ties for seniors

New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) has awarded $20,000 to the Parksyde Activity Centre in Mangakakahi, Rotorua, to enhance social interaction and connection... Read More

Coromandel cyclone recovery work nears completion

Recovery work in the Coromandel following the 2023 cyclones is to be scaled back. The announcement comes as Thames-Coromandel District Council emergency... Read More

Council lease offer rules out housing for 30 years

A new 30-year lease will be offered to a golf club at the centre of heated council debates. While a controversial 'guillotine clause” remains, Rotorua... Read More