Dad lives on in daughter's smile
Looking at pictures in a scrapbook and in newspaper clippings are the only times 1-year-old Zekaiya (Kaiya) Biddle gets to see her daddy.
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Winter storm set to blast into Rotorua
Batten down the hatches - the weather is expected to get rough today.
- 7:46 AM Jun 20th
Councillor Waaka recovering after stroke
Rotorua district councillor Maureen Waaka is recovering in Auckland City Hospital after suffering a stroke.
- 7:45 AM Jun 20th
Snow forecast near Taupo, downpours and hail for Rotorua
Areas near Taupo may see snow this week as a polar blast set to ice all of New Zealand has sent authorities scrambling to warn residents to stay indoors.
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Rural contractors take big hit from drought
Western Bay of Plenty rural contractors lost as much as 50 per cent... more
DVD Review: Les Miserables (+trailer)
There's a slightly uncomfortable feeling that overwhelms you when the... more
Hot, strong and affordable please
The morning coffee ritual is crucial for coffee lovers, with many... more
Stolen ute rolls and catches fire.
Stolen ute rolls and catches fire near Mamaku. more
Stage Challenge 2013
Stage Challenge 2013 at Rotorua's Civic Theatre. more
EPL action moves to online and TV1
TVNZ has confirmed it is partnering with Coliseum Sports Media to... more
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Pair to fight kidnap charges
The pair accused of abducting and bashing a 32-year-old local man in the Kaimai Ranges plan to defend the allegations at trial.
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GOOD MORNING: Breakfast weatherman Sam Wallace goes live on national television in front of the Rotorua Museum.
GOOD MORNING: Breakfast weatherman Sam Wallace...
Transtasman secondary school netball
Transtasman secondary school netball at Rotorua's...
National Sheep Dog Championship Trials
North Island and New Zealand National Sheep Dog...
Kids' Soccer
Kids' Soccer
Te Maori
Taonga moved from display
Two Te Arawa taonga on display at the Rotorua Museum have been put into storage as a precautionary measure after display cases holding them were found to be defective.
Carpentry students hone skills
Training centre students get a head start in the industry by building a 'farmer's' house Local Maori carpentry students are "hugely proud" of building their first house which has been shipped off to its new home in Maketu.
Forthright approach ensures iwi voice heard
Today we continue our series profiling the Rotorua District Council elected Te Arawa standing committee members.
Hui attracts big turnout
A consultation hui called by the new Maori Trustee has attracted about 200 Te Arawa Maori landowners in Rotorua.
Blogs
The Social Life: Ask.fm and anonymity
NetSafe says the anonymity possible on ask.fm, and that it is mostly used by those still at school, has created bullying problems.
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Business
Oily Rag: Fire lighting made simple
It's getting cold, so it's not surprising we have had some tips recently about a problem that has occupied the minds of humans since fires were invented - how to start them easily.
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Sport
Rugby: Opotiki youngsters secure spot at nationals
Eastern Bay of Plenty's Opotiki Primary School's Year 5/6 Rippa Rugby team has qualified for the national tournament in Wellington later in the year after a fitting finale to the season in Paengaroa.
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Council Update
Matariki Maori New Year celebrations at Thursday Night Market
Rotorua residents and visitors to the city can join in Matariki... more
Matariki celebrations for families at Rotorua Museum
Rotorua Museum is celebrating Matariki this year with a wide range of... more
Youngsters plant trees to protect their stream
Rotorua young people from five schools were out in force last week... more
Lake Road 4-laning nearly complete
The Lake Road upgrade is nearly complete and the end in sight. more
Rotorua council’s new ‘Driver Directions’ course for young drivers
Young drivers seeking valuable driving skills and practice on a safe... more
Student designer working with council on new CBD seating
Sixteen year old Rotorua secondary school student Jake Krebs starts... more
NZ Herald
Live updates: Wild weather
Many parts of the country are waking up to a chilly morning, as the anticipated polar blast makes itself felt. No part of New Zealand was to be left untouched by the winter weather today. We'll keep you updated with the latest updates. --- Send your weather related stories, photos or video here . ---
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