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CCTV captures family escaping fire
Security camera footage from the motel across the road from a Rotorua house fire captured dramatic scenes as the family escapes the flames and firefighters arrive.
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'He was taking the vape all the time'
Karen Church discusses the impact a nearly four-year vaping addiction had on her 17-year-old son. Video / Alex Cairns
Volleyballer not afraid of hard grind for Thailand trip
Teen dedicated to honing his skills and helping train other volleyball players.
Ahurei brings hundreds of whanau home
Waiata and haka cherry on top of fabulous time of remembrance.
PM at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa
Chris Hipkins attended the official opening of Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua on Thursday. Video / Andrew Warner
New industrial park announced for Rotorua
Minister of Regional Development and Transport, Kiritapu Allan, spoke at the announcement of the new park. Video / Andrew Warner
PM on gangs, responds to Luxon, Waititi
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins in Rotorua discusses gangs and responds to comments by Rawiri Waititi and Christopher Luxon. Video / Andrew Warner
Kiri Allan says community fearful following mob boss death
East Coast MP Kiri Allan speaks about the gang-related disruption her community has faced and new tools police used to tackle it. Video / Andrew Warner
Rotorua's latest in luxury: Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa
A sneak peak inside tour the new spa with general manager Rania Sears.
Jason Grant's youth development boat trips
Jason Grant lives on Lake Tarawera in his catamaran and takes disadvantaged young people on life skills development trips.
Tom Rangiawha's Olympic dream
Tom Rangiawha is an Oranga Tamariki youth worker who hopes to go with the NZ Olympic team to Paris.
Te Mapou marks site where chief fell
Te Mapou pā was an ancient pā site that overlooked Te Rotoiti.
June 10 is a special day on Tuhourangi calendar
Hinemoa and Tutanekai and the carving of Umukaria at Te Putake o Tawa.
Major milestone for Rotorua’s Digital Natives Academy
Seeds of success already bearing fruit in holistic approach to future work.
Huhana Clayton-Evans on why Māori Health Authority must stay
Huhana Clayton-Evans responds to National Party leader Christopher Luxon's view on eliminating Te Aka Whai Ora, the Māori Health Authority.
Local Focus: Rotorua Girls High hosts women’s Chiefs
Chiefs Manawa star Luka Connor believes the future is "huge" for tomorrow's players.
Community advocate speaks out on behaviour issues
Jenny Peace from Restore Rotorua talks about emergency housing motel issues on Fenton Street.
It's a hit! 11-year-old ‘beyond ecstatic’ to design winning mascot
the artsy Mokoia Intermediate pupil, 11, was “beyond ecstatic” when she got the call from The Hits Breakfast. Video / Supplied
Young, autistic singer inspired to continue famous uncle's musical legacy
He shares how he is overcoming challenges and finding solace in his passion.
Local Focus: Transforming Rotorua into a tech hub
Rotorua’s reputation as a technology hub is attracting professionals to the region.
Lake Rotoehu flooding
Lake Rotoehu has risen two metres in a year to lap at the doorsteps of some homes. Laura Smith reports. Public Interest Journalism funded through NZ on Air
Tupuna whare reminder of chiefs’ sacrifices
Maketu has long been synonymous with the descendants of Te Arawa.
Multi-skilled koroua inspires creativity
Maketu has long been synonymous with the descendants of Te Arawa.