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Taupō exit sinks merger plan
News Dan Hutchinson News Dan Hutchinson

Taupō exit sinks merger plan

Rotorua has been left without an amalgamation partner after a previously “locked in” agreement with South Waikato fell apart weeks before councils must submit their proposals under the Government’s local government reform programme.

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Rotorua laments Taupō rebuff
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Rotorua laments Taupō rebuff

Rotorua Lakes Council looks likely to pursue a proposed amalgamation with South Waikato District Council, with Mayor Tania Tapsell warning Taupō may regret its decision to pursue its own path.

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Central North Island jolted awake
News Dan Hutchinson News Dan Hutchinson

Central North Island jolted awake

A strong earthquake jolted the central North Island early on Saturday. 

GeoNet said the 'severe' magnitude 5.9 quake happened around five kilometres southwest of Taumarunui at 4.51am. 

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Through thick and thin
News, Community Dan Hutchinson News, Community Dan Hutchinson

Through thick and thin

Volunteer rescuer Anton Romirer has spent more than two decades helping people through some of the country’s toughest conditions, notably with the same 1994 Toyota Hilux for every callout.

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