Sir Ashley Bloomfield walks with Rotorua for youth in need

He says walking alongside people is a 'triple whammy' for wellbeing.

'Very humble, very respectful': Rotorua student takes out national youth Muay Thai crown

Te Auepo began Muay Thai at the age of 4 and competed in her first competition at 9.

‘My dream’: Young Rotorua squash star to wear the Silver Fern

She will debut for New Zealand in the 2026 Junior Trans Tasman Test Team.

Hotels pour millions into luxury upgrades as visitor demand rebounds

Five hotels in a tourism town speak on renovations and what's driving post-Covid growth.

'An exciting time': Te Arawa buys iconic Rotorua Duck Tours business

Te Arawa Lakes Trust said the strategic move will create jobs for descendants.

Govt department expects Cabinet to weigh up long-term, 60+ year lease for Chateau Tongariro

The Government is asking for proposals from operators keen to do up the historic site.

Mark Lister: Why markets tend to do fine no matter who wins in November

Shares have risen under every government since 1975, despite political shifts.

Fuel price surge puts Bay households and businesses under growing strain

Fuel app Gaspy sees usage triple to more than 300,000 users as prices surge.

Exclusive: Why Chiefs flyer turned down overseas offers to remain in NZ

Emoni Narawa has re-signed with NZ Rugby and the Chiefs until the end of 2029.

Chiefs halfback returning to Rotorua roots for 'special' Moana Pasifika match

He hopes the game will help lift local rugby clubs he has seen 'struggle'.

New Magic co-captains juggle life, leadership and a rising young squad

Erena Mikaere and Georgie Edgecombe are leading the team this season.

Chiefs chased down in final quarter by Brumbies

The Chiefs gave up a 24-7 lead to lose 33-24 to the Brumbies in Canberra.

Rural retreats chase booming wellness tourism dollar in Bay

More tourists are seeking unplugged, nature-based getaways.

Review: Money, murder and mayhem – what would you do with £735,000?

Rotorua's Shambles Theatre stages the 1970s London comedy.

19,000 jobs: Record kiwifruit harvest boosts the Bay of Plenty

Hiring now: Average orchard wages are about $25.70 an hour, 9% above minimum wage.

Tauranga family swaps city life for off-grid summer

The Fairbairns flew by helicopter into private land in the Ahimanawa Range.

So, you want to panic-buy an EV to beat the fuel crisis? Here are six we’d spend $30k on

There are strong arguments not to rush into an EV swap, but if you must: see our picks.

ID.Cross compact SUV aims to make VW’s electric tech more accesible

It's an 'everyday EV-SUV' that will be positioned lower on the price ladder, says VW.

BMW’s i3 sedan is pure-electric and can do an incredible 900km on a charge

It's a classic BMW sedan in some respects, but i3 boasts some futuristic technology.

Toyota has made four fantastic versions of the FJ Cruiser, but it won’t sell you any of them

Toyota says its awesome concepts ar simply there to inspire the aftermarket. Spoilsports.

MrBeast’s secret NZ hideaway: Luxury Waikato manor hits the auction block

World's biggest YouTube star camped out in Te Awamutu while filming epic cave stunt.

Tony Alexander: The golden rule when the world’s on fire - nobody knows anything

How will the Iran crisis affect Kiwi interest rates, house prices and economic growth?

Landmark Smith & Caughey building listed for sale, overseas buyers show interest

It comes almost a year after the flagship department store closed for good.

Mortgagee sale of $8m Auckland mansion linked to troubled apartment block

Trophy home comes with a pool, tennis court and lift and is being sold "as is where is".

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Rising fuel squeeze: Flight schools and farm pilots hit by avgas price shock

One operator says he's hunkering down and wondering when he'll have to raise charges.

'Massive failure': McCain factory in Hastings to shut in 2027

Staff were told not to come to work on Monday before learning of the closure.

West Coast/Top of the South Dairy Industry Awards 2026 winners named

Share Farmers, Dairy Manager, and Dairy Trainee of the Year announced for the regions.

The Country: Making Molesworth a 'station for the nation'

Jamie Mackay talks to Jim Ward and farmer Tom Martin.