Rotorua cyclists turn to bike valets as parking a ‘real hassle’

A new pin-drop map with Rotorua Lakes Council lets riders flag gaps in routes.

On The Up: Meet Charlie, Rotorua Airport's 'top dog in aviation'

He gets paid in pats and peanut butter cookies.

'We'll make room': A place to gather when Christmas Day feels quiet

Hundreds choose community company at annual Christmas lunch.

Christmas Appeal: Those who 'have so little' but their 'hearts are turned towards giving'

Locals donate almost $90k in food and gifts, many giving from places of scarcity.

Opinion: Why Japan’s rate hikes could shake global markets this year

Japan has lifted rates four times since 2024, ending eight years below zero.

'Very sad': Tower Insurance to close Rotorua office, 50 jobs affected

Some staff to chose redundancy or Auckland; other affected roles change to work-from-home.

How 2026 could play out for your mortgage, investments and the election

OPINION: The OCR, now 2.25%, is tipped to reach the bottom of its cycle in 2026.

8 years retired and still winning one of Rotorua’s top business honours

He 'did not have a clue' the major award was in the offing.

15-year-old earns NZ team call-up after defending national surfing crown

He knew he'd won when his mates cheered him up the sand.

Return of the Stylebender: Adesanya back in UFC octagon in March

The former middleweight champion will take on No 15-ranked Joe Pyfer in Seattle.

‘Today’s the day’: Gapes delivers top Kiwi finish in brutal World XC heat

Rotorua-born Hannah Gapes clocked 34:01 over the brutal 10km course.

World cross country test: Rotorua running star to chase glory in Florida

Rotorua talent Hannah Gapes is the reigning national cross country champion.

These are NZ’s 10 best surf beaches, but which will you vote as the ultimate winner?

Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Which will you pick?

These are the 10 best family beaches in NZ, but which will you vote as number one?

Voting is open in the Herald's annual Best Beach competition.

Taupō’s quiet magic: Why the lake town deserves a second look

While most tourists head to Rotorua or Queenstown, those in the know will beeline here.

NZ’s best beaches: Your top 50 finalists revealed, plus how to vote for the ultimate winners

Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Who will you pick?

BYD Sealion 7 Premium extended review: daily driver

It's time to say goodbye to our long-term BYD Sealion 7. But is it a tearful farewell?

Porsche’s 2025 deliveries dip 10% as Macan leads and EV share rises

Macan was the best-selling model, with more than half of the 84k delivered being electric.

Five tips to stay safe on the roads in heavy rain and flooding

With heavy rain lashing the country, here's some handy tips to keep safe on the roads.

Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport Two Tone full review: before and after

Your appreciation of this Corolla might depend on your understanding of 'GR Sport'.

Tiny bach with $100,000 RV smashes it at auction

Six bidders drive the price of South Island crib to $370,000.

Local splashes $10.25m on sub-penthouse; $16m pad above still up for grabs

Changes to foreign buyer rules have re-energised the market, says agents.

'He's losing money': Stressed investor lists six Viaduct apartments at less than half price

Vendor prepared to take a hit as he offloads his entire portfolio for $1.8m.

Tony Alexander: Why a weaker Kiwi dollar may derail your move to Australia

What the growing exchange gap means for migrants and salaries.

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Fonterra opens organic programme to South Island farmers

Fonterra says rising global demand is driving new organic opportunities for farmers.

Milk price outlook: Fonterra forecast may lift if GDT gains hold

New Zealand December milksolids collections climbed 3.1%, near record highs.

Dragon's Den 2026: Red meat sector calls for game-changing ideas

Entries are open to industry players and independent innovators.

The Country: Shane Jones on Sam Neill and mining

On today: Chris Brandolino, Shane Jones, Geoff Crawford, Andrew Murray, and Jen Corkran.