From the ashes: New golf clubhouse unveiled five years after devastating fire
Club operations manager Rachel Beckett wants to attract events and functions.
Why a 'cute' pet is now included in a pest management plan
Hint: They are more likely to degrade waterways than mutate into a crime-fighting team.
Crowds gather for Rotorua Matariki celebration at Te Puia
Rotorua's Whānau Day drew more than 1700 people for Matariki celebrations.
50 years on the ice: How an Olympic gold medal kickstarted a couple's business
Ross and Nell Blong’s family has run ice rinks and skates business for 50 years.
Rotorua chef denies arson of his own home
The fire took place around midnight and took firefighters three hours to control.
How to celebrate Matariki in Rotorua
Thursday night's drone show has been cancelled, but Friday's is set to go ahead.
Watch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrum
Crestfallen Hastings Boys' players were 'pretty emotional' about the incident, says coach.
Cold showers, decontamination for workers at scene of truck crash
'The clean-up was thorough and there is no ongoing risk.'
New Zealand news
'Please don't let me bleed out': Survivor's account of fatal crash
He lost an arm and a leg in a crash that killed three friends.
Video shows man being slammed against stall during night market assault, goods flying
Two people were critically injured at the Pakūranga Night Market yesterday.
B2 bombers in Guam, Zelenskyy accuses Putin of being 'uninterested' in peace | NZ Herald News Update
B2 bombers in Guam amid Iran tensions. Zelenskyy accuses Putin of being 'uninterested' in peace. Stabbing at Pakuranga Night Market. Video / NZ Herald
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Whakaari/White Island large plume
A large plume from Whakaari/White Island this morning prompted speculation of an eruption. Video / Moxi Cafe
Police cordon on Edmund Rd, Rotorua
Part of Rotorua's Edmund Rd was cordoned off following a hit-and-run incident. Video / Ben Fraser
Rotorua Homelessness: Local wants to buy cabins to fix problem
Rotorua Daily Post's Kelly Makiha spoke to Ryan Bridge about homelessness and a local determined to fix the problem.
'Please don't let me bleed out': Survivor's account of fatal crash
He lost an arm and a leg in a crash that killed three friends.
'Lit a flame inside me': Programme receives boost to support local men
Referrals come from NZ Police, community groups, and self-referrals.
'Never came home': Runner plans marathon for women murdered on runs
Nicole Pendreigh will wear a top with the names of 115 women killed on runs.
'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horses
There are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate.
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'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horses
There are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate.
Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game
OPINION: Clayton McMillan faces a potential fourth final loss in five years tomorrow.
Editorial: Matariki and honours - a match made in the heavens?
OPINION: Honours at Matariki needn’t take anything away from its purpose and mana.
Publican on rugby, running 'tough' bars, and the night he sold 85 kegs of Guinness
Reg Hennessy has owned pubs, taverns and liquor stores over a nearly 50-year career.
Opinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regions
Both clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.
'Feeding kittens': Debate on supporting Rotorua's rough sleepers heats up
About 50 people attended a public meeting to discuss homelessness in Rotorua.
In case you missed it
Rotorua Home & Lifestyle Show returns
The event is on from Friday, June 27, to Sunday, June 29.
Speed limit on part of Te Ngae Rd to rise following review
Te Ngae Rd's speed limit will rise from 50km/h to 60km/h after a review.
Business
'Māori are long-term investors' - learning from success and failure working with iwi
Developments with tangata whenua: what spells success - or not?
'Life-changing': International flights return to Hamilton Airport
Jetstar's first planes to Sydney and Gold Coast have taken off from Hamilton this week.
Opinion
Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game
OPINION: Clayton McMillan faces a potential fourth final loss in five years tomorrow.
Editorial: Matariki and honours - a match made in the heavens?
OPINION: Honours at Matariki needn’t take anything away from its purpose and mana.
Opinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regions
Both clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.
Sport news
Watch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrum
Crestfallen Hastings Boys' players were 'pretty emotional' about the incident, says coach.
Silence of the fans: Chiefs supporters told to leave cowbells at home
Crusaders boss says cowbells will be melted down at the gate.
Adams signs $65m NBA deal
Steven Adams is staying with the Houston Rockets on a three-year deal.
Rotorua Daily Post Premium sport
Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game
OPINION: Clayton McMillan faces a potential fourth final loss in five years tomorrow.
Opinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regions
Both clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.
Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages
King's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.
Gregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class above
OPINION: The Chiefs have shown determination after losing the last two Super finals.
On The Up: 11yo Taradale runner may have broken 5km world record
Jack Coombe would have been happy to beat his PB, before his time sent everyone googling.
Editorial: How Clayton McMillan’s departure can be a positive for NZ rugby
OPINION: Talent should be free to move - but we must work to lure it back.
Lifestyle
Rotorua Home & Lifestyle Show returns
The event is on from Friday, June 27, to Sunday, June 29.
How to celebrate Matariki in Rotorua
Thursday night's drone show has been cancelled, but Friday's is set to go ahead.
Watch: Monteith’s Wild Food Challenge final returns to Auckland after 11 year hiatus
A live cook-off featured ox heart, wapiti, wild boar and plenty of edible wildlife.
Car news and advice
Maserati MC20 review: dark night
Fancy a supercar but don't want the obvious Ferrari or Lamborghini? Meet Maserati's MC20.
Ridden: Harley-Davidson’s new Softail models
Softails are the core of this brand, accounting for 60% of global sales.
All Black Beauden Barrett kicks off Kiwi Defender Octa launch
Watch the rugby legend drive the $300k Octa 4x4 on his home turf.
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Rural news
Vege tips: Winter, time for onions and strawberries
OPINION: Kem Ormond is busy with onion seed trays & preparing the ground for strawberries.
The ABCs of wool in 1934
The Hawke’s Bay Tribune published a handy guide to wool terminology in 1934.
Hill farming and Arabian horse breeding in Taumarunui
The Duncans breed Crabbet Arabians, known for their stamina and agility.
'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horses
There are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate.
'Rusty but running': 1940s bulldozer still going strong
Robin Hill retired at 58 and began collecting tractors, including a 1940s Fowler VF.