Legends re-boot to support Māori and Pasifika wellbeing
Men of league gather in Rotorua for mental health.
'This is a circus': Councillors chastised in heated golf lease debate
For three hours, councillors debated how to approach negotiations.
He 'got into trouble' in school. Now he's 'living the dream'
'I’m pretty proud of how far I’ve come,' forestry apprentice says.
Whenua: How land moved out of Māori control – explore our interactive map
To face what’s ahead as a country, we must first know our past.
Indigenous economies exchange knowledge in Rotorua business summit
The global summit will host leaders in Rotorua from July 25-27.
‘National disgrace’: NZ’s landmark Abuse in Care inquiry finds 200,000 harmed
The 3000-page report calls for apologies, redress and police investigations.
Money
Trade Minister Todd McClay in Italy for G7 meeting
'Hustling on the world stage': Trade Minister excited about G7 invite.
NZ projects short-listed for World Architecture awards
Stadium, university, retail, home, spa, bach, marae, office buildings are all on the list.
$20m project: NZ paper mill switches from gas to geothermal steam
Mill decarbonisation 'equivalent to removing over 2200 cars from the road'.
Harcourts Dancing for Hospice: Couple’s profile — Laura Smith and Nikora Simpkins
Dancing for Hospice 2024 couple Laura Smith and Nikora Simpkins talk to Paul Hickey from The Hits Rotorua.
'Grenade' hidden in baby formula tin put Rotorua suburb into lockdown
Charles Rameka told police he'd planted a bomb in a car.
Couple profile: Laura Smith and Nikora Simpkins
Laura and Nikora talk up the run-up to Harcourts Dancing for Hospice.
'We’re not here to censor them': Council adds public forums for first time
Speakers will have to stick to rules, however.
More Rotorua news
A 'crackhead…rampage': Govt applies to extend 7 Rotorua emergency housing motels
Consent sought for 7 contracted emergency motels to continue a further year.
Watch: Black Power member performs haka as he is found not guilty at third murder trial in 11 years
The jury believed his defence that another man killed Wiremu Birch in Taupo.
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'We have more work to do': Use of traditional Māori healing soars – ACC
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Person overboard may have been missing since midnight, search under way near Whakaari/White Island
Flight radar shows a rescue helicopter traversing the area.
He 'got into trouble' in school. Now he's 'living the dream'
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Watch: 'Grateful to be alive' - Yellowstone geyser explodes, debris thrown as tourists run
Tourists were seen running as a geyser exploded, spewing debris and wrecking boardwalks.
Vehicle crashes into Rotorua business premises
Police said the occupants had left the scene and inquiries were ongoing to find them.
Opinion
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
Costume woes: Pricked fingers and tears of frustration result in unique ‘fit
OPINION: With a little luck nothing will rip, tear or fall down.
Liam Napier: The new caps to expect in Robertson's first All Blacks squad
OPINION: Scott Robertson will name his 32-man squad on Monday evening.
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The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
Liam Napier: The new caps to expect in Robertson's first All Blacks squad
OPINION: Scott Robertson will name his 32-man squad on Monday evening.
Phil Gifford: The huge challenge for Chiefs in Super Rugby Pacific final
OPINION: There are a host of individual match-ups to add to the drama in Saturday’s final.
Latest sport news
The youngsters who Razor should retain
Opinion: A few All Blacks debutants raised their hand high to coach Scott Robertson.
From haka stage to basketball court – Rotorua girl takes te ao Māori to the world
Waikimihia Douglas-Karauna is balancing her sport and her culture in a unique way.
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An extraordinary lady with a powerful memory
Nanny Hariata Ririnui (nee Crampton) was born in the year 1919.
Journey over for Kāhu ki Rotorua
It is with pride, nostalgia, and gratitude that we come to the end of an era.
Roimata Mihinui: The time is right to sign off
Opinion: Sunday marked my 72nd birthday and the time is right to sign off.
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Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Premium HD review: we're not up to the tasking of testing this
We just couldn't find anything heavy enough to tow to do the Silverado HD justice.
Toyota demos pair of AI-powered self-driving drift cars
Toyota pushes the limits of AI-enhanced vehicle safety by... drifting!
2024 Volkswagen California Ocean… tested at a Taupo lake
Four-beds, burners and a fridge, VW California has everything including the kitchen sink.
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Rural news
First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
Worker dies in incident on Morrinsville farm in Waikato
Police were notified at 8am today and WorkSafe has also been told of the death.
New highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?
Another day, another Brynderwyns announcement – will this one come through for Northland?
Quirky town split over need for Burger King and Starbucks
Some see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.
Two by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international success
Waretini-Hemara hopes to be the first Kiwi to compete in Chetwynd World Carving Champs.
'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”