Crankworx is undoubtedly a great event, but what's the true benefit to the city?

Walk in the Redwoods was removed last June, with repairs expected to take a month.

Opinion: Long-term plan may sound dry but it's full of interesting stuff that affects you.

Opinion: A big thanks to those who spend countless hours helping raise money for charity.

Census information is used for many purposes and affects what services are provided.

The Rotorua Hockey Association failed to provide a safe workplace for its former employee.

Tabuteau will now be perceived to have more influence. With that comes expectations.

Opinion: Something must be done to address the midwife shortage.

Opinion: Lakeside 2018 was a spectacular night, showing off amazing local talent.

Opinion: Why do I love the Olympics? It's a chance for stars of our minor sports to shine.

Incredible athletes who complete ultramarathons are an inspiration.

Library lovers are looking forward to checking out our new Te Aka Mauri.

Opinion: I thought I was smart this year. I decided to beat the fan-buying rush.

Opinion: Art can affect how people feel about themselves and the world around them.

Opinion: We can all tick one of the 52 off our lists. Just 51 more to go.

Are our roads big enough for cyclists and motorists?

Opinion: Some of my best memories involve rain-hit camping trips.

Opinion: I bet we have all achieved something this year, be it big or small.

Opinion: The Christmas Appeal tally proves once again Rotorua has a huge heart.

Patrick Edwards gets "a beautiful Christmas present' after a 50-year fight for justice.

The coroner has released his findings into two drownings on Lake Rotoiti.

Opinion: Coroner's water safety message comes the same week as his Moko findings.

Man's wife was on the boat and said there was "nothing remarkable" about the skiing.

Alcoholic who died in police cell should have been watched, IPCA finds.

InfraCore staff will strike tomorrow, as a dispute over pay continues.

The best bit - we can enjoy it without worrying how much it's costing ratepayers!

Annual Christmas Appeal a great way for kids to learn about helping others.

Opinion: What a cracker of a weekend it was in Rotorua.

Opinion: I can only imagine the agony of having a loved one missing.

The marquee is up and the riders are rolling into town - let the party begin!

Storm coach Craig Bellamy expects to field strong side at Festival of Rugby League.

Every year we are amazed by the response to our Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal.

Tamati Coffey has made his maiden speech in Parliament - now the hard work begins.

Work on the Hemo Rd roundabout is now expected to be completed next month.

A business case has been completed for the Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre.

Opinion: Kids these days eh.

Opinion: Police studies at school has already piqued the interest of many students.

Not to be confused with a pikelet, Rotorua now has its very first parklet.

Lakeside 2018 WHENUA #it'sabouthome will make you proud to be from Rotorua.

Opinion: The new charges at Hamurana Springs set to have an impact on visitor numbers.

Opinion: Women should never have to feel vulnerable when going for a jog in public.

Opinion: To argue sport is 'just sport' ignores realities of today's world.

A $570,000 sculpture for Hemo Gorge is proving "challenging" and "complex".

Judges at Westpac Rotorua Business Excellence Awards are looking for firms' X-factor.

Rotorua's Jessica Back has made a big difference to the life of a young school mate.

The council has received the results of the survey, by the National Research Bureau.

Armed police in the Rotorua CBD after an incident at the Community Corrections building.

About $14m worth of contracts were approved at last month's council meeting.

The salon's GHD straighteners, scissors, hairdryers and capes were among items stolen.

Opinion: Not everyone has the will to make a difference in their community.

Opinion: So far this election campaign it seems to be all about individuals.

Opinion: It is the role of the media to hold our elected officials to account.

Opinion: Rotorua just spent $90,000 on mud from South Korea. As the kids would say, WTF?

Opinion: The prospect of a $19k byelection has left me in a strange state of indecision.

Opinion: Call for a levy on single-use plastic bags brings a strange sense of deja vu.

Opinion: Why on earth are drivers in Rotorua still driving red lights?

Opinion: Beauty pageants have come a long way, as Miss Rotorua 2017 shows.

There's nothing like the hint of snow to turn us all into big kids.

The latest museum news will force the Rotorua community to weigh up the building's value.

Opinion: Chantelle Walker was one of those people that stick in your mind as a journalist.

High of hometown pride for Lions visit contrasts with low of scary gang clash on street.

Opinion: No official welcome for British & Irish Lions arriving at Rotorua. What a shame.

Police are in Fordlands after reports of rival gang members fighting in the streets.

An exciting time for sports fans, with the Lions tour and the America's Cup under way.

OPINION: New developments are great news for city - but many are still struggling.

Opinion: Right Rotorua, it's time to get practising your Ka Mate.

Opinion: No one can say with certainty what's behind the halving of the teen birth rate.

Opinion: Rugby match a chance to send 21,000 people home with great memories of Rotorua.

Opinion: New subdivisions in the city won't just benefit those looking to build a house.

A big crowd turned out to cheer on some of NZ's top amateur boxers in Rotorua.

A fire has closed Lakes Prime Care.

Ngongotaha AFC have picked up their first win of the season.

Opinion: It may seem like an ambitious plan, but it simply must be made reality.

Opinion: Anzac Day is a time to think, not just about the past, but the future we want.

Window washers - a nuisance or harmless?

Opinion: The scale of the devastation in Edgecumbe is difficult to comprehend.

Opinion: If ever a weather event was deceptively named, it's Debbie.

Gina and Elmer Peiffer deserve thanks for all they have done.