Rotorua Daily Post$20k triumph: How Taniwha Chasers captivated judges at portrait awardsAn Ōpōtiki local's photograph Taniwha Chasers was chosen from 41 finalists.22 May 01:55 AM
Rotorua Daily PostNZ teens ditch smartphones for 'brick' phonesA 2025 survey found 95% of New Zealanders aged 15+ use social media.21 May 09:46 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHobbiton Movie Set receives Guinness World Record Peter Jackson's Waikato film set has claimed a big record.19 May 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTaupō family of six complete 3048km Te Araroa trail in 218 daysKids as young as six finished the trail with the whole family.07 May 12:07 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWaikato band IA and Rei release new song inspired by whakataukīHe piko he tuna is about resilience and love the despite challenges of life.05 May 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Ready and excited': New location for Homegrown festival revealedHomegrown is returning to its roots, dubbed an 'unbeatable location' by the local mayor.05 May 07:45 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTop charting Kiwi artists announce North Island tourThe tour kicks off June 26 in Gisborne and ends August 9 in Wellington.04 May 11:01 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFusion of Māori storytelling and circus arts in new theatre tourThe show blends te reo Māori with stunning circus theatre.25 Apr 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Our promise that we won’t forget': Waiata honours Sir Bom Gillies, 28th Māori Battalion It is the first Anzac Day without any living members of the 28th Māori Battalion.22 Apr 05:02 PM
Rotorua Daily PostOn The Up: The conservation heroes keeping our iconic native species aliveSome of Aotearoa’s threatened wildlife is coming back from the brink.19 Apr 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostOn The Up - ‘Do not give up’: Mum of two undeterred by aggressive cancer, miscarriages'It's the mind that plays the game. If the mind is strong, your body can cope with it'. 18 Apr 09:00 PM
LifestyleWhy Rotorua will always be home for Hollywood star Cliff CurtisHe may be a big deal in the US, but he says NZ will always be home.18 Apr 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNot her first rodeo: Rookie rider sets new benchmarksBrooke Atkinson won the 2025 NZ Rookie Barrel Racing and All-Around Champion titles.11 Apr 05:00 PM
Lifestyle‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roastedThe comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.01 Apr 03:45 AM
Rotorua Daily PostDon’t be fooled: 10 April Fool’s pranks you may have fallen forIt's the first of the month, keep your wits about you. 31 Mar 11:29 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Potentially magic’: Supergroove starts reunion tour with two shows in Rotorua'There’s a certain frisson and nervousness and excitement ... on those first nights.'28 Mar 11:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘You stink like Rotorua’: Aussie influencer’s offensive promo text message The geyser capital's mayor says 3 million visitors a year prove the city's popularity.28 Mar 01:53 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSee the photos: Local photographer wins World Press Photo award in AmsterdamThe winning project focuses on Ngāi Tūhoe connection to Te Urewera land27 Mar 10:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post‘A risk worth taking’: Meet the Kiwi dad taking on Tasmania in brutal reality showEastern Bay of Plenty trapper Shay Williamson takes on TV's ultimate survival challenge.23 Mar 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhy mau rākau workshops captivated Womad festival attendeesMau rākau helps youth manage emotions and connect with their cultural identity.16 Mar 08:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHomeowners snap up nearby house for $4.15m after heated auctionWaterfront homes in Taupō’s most expensive suburb are in high demand.13 Mar 07:20 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRare Bay of Plenty postal note and stamps in $1.5m auctionA Whakatāne postal note from 1893 is valued at $500 for the auction.12 Mar 07:46 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Every day is a privilege': Mark Leslie on leading NZ's largest farm"Agriculture is far from being a sunset industry".08 Mar 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMarried at first flight: Rotorua couple win dream Fiji wedding on The Hits Breakfast'I’ve shed so many happy, awestruck tears.'28 Feb 02:56 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Out of this world': Humongous fungus find in BoPA BoP woman stumbled upon two giant mushrooms while on her daily walk.24 Feb 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Incredible showcase’: Opera in the Pā returns with stellar lineupHeadliners include bass Eddie Muliaumaseali’I and mezzo soprano Sarah Sweeting.21 Feb 11:00 PM
LifestyleHot air balloon festival returns to South WaikatoThe balloons will also visit the Waipā District this year.12 Feb 09:57 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Buckle up’: Tāmati Coffey and husband expecting another babyThe couple and surrogate mother are committed to sharing the journey online.07 Feb 02:04 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWaitangi Day Rotorua 2025: Your guide to eventsA variety of events will be taking place on Waitangi Day within the Rotorua community.03 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleBest Beach: NZ’s favourite beaches of 2025 revealed – and Ōhope isn’t one of themThe winners of Best Beach 2025 have been revealed – did your favourite triumph?01 Feb 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.19 Jan 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostLake Rotoiti’s classic boat parade a ‘special sight’The 28th annual Lake Rotoiti Classic and Wooden Boat Parade is on February 8.18 Jan 04:07 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 50 finalists revealed - and how to vote for the ultimate winnersWe can reveal the top 10 finalists in each category for NZ's Best Beach 2025.18 Jan 04:00 PM
