Latest news from Rotorua
'It’s supported me in so much': Nursing student wins scholarship
She wants to make it 'easier' for people living in rural communities to get healthcare.
McClay to meet Aussie counterpart in Rotorua
Pair to meet the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ meeting.
Cultural bail check approach may have avoided fatal shooting - psychiatrist
'He was pushed beyond his tolerance.'
Taking the cake: How to enjoy cafe food at discount prices
Waste minimising app launches in Rotorua.
'Gutting': Charity garage sale may be canned after alleged burglary
It has raised more than $100,000 for local charities over the years.
New lifejacket rule aims to minimise deaths on the water
Bay of Plenty boaties will need to don a lifejacket in boats under 6m while underway.
'Absolutely thrilled': The Star is reborn - 103-year-old newspaper resurrected after closure
The presses are rolling again.
NZCT kicks in $21,060 for football project
Ngongotahā AFC's Community Football Project is set to benefit from the grant.
Millions awarded to combat invasive gold clam
The gold clam was found in the Waikato River in May last year.
First XV random awards: The best fans, strips, referees and more
Sacred Heart supporters shine in the 2024 First XV season's best moments and awards.
Listen: Rotorua hunt hounds howling at 4am
Tom Stephenson says he hears the hounds from his property daily. Video / Supplied
Dignity and reputation: Police defend heavy redactions in Kiri Allan file
Police say the redactions are in line with Ombudsman guidelines for privacy.
Electricity warning after frigid snap; more thunderstorms to come today
An unstable westerly flow is expected to bring heavy showers and possible small hail.
'Troubles me': Shooting inquest probes police lethal force 'threshold'
'Is incapacitation a nicer way of saying lethal force or killing?'
First XV: Inside the battle for New Zealand Schools' first five
Young talent in race for black jersey
Jetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into plane
Powerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.
Watch: SH2 reopens following slip that fell on three vehicles
The slip came down on three vehicles at Waiotahe Beach.
Watch: Cliff Curtis appears stunned by interview at boxing match
An interview from the knockout fight has gone viral.
Bay of Plenty slip closes State Highway 2 at Waiotahe
Vehicles were caught in a slip on State Highway 2 at Waiotahe in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Video / Andrea Casey
'Massive': Why Jetstar flights are good news for Tauranga and Rotorua
Flights to two Australian cities will soon be available closer to home.
'One shot would have been plenty': Inquest into death of man shot by police resumes
'It's not a given that the first shot will do the job.'
Police officer decided to shoot before Shargin Stephens moved toward him – coroner
It was 'abundantly clear' the officer made a decision, coroner says.
'I'm mighty Mongrel Mob': Niece describes events leading to fatal brawl
The now 22-year-old was scared for her 8-week-old baby inside the house.
Rotorua woman killed in SH5 crash
The crash last Wednesday involved three vehicles.
First XV: 10 standouts to watch after a thrilling season
The group of schoolboy players who are poised to shine in the future.
Body found in burnt-out car not yet formally identified
The body was found in the front seat of burning car.
Remnants of NZ supervolcano found in Tasmania
Tiny volcanic glass shards from the eruption have been discovered in Australia.