Rotorua Daily Post|UpdatedMajor Bay of Plenty highway closed after truck hits power poleEmergency services were called to the scene about 3.10pm.28 Nov 05:33 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'We have no choice': Hapū stands against high-end home developmentDeveloper Jonathan Quigley promises 28% ecological planting and advanced water treatment.28 Nov 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCouncil severance payouts soar 700% in a yearWDC's five exit payouts ranged from $10,000 to $74,042 over the year.28 Nov 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSlip, slidin' away: Giant waterslides hit Rotorua for summerRotorua riders would have the option of a 150m or 90m slide.28 Nov 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostGiant waterslides open in Rotorua for the first timeTwo “Mega Slides” are opening at Adventure Playground in Ngongotahā. Videos / Adventure Playground, Waterworld WaterparksWatch27 Nov 11:24 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Quite ignorant': Council debates committees, sets councillors' payDisagreement over Te Arawa partnership as Rotorua council decides on splitting pay pool.27 Nov 10:22 PM
Rotorua Daily PostToxic algae bloom: Health warning for Lake Rotorua, Ōhau ChannelPeople are advised to avoid contact with the water 'in any shape or form'.27 Nov 09:15 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTimezone to open Rotorua arcade, creating 20+ jobs The first 300 guests on opening day will receive exclusive giveaways.27 Nov 06:32 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSerious injury after truck and car crash in South WaikatoTraffic is under stop/go control, and drivers are urged to expect delays.27 Nov 06:23 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostHow does your school rate? NCEA, UE results at every college - rankedOur interactive graph lets you check where your school sits in 2024 education data 27 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Caution needed moving forward with regional reformsOPINION: Mayors would gain extra responsibilities through new Combined Territories Boards.27 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhat's missing from the Govt’s regional council plans - OpinionOPINION: No commitment has been made to cap rates or guarantee lower household bills.27 Nov 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Human waste is a grievous harm’: Hapū vow to continue Lake Whakamaru occupationDeveloper Jonathan Quigley says the plan prevents sewage from entering the river.27 Nov 07:55 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMore than 800 health workers to strike in BOPThe industrial action follows failed mediation after talks with Health NZ stalled.27 Nov 04:22 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakatāne leaders call for community voice in local government overhaulReform plans could scrap regional councils in the biggest shake-up since 1989.27 Nov 03:15 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWhite tūī sightings traced to thriving conservation effortVolunteers have trapped more than 3000 possums since the conservation drive began.27 Nov 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMoonride to make long-awaited Rotorua comebackThe event returns after a five-year break with 6-hour and 12-hour race options.27 Nov 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCocaine worth $11.5m seized at Port of TaurangaOfficers found 33kg of cocaine hidden among legitimate cargo bound for Tauranga.27 Nov 12:17 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMayors embrace ‘common-sense' regional shake-upThey have embraced a proposal to replace regional councils with mayor-led boards.26 Nov 11:43 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSomething really stinks in Rotorua - and it’s not the sulphurThe race is on to remove the rotting material as complaints - and dead fish - pile up.26 Nov 05:56 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWas it you? Winning tickets sold in Rotorua and KatikatiPowerball rolls over to Saturday night with an $8m jackpot up for grabs.26 Nov 05:51 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Only heard amazing things': Aussie great joins Black Clash lineup in shock signingThe 44-year-old represented Australia over 300 times across three formats.26 Nov 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua lake weed build upRemoval of lake weed at Rotorua Lakefront. Video / Ben FraserWatch26 Nov 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'It got me': Diver surfaced coughing and struggling to breathe before drowningAaron Matthews' friend was on the shore fishing but couldn't save the 43-year-old.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHonesty is worth more than money: One woman’s reflection on Kiwi valuesOPINION: Rotorua writer Lifang Chen reflects on honesty and community in daily life.26 Nov 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHot waters ahead: North Island seas hit 'unusual' early-summer highsThe Hauraki Gulf has hit 20C, with warmth stretching towards Australia.26 Nov 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostUnleash your 'inner child': Zorb's Can for a Ride locals' day is back The event sells out fast each year, with messages already rolling in for details.26 Nov 02:15 AM
Rotorua Daily PostUnity in diversity: DharmaFest 2025 celebrates shared spiritual heritageThe youth-led festival drew visitors from across New Zealand and Sydney.26 Nov 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostJurisdiction tangle: Councils debate who should clear river carcassNZTA plans to use a barge this week to clear the debris from bridge piers.26 Nov 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostZorb's Can for a Ride locals' day is backZorb Rotorua duty manager Scott Graham encourages everyone to get to “Can for a Ride” day. Video / Annabel ReidWatch26 Nov 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostOne person dies following SH2 crash, motorists asked to avoid area'The road remains closed between Monument Rd and Heaven Rd with diversions in place.'25 Nov 11:42 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'I think I’m the big winner': Kawerau woman on scoring huge Lotto jackpotTo steady her nerves, she went to have coffee with her mum and told her.25 Nov 09:36 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Not even December yet’: Rotorua's generosity pushes appeal toward $15k in first weekDonations are nearly triple what they were this time last year.25 Nov 09:30 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSH33 cleared after morning crash near Okere FallsThe crash happened near Okere Bridge around 8.40am, police said.25 Nov 09:14 PM
