Rotorua Daily PostCafe owner extends Coffee for a Can fundraiserHis bank account says ‘don’t be an idiot’, but he’s doubling down on giving back.19 Nov 05:51 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostScammer jailed after ripping people off on Facebook MarketplaceShe still owes nearly $150,000 to victims of her previous crimes.19 Nov 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWarning to avoid lakes, streams after overflow at Rotorua wastewater treatment plantTreated wastewater overflowed after a pipe broke, the council says.19 Nov 05:22 AM
Rotorua Daily PostDrenched: Four BoP rivers at warning levelsMost rivers were expected to peak overnight. 19 Nov 04:30 AM
Rotorua Daily PostChristmas show canned after burst water main floods theatre It is estimated that a million litres surged into the building.19 Nov 03:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Tone deaf': Labour hits back at Govt over Rotorua housing claimTama Potaka says the city’s turnaround shows 'deliberate, co-ordinated action'.19 Nov 01:27 AM
Rotorua Daily PostGridlock-causing roadworks pushed to 2026, MP says city was let downNZTA received criticism from multiple levels before making the decision to postpone works.19 Nov 01:05 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPuarenga Stream running high in RotoruaPuarenga Stream is running high in Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch19 Nov 12:32 AM
Rotorua Daily PostHow festive treats can help make sure no one feels 'forgotten' this ChristmasThe Rotorua Salvation Army says everyone deserves to share in the festive spirit. 18 Nov 09:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostDriver high on cannabis when he ‘fishtailed’ into truck, killing partner and orphaning 4-year-old sonThe double-fatal Kaimai crash was described as ‘avoidable’ by the coroner.18 Nov 06:54 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTeam Cricket unveil Jesse Ryder for T20 Black Clash 2026One of the most talented players to ever wear the black cap has signed on for next year. 18 Nov 04:01 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFrustration at stagnated progress on a new Rotorua courthouse prompts fresh calls for Budget funding A low Court User satisfaction ranking has come as no surprise to Rotorua courthouse users.18 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostRevealed: Serious youth crime is dropping nationwide, but is up 56% in one districtBurglary is falling in terms of the most common offences, with robbery and assault rising.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Life-changing injuries': Teen arrested after two allegedly hit by out-of-control carPolice were called to a scene on SH5 in Mamaku after reports of a group doing burnouts.18 Nov 06:43 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMost concerned about BoP: Heavy rain warnings as deluge looms for North IslandForecasters warn Bay of Plenty could get up to 200mm of rain in 24 hours.17 Nov 11:51 PM
Rotorua Daily PostAsbestos‑tainted Kmart product shuts some Bay of Plenty schoolsThe Ministry of Education has fielded more than 260 queries from schools.17 Nov 09:43 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSH30A reopens: Backlash after traffic chaos, weather pauses worksStudents nearly missed NCEA exams as detours caused delays of up to two hours.17 Nov 06:40 PM
Rotorua Daily PostAsh cloud halts Tauranga flights as Whakaari stirs againRay Dumble says cancellations affected services on Monday night and Tuesday.17 Nov 05:48 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'I was not part of any inner circle': Former Deputy Commissioner claims surprise over McSkimming 'cover-up' Wally Haumaha was beleaguered ex-Police Commissioner Andrew Coster's deputy until 2024.17 Nov 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostEntertainment overload: Must-see events in Bay of Plenty this seasonYour guide to What's On in the region.17 Nov 02:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSpecial festival celebrates kapa haka performers with intellectual disabilitiesSix kapa haka groups performed at Lake Karapiro’s Sir Don Rowlands Centre.17 Nov 04:10 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Absolute cluster': NZTA reopening Rotorua highway after hours of traffic chaosThe decision follows a mayoral rebuke and a major backlash from businesses and residents.17 Nov 04:05 AM
Rotorua Daily PostLessons from Europe: Waikato leader wins fellowship to study towns' revival overseasHis trip follows major mill closures that hit the South Waikato economy hard.17 Nov 02:16 AM
Rotorua Daily Post‘State of gridlock’: Rotorua drivers fume over 'absolute cluster' SH30A closureMotorists report journeys taking up to two hours to drive between Rotorua suburbs.16 Nov 11:31 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWet, wet, wet: Heavy rain warnings for Bay of PlentyThe Coromandel Peninsula and Tongariro National Park are also under warnings.16 Nov 11:29 PM
Rotorua Daily PostJockey from famous family in induced coma after race fallBailey Rogerson has been placed in an induced coma after a fall during a race at Rotorua.16 Nov 11:08 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'In this sadness, we find strength': Tongariro tracks reopen after fire'It won’t look quite like it did before... it's a sobering view.'16 Nov 10:03 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNearly 250 schools raise safety fears after play sand asbestos recallSome NZ schools are closed this week while they undergo contamination testing.16 Nov 09:46 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Was it them?' Small-town buzz as locals wonder who won record-breaking Lotto drawFireworks lit up Kawerau soon after Saturday's draw. 16 Nov 08:22 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBattle to protect Bay waters from invasive pestsThe seaweed caulerpa and freshwater gold clams threaten to overwhelm native species.16 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostFartlek training and animal emissions ... our readers write inLetters from Springfield and Rotorua share views on farming and education.16 Nov 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHayden Wilde slams Dubai T100 officials after extra bike lap costs resultWilde rode an extra 8km after missing the bike exit in the Dubai heat.16 Nov 06:38 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRare historic bowl by master carver could fetch $300k at Auckland auctionThe kumete whakairo was carved as a peace gift to politician Robert Graham in 1878.16 Nov 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWhere the winning record-breaking Lotto tickets were soldThe $55m prize was split three ways in the must-be-won Powerball draw. 15 Nov 10:40 PM
