Rotorua Daily PostState of emergency remains for Whanganui and Ōhura as more heavy rain expected tomorrowA line of heavy showers is moving across the upper North Island this afternoon.19 Apr 07:37 AM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post'White-collar drug': Why this region is NZ's cocaine hotspotIt comes as the country hits a record high for the drug’s consumption.18 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post'Feeling the impacts': Businesses battle fuel crisisFuel availability underpins regional economies, one chief operations officer says. 17 Apr 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTwo more charged with helping alleged Ford Rd killer avoid arrestNicholas Mitchell, 37, died after crashing into a tree on Ford Rd on December 12.17 Apr 06:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Our hearts are breaking': Boys who died in Kawerau river tragedy namedThe boys, aged 10 and 11, died while playing with friends next to the Tarawera River.17 Apr 04:01 AM
Rotorua Daily PostDeal aims to safeguard Rotorua’s main water sourceRotorua Lakes Council has committed $2.4m and yearly funding to the Karamu Tākina Trust.17 Apr 04:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'They were really good boys': Kawerau mourns 'precious' river victimsWhānau for one of the boys have shared a tribute, describing him as having a gentle soul.17 Apr 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostCan I refuse to go to work during a state of emergency? What the experts say'I’m lucky my boss values our safety, but not everyone is in that position.'17 Apr 02:21 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMagic co-captain sharpens focus for first-time Tauranga matchTauranga will host two ANZ Premiership games at Mercury Baypark this season. 17 Apr 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCourt delays triple murder trial for at least six monthsThe accused denies the charges on the grounds of insanity.17 Apr 12:52 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Nasty politics': Mayor denies 'attack dog' claim after councillor walks outLee says he left after meeting became 'dysfunctional' and he couldn't ask a question.16 Apr 09:30 PM
Rotorua Daily Post$30m cancer lodge planned for BoP: 'It will make a huge difference'The 40-room lodge will offer free accommodation, meals and transport to Tauranga Hospital.16 Apr 09:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Hearts are breaking': Rugby club, mayor pay tribute to boys killed in KawerauThe boys, aged 10 and 12, died when a riverbank collapsed.16 Apr 08:32 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSleepout fire: Crews tackle late-night blaze in RotoruaThe 4m by 3m sleepout was already well involved when crews arrived.16 Apr 07:32 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFrom Cambridge kid to centurion: Jacobson joins elite 100-game Chiefs clubWhen current assistant coach David Hill was a player, reaching 50 games was impressive.16 Apr 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostKawerau river tragedy: Boys killed by collapsing bank were 10 and 11Police tried to dig the boys free with their bare hands.16 Apr 06:39 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Racing is like a virus': Taupō-born Supercars veteran on life in the pitsSteven 'Stretch' Bell is in his 15th season as a Supercars mechanic.16 Apr 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostChild-abductor found at playground, outside schools, days after prison releaseJohn Tekuru earlier abducted a toddler from a daycare with the intent to rape her.16 Apr 03:25 AM
Rotorua Daily PostA $3b question: BOP councils split over future of regional cashQuayside’s investments delivered a $48m dividend, about 23% of council income.16 Apr 03:15 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTaking the helm: How Coastguard wāhine are helping women feel in charge on the waterThe workshop teaches women to handle emergencies and steer vessels. 16 Apr 12:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'His significance reigns supreme': New film brings Sgt Haane Manahi to lifeRotorua locations featured in the film include Ōhinemutu marae and Mount Ngongotahā.15 Apr 08:37 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHard cash! Midweek windfall for lucky Rotorua Lotto playerThirteen second division winners in Wednesday's draw. 15 Apr 08:08 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice seek footage after brawl at busy shopping centrePolice ask people who saw or filmed the Whakatāne fight to contact them on 105.15 Apr 06:42 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMan admits drugged driving in crash that killed 2-year-oldDetails of the crash at Mamaku near Rotorua and the man's name remain secret.15 Apr 05:16 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Transformative' $1m fund: How one school's old boys plan to make a differenceThe old boys aim to grow the Chris Grinter fund to at least $1 million.15 Apr 03:41 AM
Rotorua Daily PostHad your shed burgled? Police may have your stolen toolsPolice say many items were taken from garden sheds and garages in recent weeks.15 Apr 03:34 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'We are so ready': Dame Lisa Carrington announces pregnancyNew Zealand's most decorated Olympian is entering a new chapter. 14 Apr 11:28 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTribunal cuts pensioner's rent, criticises council and housing providerThe council says it disagrees with the ruling and has lodged an appeal.14 Apr 10:35 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNZME celebrates nominations at Voyager Media AwardsFinalists 'reflect the journalistic excellence that defines our newsrooms'.14 Apr 10:11 PM
Rotorua Daily PostForestry innovator’s award-winning kiwi fix makes log truck loading saferPeter Phillips created a safer winch system to load trailers without heavy gear.14 Apr 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakatāne residents split over $7.58m riverfront planLess than 28% of 250 submissions backed the baseline $7.58m spend or less.14 Apr 09:59 PM
Rotorua Daily PostCyclone Vaianu Whakatāne evacuations praised as 'well‑founded' after stormAbout 270 Ōhope and Thornton homes were evacuated ahead of peak tides. 14 Apr 03:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostHobbiton Cup heads to Tauranga for first timeHead coach Mary-Jane Araroa says Tauranga is vital to the Magic’s identity.14 Apr 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Not just a job': GP honoured for 'lifelong commitment' to rural healthDr Jo Scott-Jones has had an 'incredibly satisfying working life' based at Ōpōtiki.14 Apr 12:00 AM
