SH5 reopens following truck crash
SH5 was closed due to a two-vehicle crash involving a truck.
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A jury found he failed to properly feed 834 pregnant sheep, 86 cattle and 32 heifers.
‘Heartstring stuff’: Former politician wants reserve returned to whānau
'We think it’s appropriate it comes back to our whānau.'
Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi
Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report
Revealed: Which BoP communities may move to a new electorate
Thousands of people affected by proposed electorate border reshuffle.
‘Explosive activity’ at Whakaari: Ballistic blocks ejected 600m
Vent temperatures rose from 220C in January to 360C recently.
Whakaari/White Island timelapse
Recent timelapse taken of Whakaari/White Island. Evidence of fresh explosive activity had been seen on the island. Video / Damian Rahmann Photography
Man charged with manslaughter, unlawful hunting after Kawerau man’s death
A man will appear in the Rotorua District Court accused of Stuart Stobie's manslaughter.
Ticket law reform urged as festivals leave fans $2.4m out of pocket
Juicy Fest, Timeless Summer cancellations show regulations fail to protect punters.
‘Sick, monstrous desires’: Sexual blackmail victim confronts religious leader
'This is who you are, a small, weak, disgusting man who preys on younger males.'
'Tragically taken': Tributes flow for 'beautiful man' killed on hunting trip
Stuart Stobie was 'tragically taken in a hunting accident'.
SH5 crash: Driver appears in Tauranga court facing 11 charges
She has not entered pleas to the charges.
Prison hunger strike: Dean Wickliffe hospitalised, parole hearing moved forward
Wickliffe's parole board hearing has been brought forward due to his declining health.
Police seek witness to fatal motorbike crash
A motorbike collided with a car, causing the car to flip.
‘False sense of security’: Eight children drown in one summer
Coroner calls for better supervision around pools, lakes and rivers.
‘State of shock’: Canadian hockey players injured in serious crash
The visiting U16 and U18 hockey team members were travelling to Tauranga from Napier.
‘A risk worth taking’: Meet the Kiwi dad taking on Tasmania in brutal reality show
Eastern Bay of Plenty trapper Shay Williamson takes on TV's ultimate survival challenge.
‘Failed to achieve anything meaningful’: Why councillor won’t seek re-election
Revealed: Which Rotorua councillors say they will – or won't – stand in local election.
Opinion: Why investors should remain hopeful despite market dip
The S&P 500 has dropped 10% from its February highs, entering a correction.
One dead after two-vehicle Whakatāne crash
Police were called to the scene around 4.50pm.
Driver charged after 12 people injured in crash between van and SUV on SH5
Four ambulances and four helicopters were sent to the scene.
Lakeside brings thousands out to ‘celebrate all that is good’ about Rotorua
'The event holds a special place in the hearts of our local people,' its founder says.
‘Dangerous’: Woman ‘clawed’ self-proclaimed warden during parking clash
Russell Watts was assaulted by Stevee Ormsby after she parked near his house.
Rising talent: Young skaters gear up for national spotlight
The event features park, street, and vert competitions on March 28 and 29.
Rāhui in place at one of Aotearoa’s top hikes after death on track
Police extended their condolences to the family and the track will reopen Wednesday.
‘Loads of maggots’: Woman traumatised by alleged treatment of brother’s dead body
'I thought I could grieve my baby brother and let them take over ... I feel so dumb.'
‘Stale, frozen, hard, crumbly’: Rotorua students served one bread roll for lunch
The school's co-principal says the menu lacks appeal and results in significant waste.
Man died in armchair four days after crash injuries not detected
Lance Hohaia Houpapa was found dead in his armchair four days after a crash.
Whakatāne council sets 11.7% rate rise in draft budget compromise
Only two councillors, Andrew Iles and John Pullar, voted against the increase.
In by Christmas: Building of 28 subsidised rentals on track
The rentals will target essential workers in healthcare, education and emergency services.
‘Release me without conditions’: Prison hunger striker tells supporters he’s prepared to die
Dean Wickliffe's parole hearing is set for April 3 but supporters fear he won't last.
Person dead in BoP hunting incident
Police were notified at 2am about the incident.
‘Means the world to us’: NZ biking tech joins global cycling programme
The programme connects cycling start-ups with mentors and funding opportunities.
‘A new frontier’: How supercritical geothermal could change NZ energy
About $12m to $15m has already been spent on investigative work.