Home / Rotorua Daily PostEastern Bay of Plenty floodingRotorua Daily Post30 Jul, 2025 12:42 AMSaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditFlooding near Ruatoki in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
Rotorua Daily PostManu Samoa and Fiji teams welcomed to RotoruaManu Samoa and Fiji are welcomed on to Te Papaiouru Marae at Ōhinemutu in Rotorua ahead of their Pacific Nations Cup match on Saturday. Video / Annabel ReidWatch01 Sep 02:03 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSinkhole shuts main road into Rotorua tourist attractionsThe "large hole" has cut off vehicle and pedestrian access to popular Rotorua attractions. Video / Aukaha NewsWatch29 Aug 03:10 AM
Rotorua Daily PostLakeland Queen back on Lake RotoruaLakeland Queen is back on Lake Rotorua after four years. Video / Kelly Makiha and Annabel ReidWatch27 Aug 08:37 PM
Rotorua Daily PostStokedNZ founder Debra Brockelsby on what inspired her to start a business selling 'towelies'Debra is also organising a 'topless swim' to raise money for the Breast Cancer Foundation. Video / Megan WilsonWatch20 Aug 01:13 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua teachers strike over 1% pay rise offerSecondary school teachers and supporters picketing on the corner of Pukuatua St and Old Taupo Rd in Rotorua.Watch19 Aug 11:46 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakatāne house fireHouse fire on Farnsworth Cres in Whakatāne. Video / SuppliedWatch18 Aug 09:08 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPetrol tanker crash south of Rotorua kills one, SH5 closedState Highway 5 is closed with diversions in place following a fatal tanker truck this morning. Video / Ben FraserWatch14 Aug 08:03 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSteven Adams Camps in RotoruaNearly 300 children from around Rotorua got the chance to train with NBA star Steven Adams today. Video / Kelly MakihaWatch12 Aug 01:13 AM
Rotorua Daily PostKea Kids News: The small rugby player making big movesOne to watch! Reporter Ollie is in Rotorua, where 12-year-old Kyro’s physical size is no match for his talent, tenacity, and dedication on the rugby field. Video / Kea Kids NewsWatch14 Jul 11:26 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPaige Johnson flower tribute set ablazeA flower tribute for Paige Johnson, who was killed after allegedly being hit by a motorcycle at Rotorua crossing, has been set on fire. Video / Supplied, Ben FraserWatch08 Jul 08:36 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFarmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractorPeter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue TrustWatch04 Jul 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPedestrian hit by vehicle in central RotoruaPolice on Amohau St in Rotorua after pedestrian was a hit by a truck this morning.Watch01 Jul 08:26 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua’s Kyro Uri defies size with skills as he heads to Tai Mitchell TournamentKyro Uri, Rotorua Maroon first five, will take the field in this week's Tai Mitchell Rugby Tournament in Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch24 Jun 09:48 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua's Kryo Uri proves isn't everything on a rugby fieldKyro Uri, 12, might be little but he makes up for his size with his skill on the rugby field.Watch24 Jun 09:47 PM
Rotorua Daily PostAronui Matariki Drone ShowAerial footage captured the 'mesmerising' Matariki drone show over Rotorua Lakefront. Video / @incredibleimagesnz, https://www.facebook.com/AronuiArtsFestivalWatch22 Jun 10:07 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakaari/White Island large plumeA large plume from Whakaari/White Island this morning prompted speculation of an eruption. Video / Moxi CafeWatch17 Jun 11:13 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice cordon on Edmund Rd, RotoruaPart of Rotorua's Edmund Rd was cordoned off following a hit-and-run incident. Video / Ben FraserWatch15 Jun 11:44 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua Homelessness: Local wants to buy cabins to fix problemRotorua Daily Post's Kelly Makiha spoke to Ryan Bridge about homelessness and a local determined to fix the problem.Watch09 Jun 07:51 PM
SportHerald NOW: Vandals on Rotorua rugby pitch cause heartbreakVandals who have spent their time ripping up the Rotorua rugby club have stopped hundreds from playing their scheduled games. Video / Herald NOWWatch05 Jun 11:19 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWaikite rugby grounds damagedWaikite Rugby and Sports Club’s fields were damaged recently.Watch05 Jun 07:04 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHouse fire in RotoruaA house caught fire on Fenruss St on June 5.Watch05 Jun 12:57 AM
Rotorua Daily PostEastern Bay of Plenty floodingFootage shows flooding in the Waimana Gorge near Whakatāne and a high flowing Waioeka River near Ōpōtiki. Video / SuppliedWatch04 Jun 11:29 PM
Sport2025 King's Birthday Honours ListCelebrating the Knights and Dames appointed in this year's King's Birthday Honours list. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Jun 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostCar crashes into Rotorua shop frontA car has crashed into Reboot Rotorua in the CBD. Video / Kelly MakihaWatch27 May 01:35 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSerious crash near RotoruaA serious crash has happened on Dansey Rd near Rotorua. Video / Ben FraserWatch21 May 09:12 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNZ Defence $2b Helicopter Spend, Trump’s Global Influence & Mental Health | NZ Herald News Update$2b for NZ Defence helicopters, Trump’s influence on global elections, and Parliament tackles alcohol and mental health.Watch04 May 08:43 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua Mini MarathonMore than 2400 children ran the Rotorua Mini Marathon. Video / Kelly MakihaWatch02 May 01:38 AM
Rotorua Daily PostDairy robbery caught on CCTVCCTV footage has emerged showing two people robbing a Lake Rd dairy in Rotorua.Watch01 May 07:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSlashed tyres: Young girls seen on CCTVCCTV footage has emerged showing two girls, one appearing to carry a large knife, near cars that had tyres slashed. Video / SuppliedWatch29 Apr 03:06 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMatariki drone showThe Aronui Arts Festival Matariki drone show returns to the Rotorua Lakefront this June. Video / Kaponga ProductionsWatch28 Apr 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostA new design for a low cost, fast build and sustainable house has been launched in RotoruaThere are hopes a new, quick, sustainable way of building homes at a low cost could help ease New Zealand's housing woes. Video / Kelly MakihaWatch11 Apr 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakaari/White Island timelapseRecent timelapse taken of Whakaari/White Island. Evidence of fresh explosive activity had been seen on the island. Video / Damian Rahmann PhotographyWatch24 Mar 11:08 PM
Rotorua Daily PostCancer survivor calls for funding of DaratumumabTove Jensen-Munroe says the drug will be her 'best option' if she relapses. Video / Megan WilsonWatch17 Mar 04:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostFireball caught on camera in BoP skyA "very bright" fireball seen over the Bay of Plenty on Wednesday night. Video / David GreigWatch13 Mar 06:38 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSupper Club charity fundraiserThe French river cruise prize package is sold for $29,000 to top bidder Dennis Walsh and Cathie Waites at Rotorua's Supper Club charity fundraiser.Watch05 Mar 07:50 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua police and protesters face off over Tarawera pipeline worksPolice, Rotorua's council and protesters discuss Monday night's events at Lake Rotokākahi as Tarawera Sewerage Scheme works resumed. Video / Laura SmithWatch25 Feb 03:36 AM
Rotorua Daily Post2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand PrixRotorua’s Reg Stag speeds to victory at 2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix. Video / Red BullWatch17 Feb 12:24 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSmoke from Rotorua Recycling Centre fireSmoke from the Rotorua Recycling Centre fire blanketed the surrounding area. Video / SuppliedWatch16 Feb 10:27 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua woman seeks brain tumour treatment in AmericaAmelia Branson is going to America for surgery and radiation for her brain tumour, which costs about $550,000. Video / Megan WilsonWatch12 Feb 12:23 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWaitangi - Mō Te Aroha O Te Iwi, For The Love Of The PeopleThousands attend official Waitangi Day event in Rotorua. Video / Kelly MakihaWatch06 Feb 02:45 AM
