Home / Rotorua Daily PostSmoke from truck takes over Rotorua state highwaySupplied19 Feb, 2026 10:21 PMSaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditThick smoke from a truck takes over part of State Highway 30 near Rotorua.
Rotorua Daily PostSmoke from truck takes over Rotorua state highwayThick smoke from a truck takes over part of State Highway 30 near Rotorua.Watch19 Feb 10:21 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua dad raises concerns about Rotorua Hospital's SCBUTe Kawana Tapara said the main security access door to Rotorua Hospital's SCBU fails to latch or lock automatically.Watch18 Feb 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRakaia SalmonThe iconic Rakaia salmon sculpture on SH1 has been refurbished by the same artist who created it more than 35 years ago. Video / Mike Thorpe / Tim TarbottonWatch02 Feb 03:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTouch kids go to great heights to get to Rotorua tournamentTouch kids trekked 3km over hills and rough terrain to reach a ride out of the area so they could make a Rotorua touch tournament.Watch29 Jan 09:13 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBay of Plenty electrical storm: Lightning strikes in RotoruaSpectacular lightning strikes that lit up the sky over Rotorua on Wednesday night were captured from Western Heights. Video / Sue AtkinsonWatch07 Jan 07:40 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBay of Plenty lightning storm over TaurangaA condensed snapshot of lightning flashes captured from The Avenues looking towards the Maungatapu Bridge on Wednesday night. Video / Jenna PreestWatch07 Jan 07:33 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHot pie vending machine brings favourite to RotoruaThe PieBot is the first hot pie vending machines to be installed in Rotorua, and offers all 10 Maketū Pies flavours.Watch16 Dec 10:05 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua teen author turns life challenges into resilience-focused sports bookAustin Mitchell has turned his passion for rugby into a book aimed at helping young players build skills, resilience and confidence. Video / SuppliedWatch09 Dec 09:37 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotokākahi pipeline planning grievances aired in High CourtProtesters waved signs outside the Rotorua courthouse as the hearing started. Video / Ben FraserWatch04 Dec 12:37 AM
Rotorua Daily PostFill the Bus 2025Fill the Bus is back for 2025 collecting food donations for the Rotorua Salvation Army foodbank.Watch03 Dec 06:34 PM
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 PostRotorua lake weed build upRemoval of lake weed at Rotorua Lakefront. Video / Ben FraserWatch26 Nov 05:00 PM
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 PostRotorua floatplane has engine troubleDarren Williams started filming after hearing the Volcanic Air floatplane backfiring and spluttering on November 6. Video / Darren WilliamsWatch20 Nov 10:55 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPuarenga Stream running high in RotoruaPuarenga Stream is running high in Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch19 Nov 12:32 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua Lakefront weedWeed has built up on the Rotorua Lakefront after this week's high winds and rain. Video / Ben FraserWatch13 Nov 10:38 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua lake weedWeed washed up at Rotorua Lakefront following last night's wild weather. Video / Ben Fraser, SuppliedWatch12 Nov 10:05 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhite tūī spotted in Eastern Bay of PlentyA rarely-sighted white tūī has been hanging around a Waiotahe neighbourhood in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Video / Nathan PyeWatch11 Nov 12:16 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTruck rolls south of RotoruaThe truck overturned on Monday afternoon.Watch03 Nov 06:22 AM
Rotorua Daily PostLegend of the PeaksThe event, which begins this Friday, is expected to attract more than 3000 runners and walkers across six different distances. Video / Legend of the PeaksWatch03 Nov 12:01 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRa Whakamana RotoruaRa Whakamana Rotorua at Village Green. Video / Ben FraserWatch28 Oct 03:14 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSearch for missing Tokoroa teacher Jayleb-Che DeanSearch and Rescue teams and members of Jayleb-Che Dean's family have been searching the bush, waterways and farming area south of Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch24 Oct 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFootage shows Rotorua rugby club burningFootage sent to the Rotorua Daily Post showed the Whakarewarewa Rugby Community Sports club burning early Tuesday morning. Video / SuppliedWatch21 Oct 10:33 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFirefighters strike for pay, staffingNZPFU secretaries Des Chan and Mike Swanson from Rotorua and Tauranga speak about today's firefighter strikes.Watch17 Oct 12:41 AM
Rotorua Daily PostUte driver crashes into motorcyclist in TaupōFootage shows a ute crashing into a motorcyclist in Taupō.Watch13 Oct 08:10 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNew Zealand’s longest-serving councillor, Rotorua’s Trevor MaxwellRotorua’s Trevor Maxwell looks to have booked himself another three years in local government. Video / Alan GibsonWatch11 Oct 05:43 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua mayoral race: Tapsell ‘concerned’ if Lee re-elected; Rainbow Storytime sparks debateCandidates expressed opposite views on Rainbow Storytimes at a forum in Rotorua. Video / Mathew NashWatch26 Sep 03:00 AM
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 PostTauranga secures 2028 World Triathlon Championship Final as part of three year partnershipTauranga has secured the 2028 World Triathlon Championship Final as part of three year partnership with World Triathlon. Video / SuppliedWatch05 Aug 10:58 PM
Rotorua Daily PostAerial flooding footageFootage of flooding in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Video / Bay of Plenty Helicopters, suppliedWatch30 Jul 07:41 PM
Rotorua Daily PostEastern Bay of Plenty floodingFlooding near Ruatoki in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.Watch30 Jul 12:42 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
