'Bledisloe Cup of tap water': NZ's best local drop named ahead of transtasman duel

The Kiwi champ was edged out by Katherine's water plant in the transtasman taste test.

On The Up: Sweet and really smooth – judges hunt for best-tasting tap water

The winner will claim a year of bragging rights and a transtasman showdown.

On The Up: Italian scout slides into Kiwi artist's DMs with surprise invite

The 'originality' of his 'tragic' Marilyn Monroe interpretation caught their attention.

Rotorua’s best dairy marks win by giving away hundreds of pies

They will be giving away Maketū Pies with any purchase today to celebrate.

From bank teller to top Ayrshire herd: Farmer’s quest for the perfect cow

Bryan Hayward now milks up to 240 cows across 85 hectares in Putaruru.

Barber fined $48k over Covid rules shifts business from CBD

Downturn of business, gang tension and homeless among reasons for move.

Mark Lister: Fuel, rents, groceries – why inflation bites some Kiwis more than others

OPINION: Stats NZ tracks 598 items, checking about 100,000 prices every quarter.

'Where transformation happens': 35 years of celebrating Rotorua business success

Other regions are jealous of this 'extraordinary event', the chamber chief executive says.

The ultimate Chief: Liam Messam reflects on 20 years with the club

The 42-year-old former captain now mentors players as an athlete development coach.

Watch: 'One team, one dream': Raukura world champs given heroes' welcome home

It is the school’s third Sanix World Youth title after wins in 2003 and 2004.

Rotorua Boys’ High School First XV welcomed home

The Rotorua Boys’ High School First XV squad are welcomed back to school after winning the Sanix World Youth Rugby Championship in Japan. Video / Ben Fraser, Kelly Makiha

Churchillian too quick for flying filly at Arawa Park

The black-type win adds to Churchillian's future broodmare worth.

On The Up: Italian scout slides into Kiwi artist's DMs with surprise invite

The 'originality' of his 'tragic' Marilyn Monroe interpretation caught their attention.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author headlines winter library series line-up

Louise Erdrich is one of nine authors featured in winter events at Rotorua Library.

The Rookie stars’ unexpected Rotorua visit leaves staff 'giddy'

Employee kept her cool - then ran to grab her co-worker.

Rural retreats chase booming wellness tourism dollar in Bay

More tourists are seeking unplugged, nature-based getaways.

Mitsubishi NZ confirms Outlander Sport compact-SUV, its first-ever full hybrid

Petrol-electrified SUV smaller than current Outlander, signals Mitsubishi 'product wave'.

Audi’s Q3 compact-SUV has grown up big-time

It's Audi's NZ's top-seller, but the new Q3 is also now one of its best models.

Suzuki’s AWD e Vitara is much more expensive, but still much better value

Compact SUVs with pure-electric power and AWD are rare in this segment.

GWM has added a plug and some serious power to the Tank 300

The PHEV Hi4-T model brings 300kW and a 0 to 100 sprint of just 6.3 seconds.

‘We have to have it’: Story behind the Langs Beach mega estate that may have broken records

Family on the special coastal spot that is making property headlines.

‘I had no backup plan’ - gamble aged 25 pays off with over $3 billion in sales

When Jared Cooksley was a teen, he thought he'd be lucky to get a good job.

Rundown Herne Bay bungalow now seeking $20m-plus after stunning rebuild

Deceased estate reborn as a trophy home.

Watch: Ex-All Black Julian Savea opens up - rugby titan on why he’s selling his lifestyle block

He's not that keen on the ride-on mower, but his wife Tima is a huge fan.

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New stoat bait could boost kiwi protection efforts

Field trials in Fiordland cut stoat detection by more than 95% in test zones.

'They’re not having the whole farm': Northland Expressway fears for Waipu families

NZTA has contacted 489 landowners and confirmed needs for 75 properties so far.

Stronger plant rights to back export growth

Around 80% of the country’s kiwifruit crop is grown in the Bay of Plenty.

Mayors push Govt for grower-led study after major food plant closure announcements

Will Foley and Wendy Schollum want central support for an independent feasibility study.