Slip, slidin' away: Giant waterslides hit Rotorua for summer

Rotorua riders would have the option of a 150m or 90m slide.

Rotorua businesses rally to help Cebu family rebuild after deadly disasters

The family stayed in tents as their home was 'completely destroyed'.

‘A huge honour’: Rotorua Dux award inspired by Māori trailblazer

Trophy honouring scholar Mākereti Papakura won by student who aims to make a difference.

New cafe owner gives back to community on day two of the job

Customers can swap a can or food donation for a free coffee on Wednesday morning.

Genesis gives green light to $236m Bay of Plenty solar project

The Edgecumbe project will power about 29,800 homes from 2027.

'Deeply saddening': QE Health put into liquidation after $1.3m loss

The iconic Rotorua wellness business received $11.5m in Crown support and funding.

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Mark Lister: Why NZ's market isn't really at a record high

OPINION: When dividends are stripped out, the NZX 50 remains 13.9% below its 2021 peak.

'Only heard amazing things': Aussie great joins Black Clash lineup in shock signing

The 44-year-old represented Australia over 300 times across three formats.

Positive updates as injured jockey brought out of induced coma

Bailey Rogerson was injured in a race fall at Arawa Park in Rotorua on Sunday.

Team Cricket unveil Jesse Ryder for T20 Black Clash 2026

One of the most talented players to ever wear the black cap has signed on for next year.

Jockey from famous family in induced coma after race fall

Bailey Rogerson has been placed in an induced coma after a fall during a race at Rotorua.

Slip, slidin' away: Giant waterslides hit Rotorua for summer

Rotorua riders would have the option of a 150m or 90m slide.

How NZ TikTok content creator Raukura Huata is reframing ‘traditional’ kai Māori

Her posts are a mix of politics and moments of joy, one shared meal at a time.

Legend of the Peaks

The event, which begins this Friday, is expected to attract more than 3000 runners and walkers across six different distances. Video / Legend of the Peaks

‘I’ve realised it all goes away': Temuera Morrison embraces his roots in new series

The Kiwi star on Hollywood, coming home and the struggle to play himself on screen.

Mazda CX-80 is the best Large SUV of 2025: DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance NZ Car of the Year

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Subaru Forester is the best Family SUV of 2025: DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance NZ Car of the Year

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Ford Ranger Super Duty first drive: more of everything

Super Duty turns the Ranger up to 11 with formidable off-road and hauling capabilities.

Kia EV3 is the best City SUV of 2025: DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance NZ Car of the Year

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Brad Pitt's West Auckland crib has finally sold - but who's the buyer?

Estate charmed Hollywood star while he filmed new movie.

Couple find their dream 'spaceship' home after long search

They wrote the vendors a heartfelt letter explaining why unusual house was "the one".

Apartment sells for $123,456.78 after buyer insists on lucky numbers

“He was only interested in buying it for this exact number.”

The best electric lawn mowers - the cutting-edge models to keep the grass in check

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‘From spore to supplement’: Inside the Raglan farm redefining brain food

Founder Sean Mills spent four years perfecting the native pekepeke-kiore crop.

Vege tips: Summer reading picks for garden lovers

OPINION: These reads are perfect for lazy afternoons in the garden - and a hammock!

Tackling bushfires in 19th-century NZ

"Enormous areas of valuable bush have also been destroyed."

'More than a name change': Kaingaroa Tipu marks new forestry era

The new 145ha Rerewhakaaitu Nursery will produce millions of seedlings a year.