Rotorua cyclists turn to bike valets as parking a ‘real hassle’

A new pin-drop map with Rotorua Lakes Council lets riders flag gaps in routes.

On The Up: Meet Charlie, Rotorua Airport's 'top dog in aviation'

He gets paid in pats and peanut butter cookies.

'We'll make room': A place to gather when Christmas Day feels quiet

Hundreds choose community company at annual Christmas lunch.

Christmas Appeal: Those who 'have so little' but their 'hearts are turned towards giving'

Locals donate almost $90k in food and gifts, many giving from places of scarcity.

‘Very active’: Optimistic Bay retailers brace for a bustling summer season

Retail NZ says 66% of retailers feel confident heading into summer.

Shelling out: $52m Govt-backed mussel venture posts deeper losses and faces going concern flag

Troubled Opotiki mussel farm which received $52m in public funding sees losses grow.

Dementia care: The village where residents 'go about their normal life'

It has been singled out as an alternative care model New Zealand should consider more of.

Chateau Tongariro future brightens as Crown risk downgraded amid investor interest

Officials will brief Tama Potaka on a new request for proposals early next year.

'Have you got the right person?': League stalwart stunned by top honour

Jenny Nahu has spent 50 years driving rugby league in Rotorua.

'I'm just stoked': Rotorua cyclist sets record time on non-stop Auckland-Wellington ride

He averaged 36.8km/h and battled 30C heat, steep climbs and severe cramp.

From farm lanes to fast lanes: Rotorua bowlers ready to shine in Christchurch

Rotorua is sending 39 athletes in a 56-strong delegation to Christchurch.

'We're the stakeholders': Inside the plan to overthrow Netball NZ's leadership

Zones need three votes for a no-confidence meeting that could topple Netball NZ.

New Year Honours: Tech titan, red-hot racer, DIY philanthropist and 97yo organist among 177 recognised

There are four new knights and three new dames in the New Year 2026 Honours out today.

New Year Honours 2026: The full list

The 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.

Author's debut thriller has unexpected parallels to Tom Phillips case

Breaking news on the manhunt unfolded the same week her book launched.

Where locals really eat, drink and shop in Rotorua

Skip the usual online recommendations and tap into Rotorua's local side.

BYD Sealion 7 Premium extended review: going the distance

We head off to Wellington in our Sealion 7 to see if its got what it takes on a road trip.

Ford’s ‘lost’ Probe IV resurfaces where you least expect it

Ford Probe IV Concept chassis 001 has resurfaced in Texas, listed on Facebook Marketplace.

Subaru WRX GT tS Wagon full review: fun for the whole family

This car used to be called the Levorg. Now it is a WRX, but is it worthy of that badge?

Renault’s Filante Record EV smashes 1000km barrier

Renault’s Filante Record 2025 EV covered 1008km in under 10 hours, averaging 102km/h.

House prices up by 6%, watch out for the election: What to expect in 2026 after a shocker year

Economists tip market growth but warn cheap mortgage rates are coming to an end.

Revealed: The Auckland streets attracting rich-lister money and the ones that have fallen out of favour

Waiheke Island luxury strips overtake Remuera in Auckland rich list.

NZ house sale profits in 2025: Who enjoyed the biggest gains and the biggest losses

Research shows the level of pain in the market has quadrupled.

Rich-lister’s exclusive lakefront home hits the market for well over $5m

Prestigious estate belonged to the late philanthropist Richard Izard.

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Tales of The Hat: City slicker amazed by farmer's legendary appetite

OPINION: Hunter Wells' fond memories of a hungry farmer was a popular read of 2025.

Year in Review: Barbie's woollen dog bed business

The tale about Barbie's search for a new owner proved popular on The Country in 2025.

Decades of dedication: Libby Fletcher honoured for protecting Lake Tarawera

Libby Fletcher awarded a King’s Service Medal in the New Year 2026 Honours.

Why every garden needs a persimmon tree

This persimmon piece was the second most-read "Kem Ormond's vegetable garden" in 2025.