Rotorua Daily PostArtist 'shocked' after award-winning sculpture defaced and dumpedA vandal has given the once 'gorgeous' carved sculpture a 'ghastly' makeover.28 Sep 06:11 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMayoral candidate wants to ‘reconnect’ RotoruaHaehaetu Barrett also pledges to cut costs and help the community thrive.28 Sep 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMayoral candidate Shakaina Fraser revelling in ‘dark horse’ tagGetting people off the streets is a key issue: 'Some used to own or rent homes'.25 Sep 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFrom golf to Hollywood: Mayoral hopeful Paterson’s plans to reinvent RotoruaDon Paterson says Rotorua must think bigger to move forward.24 Sep 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Not sustainable': Council axing 19 jobs, closing nursery to publicRotorua Lakes Council says six affected roles were vacant and 15 new jobs will be created.22 Sep 08:11 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHow the Lakeland Queen inspired Robert Lee to run for Rotorua mayorRobert Lee runs for Rotorua mayor, citing transparency, rates caps, and oversight.22 Sep 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhy Tania Tapsell wants the top job again in RotoruaShe is seeking re-election as mayor in October's local elections.21 Sep 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMayoral candidate fears for election integrity after opponent drops outWith her name still on the ballot, Don Paterson worries it could all end up in court.12 Sep 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua Museum and local issues discussed at senior voters’ forumCandidates debated the $8.3m Rotorua Museum shortfall at a packed Grey Power forum.12 Sep 06:08 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Only one of its kind': Rotorua garden marks 25 years in bloomFrom cherry trees to engraved quotes, the garden has stood as a symbol of peace. 12 Sep 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCandi-dating: Voters quiz election hopefuls in speed-dating style eventConstituents had the chance to ask candidates burning questions as voting opened.10 Sep 03:41 AM
Rotorua Daily PostUnion claims Rotorua nursery closing, council says no decisions made yetThe Rotorua Lakes Council says it is discussing 'a proposal' with staff.10 Sep 02:26 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMayoral candidate drops out due to 'health complication''I will get through this setback,' Haehaetu Barrett posted on social media.08 Sep 04:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWhere Rotorua candidates stand on Māori wardsPoll on the future of Rotorua's three-member Māori ward occurs alongside local election.07 Sep 06:08 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Heartening' rise in dog adoptions, but many still being put downCouncil highlights need for potential dog owners to make 'informed choices'.06 Sep 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHow a cop beat a $70 parking ticket in court after app wouldn't let him payHe felt obliged to fight the fine 'on behalf of his colleagues, friends and the public'.05 Sep 07:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostQ&A: Rotorua ward candidates name their key issues, 10-year visionQuick takes from Rotorua Lakes Council candidates on their priorities if elected.05 Sep 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Rabbit plague': Brazen bunnies overrun property, causing pest control confusionWho is ultimately responsible for pest control in the region?31 Aug 06:02 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMayoral candidates go head-to-head: How the audience ranked themThe three candidates who took part in the forum are all on the current council.29 Aug 06:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Hard week’: Sinkhole shuts main road into Rotorua tourist attractionAn alternate walkway will open tomorrow to welcome visitors back.29 Aug 03:36 AM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostLakeland Queen's booze application uncovers consent glitchThe council is contacting affected businesses to address consenting issues.27 Aug 12:20 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua disputes its spot on CEO rich listRotorua mayor dismisses figure as 'absurd'. 25 Aug 10:02 PM
Rotorua Daily PostCouncillor or 'chatbot'? Local election is the first with AI Candidates debate the technology's authenticity, efficiency and capability. 24 Aug 12:02 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua fights for slice of online gambling profits for the communityThe Govt's gambling bill is seen as a threat to clubs dependent on gaming trust funding.19 Aug 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Absolute tragedy': Fatal crash weighs on election candidate'It was one of those stupid, silly mistakes anyone could make.'17 Aug 09:05 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRoad cone standoff: Council workers shun traffic dutyRotorua council outsources traffic duties after union halts work over safety concerns.15 Aug 06:19 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Challenging conversation' ahead as museum faces funding gapRotorua Museum faces an $8.3m shortfall, with staged reopening an option to cut costs.14 Aug 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostEx-council employee wins $7500 after unjust dismissal rulingRichard Lyons was absent for more than 50% of his scheduled workdays during five months.08 Aug 12:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostFormer mayor admits mistake as council accelerates action on $11m wallCouncil vows urgency on finding options for corroded lake wall, but locals unconvinced.07 Aug 06:04 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Trolls everywhere': Abuse blamed as candidate shortage forces byelectionOnly three people put their hands up for the four-person Rotorua Lakes Community Board.06 Aug 08:18 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post'Disheartening': Why a bid to house homeless people in pods fell overA local business made the $2500 pods. A charity bought some. Then plans began unravelling.05 Aug 07:30 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhy a pub owner ditched travel plans to run for re-electionWhat drove Gregg Brown back into Rotorua's election race, after saying he would step down.05 Aug 04:15 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTwo councillors and two newcomers challenge Tapsell for Rotorua mayorA total of 40 are standing for seats in Rotorua Lakes Council's local election.04 Aug 07:52 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post'New money': Higher-end housing development sparks strong interestPrices start at $700,000, with home and land packages from $1.4 million.03 Aug 10:31 PM
