Rotorua Daily PostUrgent hearing: Judge orders halt to Tarawera pipeline worksHe's troubled by both the council and the group opposed to the works.28 Feb 02:13 AM
Rotorua Daily PostShould new booze shops be allowed in Rotorua?The proposals include a three-year freeze on new off-licence approvals.27 Feb 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSewerage scheme funding ‘feels like an open chequebook’ - former Fonterra chairmanThe Tarawera Reticulation Scheme could cost residents $38,000 to $41,700.26 Feb 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostArrested protesters not charged as police remain at worksiteIt comes as an iwi group makes a last-minute legal move to stop the works.24 Feb 10:01 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Deeply thankful’: Hindu community celebrates new garden initiativeFind out if there is a public reserve community garden you can get involved in.15 Feb 11:01 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHoliday house hike: Group to assess impact of targeted rateA working group to be set up to recommend improvements.13 Feb 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCall for order amid heated fluoride debate at Rotorua councilThe ministry's head dentist defended fluoridation, citing safety and health benefits.11 Feb 04:02 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Safe, effective and affordable’: New health minister backs fluoridation stanceCouncil will make a decision soon on whether to turn on the fluoride taps on March 28.05 Feb 04:02 PM
Rotorua Daily PostGeothermal sinkhole injuries: Case against council dismissedThe Rotorua Lakes Council has had a WorkSafe charge against it dismissed.02 Feb 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHow much should councils borrow?Opinion: Importance of balancing long-term spending with immediate economic constraints.31 Jan 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Thrilled': Iwi renews council role after 'significant absence'The new committee can make recommendations, but not decisions.23 Jan 07:58 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Capitalising on community goodwill': Bins removals rubbished as more set to goThe council says it could lead to 'significant savings' and less waste.22 Jan 06:19 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Had a man-look': Dumped remains left rotting for two months despite five reportsCouncil apologises after twice looking and failing to find the dumped remains.08 Jan 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRubbish or good idea? Residents weigh in on kerbside collection changesLocals divided on changes: some support, others worry about fewer red bin collections.07 Jan 09:35 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua food and green waste collection to start next yearWhat it will cost eligible households.06 Jan 01:45 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua Lakes Council gets festiveRotorua Māori ward councillor Rawiri Waru at the final meeting for the year. Video / Laura SmithWatch11 Dec 04:03 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHas this beloved golf course been saved? Depends who you askA heated council debate includes claims of 'coercion' and 'disrespectful' behaviour.11 Dec 04:03 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Please return the land': Gifted section proposed to be given back, 60 years onA new trust would 'use the land for the benefit of the hapu and the community'.02 Dec 06:42 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Grabbing his shotgun': Council granted injunction after threats, abuse reportedLocal Democracy Reporting obtained the decision through the court.21 Nov 01:22 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Scandalous': Former TV host questions $29m Rotorua lake sewerage scheme claimsThe council apologised for inaccurate information and explained its analysis.10 Nov 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostJason Momoa’s special gift from Rotorua and what it meansMomoa's Rotorua show was opened by Mayor Tania Tapsell, who presented him with a gift.07 Nov 11:20 PM
Rotorua Daily PostEmergency motel issues 'significantly worse' if contracts end now – MinistryThe Government wants to keep operating them for another year.05 Nov 04:05 PM
Rotorua Daily PostReport card: How Rotorua Lakes Council scored over past yearThe mayor also shared a message.01 Nov 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostComment: The challenges facing co-governanceThe Rotorua co-governance discussion echoes broader debates within NZ and overseas.31 Oct 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSingaporeans pay $40m for 24.9% of five-village retirement chain'This is a capital-intensive business. We really want to expand' – chairman Bill McDonald.07 Oct 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPools or poo pipe? City debates where it should invest $2 millionThe mayor says the community wants its spas back. But major project costs are climbing.04 Oct 07:01 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPipeline protest: Council restarts legal action to protect work siteA protester says the council's issues could have been avoided if it listened better.02 Oct 05:25 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMeeting digest: New dog rules set, Te Arawa-council committee in the worksThe council debated for more than five hours in the public portion of the meeting.27 Sep 04:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Bulls***' call as Rotorua council agrees lease offer for golf landA controversial guillotine clause remains.26 Sep 05:01 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Long overdue': Accessibility advocate backs 400% parking fine increaseHe says the new fine, set to go live October 1, is a step in the right direction.21 Sep 09:04 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTaking the cake: How to enjoy cafe food at discount pricesWaste minimising app launches in Rotorua.18 Sep 10:02 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Serious concerns' over potential motel conversions for housing in RotoruaRotorua's mayor is worried motels could be turned into housing.13 Sep 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Crap to cash': Start-up nominated for breakthrough technologyThe significance of these achievements is "massive".08 Sep 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post$125k of funding available for Rotorua rural projectsCommunity encouraged to submit proposals for consideration.06 Sep 02:36 AM
