PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostMan accused of child sex offences tried to 'destroy' laptop, court told The 67-year-old is facing 24 charges, 17 of which relate to two children.23 Sep 12:00 AM
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 Post'Weather rollercoaster': Heavy rain warnings in place for multiple regionsNorthland, Auckland and Bay of Plenty face downpours through to Wednesday.22 Sep 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTeen whose act of kindness went viral gets job offer, gifts, donations'What goes around comes around,' said one donor.22 Sep 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua rider claims podium in elite World Series downhill finalThe 21-year-old rider moved into the top-10 in the elite men’s standings.21 Sep 11:03 PM
Rotorua Daily PostA global symbol finds a home in Rotorua's Centennial ParkThe monument shares the message 'May Peace Prevail on Earth' in several languages.21 Sep 10:37 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHe 'fought with all he had'. Now his widow is carrying on his missionFamily organise event to continue Daniel’s 'legacy' and raise money for charity.21 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
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: The asset outperforming everything else in 2025OPINION: It’s doubled in value these past 3 years and even outpaced the mighty S&P 500.21 Sep 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFresh charge laid after police officers attacked by dog during arrestTwo Rotorua officers went to hospital for treatment. One required surgery.21 Sep 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post'Real concerns': Judge critical of Auckland rehab service Corrections says it is aware of concerns from the judiciary about the Grace Foundation.20 Sep 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Distressing incident': Two cops badly attacked by dog during arrestBoth officers were taken to hospital, one requiring surgery.19 Sep 10:51 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Heart of gold': Rotorua teen's act of kindness goes viralThe community is now rallying to support his US exchange dream. 19 Sep 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMan with 5000 child abuse images avoids prison termHe denied the offending, then admitted it, then tried to deny it again.19 Sep 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostElection U-turn: Barrett returns to mayoral race, apologises to supportersDecision comes two weeks after she said she would not be campaigning for health reasons.18 Sep 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostGang leader guilty: Jury convicts Mongrel Mob president of Taupō motel murderRyan Woodford was shot dead in front of his partner and children in Taupō.18 Sep 07:43 AM
Rotorua Daily PostDetails of how 3-year-old was taken from childhood centreShe was snatched from an early childhood centre yard by a man with dark intentions. 18 Sep 05:15 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMob boss murder trial: Jury to start deliberating after final arguments heardTeina Williams is accused of shooting dead Ryan Woodford at point-blank range in 2022.17 Sep 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostPolice officer stood down, facing seven charges The officer is charged with accessing a police intelligence system unlawfully.17 Sep 07:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Why separate seats could weaken the Māori influence they aim to protectOPINION: Rotorua's Māori councillor numbers fell after wards were introduced.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSnoop Dogg concert axed after NZ promoter loses name suppression over sex crime The show was due to take place this weekend in Auckland. 17 Sep 12:41 AM
Rotorua Daily PostKids feel like Super Rugby stars at NZ’s biggest junior rugby festival120 teams and more than 10,000 supporters are expected to attend.16 Sep 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Common sense': Plans to move parolee facility to isolated valley scrapped"We have been very clear that the proposed location is not appropriate."16 Sep 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostMan admits taking 3yo girl with intent to have sexual connectionHe pleaded guilty to unlawfully taking her from an early childhood centre.16 Sep 04:07 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTrout season to open with promise of bumper catchesHundreds of boats will crowd Rotorua’s lakes for the October 1 season start.16 Sep 01:18 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWild winds cut power to thousands, trees down About 2500 Rotorua households on Unison’s network lost power over the weekend.15 Sep 04:24 AM
Rotorua Daily PostOn The Up: School band get grant to record single after winning national finalKotahi Te Rā secured $11k in gear and funding to record and release a single.15 Sep 02:45 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCutting through traffic, wheel stands: More arrests in dirt bike crackdownPolice say seven bikes have been seized in the past month.14 Sep 09:56 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRegion's tourism operators make strong showing in national awardsFour businesses operating around Rotorua and Taupō are finalists in NZ Tourism Awards.14 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Rear view v crystal ball, why leading indicators matter more right nowOPINION: Unemployment has risen to 5.2%, the highest level in almost five years.14 Sep 04:00 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 PostTeen robber given 80% sentencing discounts, back reoffending five months laterKatana Faulkner has left a trail of victims around North Island.12 Sep 07:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua mayoral candidate appears in court on driving chargeShe faces a charge of disqualified driving on Fenton St on August 14.12 Sep 06:10 AM
