Latest from Rotorua

Opinion: Simon Henry apology: Women no longer have a designated lane

OPINION: Misogyny, like racism is embedded in our customs and institutions.

Pianist Lorelle McNaughton to perform colourful programme

The NZ musician's programme is technically demanding with brilliant works for solo piano.

Man who murdered pregnant partner appeals against conviction

Jayson Poihipi said his lawyer told him not to give evidence at trial.

The Premium Debate: Subscribers on the mental health services waitlist

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

Opinion: As New Zealand reopens, tourism shouldn't forget Kiwis

OPINION: Tourism's adaptations for NZ travellers should last beyond the pandemic.

'Ready to go': Tourism operators hopeful border reopening boosts business

The country's border will reopen to all tourists and visa holders on July 31.

Outlaw gangs to make NZ a safer place, says former drug kingpin

Billy Macfarlane says a tougher stance on gangs is needed.

'Worst case of emaciated dogs I have ever seen'

Two emaciated dogs and four puppies were rescued from Kaingaroa Forest overnight.

Hemo Gorge sculpture back under wraps for repainting and vandalised decor removed

Peeling paint means its maker is spending the next few months tidying it up.

Taupō bar worker compensated $6K after unfair dismissal

A Taupō bar and restaurant worker was unjustifiably dismissed by her employer.

'Equity-driven': How a new health service has helped hundreds of patients

It says enrolment problems are not with the patients but with the process.

'Toxic environment': A third of city's family harm calls to emergency lodgings

The council says in 2018 there were 70 family harm call outs a week. Now it's 120.

Rob Rattenbury: Pākehā need to be trusted with referendum on He Puapua

OPINION: We need a referendum on He Puapua, because progress depends on public support.

'Lucky': Breast cancer survivor walking and rowing 100km in May for charity

The charity aims to raise up to $50,000 to support breast cancer patients in the Bay.

Learn about kaupapa of local arts and community groups

The Arts Village is running its Community and Family Event 2022 this weekend.

Family, routine and social connection: The pandemic losses still affecting older Kiwis

'We can't expect people to go back to the way they were. We're all changed from this.'