Latest from Rotorua

New Menzshed building officially opened

The official opening of the new Rotorua Menzshed Trust building was celebrated.

School's biosecurity work and dedication recognised

Lynmore Primary School took home the Kura (School) Award at the 2021 Biosecurity Awards.

Opinion: Event restriction changes, MIQ facilities, pricey toilet paper

Paul Hickey discusses this week's announcements around the traffic light system.

Winter is coming - still fun ways to stay motivated to exercise

In colder months it can be hard to find the motivation to stay active and exercise.

Vocal quartet of emerging artists showcasing their roots

Tokowhā has been performing together since 2020 and is coming to Rotorua.

New changes could be the key to affordable housing - agent

There are hopes housing intensification will help with Rotorua's housing shortage.

'He fried the town': Gang kingpin jailed for meth dealing

A drug kingpin has been jailed after leading the Rebels gang's massive drug dealing.

Decade-long flooding problem plagues Edgecumbe residents

The townsfolk say they have been asking for a solution to the issue for 10 years.

'A lot of damage': Biking identity suffers devastating stroke

The complete impact of Jeff Anderson's stroke won't be known for some time.

'Grandstanding gets you nowhere': Mayor defends homeless stance

Letters between mayor Steve Chadwick and a Government minister reveal council frustration.

'Save our democracy': Protest against 'iwi co-governance' 'disappointing' - MP

"Co-governance is basically the antithesis of democracy," organisers say.

How to prepare as potential 'extreme' rainfall threatens Bay

Downpours and significant flooding are possible for the Bay of Plenty.

Covid 19: 15 Covid-related deaths recorded today, new cases in region

Today's case numbers.

Luke Kirkness: What some unemployed people are lacking

Keep trying until it pays off, argues Luke Kirkness.

Letters: Plenty of jobs for those 'shy of work'

Our readers have their say.

Have your say on future exhibitions at Rotorua Museum

Rotorua Museum is keen to find out what the community wants to see when it reopens.