Latest from Rotorua

Rainbow Springs: Wildlife to be rehomed by October

The permanent closure of the iconic tourist attraction will go ahead later this year.

Q + A: Meet relieving district commander Tim Anderson

We ask what the biggest problems are locally, advice for newbies and more.

What you need to know about this week

Things on this week that you might have missed.

'So exciting': Amazing journey getting real now for dance couple

Paige Poihipi-Fladkjar and Alex Evans on participating in Harcourts Dancing for Hospice.

'More holistic view of education': Principals reflect on 2021 NCEA results

"It just has been harder for students to build consistent success."

'One of our very best has now gone': Mourning Lady Kuia Morrison

'She can rest now knowing that her mokopuna have picked up the rākau.'

Waka Kotahi's billion-dollar blowout on roading projects

Only one of the eight projects has not increased in budget or completion date.

'Pokies plague': The region with 4 of the 5 worst gambling areas by population

Gamblers in the region are losing millions each year.

Property, ute valued at $420k forfeited after meth raids

Property and cash valued at nearly $420,000 have been forfeited after Kawerau drug raids.

Six-vehicle crash SH5 at Ngongotaha, two patients hospitalised

Two people were taken to Rotorua Hospital after a six-car crash on SH5 at Ngongotaha.

Four residents' heating impacted as bore shut after roadside eruption

The council is working with residents on heating solutions.

Road reopens after fatal Rotorua crash

Emergency services were called at 12.40pm.

Helping to celebrate and thank community heroes

Running for Hope's Clare Jessep will run/walk 36kms to acknowledge 36 community heroes.

QE Health milestone: Roof installed on 'wellness destination'

The new facility is expected to be complete in December this year.

The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on rental market shift

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

Sonya Bateson: Why adaptability is so important

OPINION: Adaptability is a precious skill and one adulthood helps grow.