Latest from Rotorua

$20 left after bills: 'Phenomenal and unsustainable' cost of living rise hits families

'It's extremely difficult for our whānau to access regular food in Rotorua'

Revealed: The cost of pursuing Rotorua's Māori ward local bill

A mayoral candidate says it's a waste of time and money.

Taupō homicide: Police seek sightings of silver sedan

Police are seeking information about a car in relation to the homicide.

Women's achievements and work celebrated

Zonta Club of Rotorua selected and presented six woman with a single yellow rose.

Awardees total 90 years of JP service between them

Presentations were made to three awardees recognising their years of service as JPs.

Medals at national athletics meet for local athletes

Three locals had great results at the 2022 New Zealand Track and Field Championships.

Mayor says one Rotorua hotel to remain as MIQ facility

A decision has been made for Rotorua's MIQ facilities.

Letters: Never mind the mowing, plant berms for bees

Our readers have their say.

How Whakatāne Mill opened the door for local industry

OPINION: It's time to shake things up a bit and take inspiration from the old days.

Letters: Government calling supermarkets greedy is hypocrisy

Our readers have their say.

'Don't waste a life': Mum of teen skin cancer victim welcomes new sunblock law

Todd Muller's Sunscreen (Product Safety Standards) Bill has been passed by Parliament.

Taking stock: Why are some supermarket shelves empty?

Staffing and supply issues mean shoppers face difficulties buying grocery basics.

Ōpōtiki mayor 'excited' to see voter numbers on the rise

Mayor Lyn Riesterer says the increase in voters indicates population growth.

Barry Howe breached council's code of conduct, investigation reveals

Mayor Lyn Riesterer withdrew her complaint at the beginning of council meeting.

Simon Bridges: NZ's cost of living crisis and what we can do about it

OPINION: In a cost of living crisis, New Zealanders deserve relief, says Simon Bridges.

No Covid? Get to court: Judge gives warning to accused crims

Don't go using the pandemic as an excuse, a judge has warned.