Latest from Rotorua

Triumphs, transformations, trials: Miss Rotorua series nearly here

The series on Miss Rotorua 2021 called Gowns and Geysers will air on TVNZ On Demand.

Bay of Plenty 'heat swell' triggers MetService alert, thunderstorm watch today

And today is looking to become another scorcher.

Rotorua's new median house price $680,000. What will it be in 2022?

How much will Rotorua's median house prices climb in the new year?

Two cars and campervan crash in Ōhope: One person seriously injured

Police have confirmed a car and a bus have collided in Ōhope, with reports of injuries.

Luke Kirkness: How holiday traffic woes could be hold the answers to Bay's biggest issues

OPINION: The biggest issues crippling our region could be solved this summer.

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Steve Chadwick's honour greatly deserved

OPINION: 'A good working relationship requires that level of trust.'

Rotorua holiday boom welcomed but concerns at how long it will last

While traveller numbers are better than earlier in the year, it's not expected to last.

Confiscated: Look what people try to smuggle into court

Look at what people are trying to take into court with them.

New Year baby: First girl has 3 brothers - 'our family is complete'

Leree Newton gave birth to the first baby born in Rotorua Hospital for the year 2022.

Dawn Picken: Rethinking what it means to turn the page on another year

Opinion: Let's take the pressure off 2022 and ourselves to make the next year wonderful.

Premium Debate: Subscriber views on the new IRD rules for bach owners

Have your say by going to dailypost.co.nz and becoming a Premium subscriber.

Bay campgrounds get summer boost even after implementing vaccine passes

Guests staying at many campsites and huts this summer will need to be vaccinated.

'Gutted': Warning after fires rip through three buildings in three days

Importance of smoke alarms and "get out, stay out" reinforced.

'Count your blessings, get on with it': Life lessons from 100-year-olds

'If you are lucky enough to be well, get on with it.'

How long is too long? Keeping kids off screens, devices this holiday

Instead of staring at a device, children can read, be creative or be active.

Travel, reunions, promotions, 'no lockdowns': What we want for 2022

The Rotorua community share their goals and plans for the new year.