Latest from Rotorua

Health NZ redundancies: More than $251k paid out in Bay of Plenty, Lakes

'We’ve lost people ... all vital to making sure a hospital functions accordingly.'

Uncovered: 100-year-old discovery in Rotorua Museum renovation

The heritage find was made during building strengthening works.

Twelve sizes smaller, 3kg removed: Mum speaks of 'life-changing' breast reduction surgery

'Oh my god, they’re beautiful,' she said when she saw her new breasts for the first time.

Abuse survivors' group backs man’s move to reject King’s Service Medal

Fears survivors of abuse in faith-based institutions will be 'ghosted' in redress system.

'All the hard work paid off': Basketballer picked to represent NZ in new team

How sport helped a bullied boy find his happy place after a traumatic brain injury.

'He'll be watching': The legacy of the Rotorua rangatira on the 20 cent coin

His legacy spans 300 years, he's travelled oceans, and he's on our 20 cent coin.

The four summer activities that racked up $16.5m in ACC payouts in one region

'You don’t want to spend your summer holiday in A and E.'

On a knife-edge: A young boy's fight to stay alive

'He fades pretty quickly but he does his best.'

'Wholly unnecessary': Bay road toll rises after horror December in Rotorua

Too many people have died on local roads, say police.

'Happy to be alive': Mum's 'tough year' after freak accident in restaurant

Sian Habgood was hit by a car while sitting inside a restaurant.

How Ngawai's golden ticket has led to a trip of a lifetime

Ngawai Clendon aims to inspire others as she heads to Antarctica with Inspiring Explorers.

Health warning issued as toxic algal bloom hits Lake Rotoiti

Toxic algal bloom warning issued for Ōkawa Bay, Lake Rotoiti.

Skyline Rotorua collaborates with pro athletes and local trail builders on new downhill track.

Three champions give input into the new Crankworx downhill track.

Search continues for man who swam away from police during chase

Iwi places rāhui on Ōhiwa Harbour as search for missing swimmer intensifies.

Retailers cashing in on customers' happy vibes

Boxing Day shoppers in Rotorua and Tauranga are happy to be spending.

Mixed Christmas sales for Bay retailers amid cost-conscious shoppers

Bay of Plenty retailers report mixed Christmas spending figures, but some remain upbeat.

Lifejackets, speeding, no-go zones: What water patrols are looking out for

The Bay of Plenty maritime team will be checking for rule compliance.

Bin removal at popular lake causes two-year stink

The holiday park says staff pick up a bag of rubbish a day from the carpark opposite.