Man in custody after allegedly forcing his way into unmanned police station
Armed police were called to the scene but police say there was no public danger.
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New automated gate to guard Lake Ōkataina against gold clam
The gate cost $32,669, and was funded by local councils and Biosecurity NZ.
A century of rugby: Reporoa Club celebrates milestone anniversary
Former All Blacks Sam Cane and Scott Curry played for Reporoa.
‘I am a strong person but I am scared’: Food charity volunteer attacked
She and her husband run a food service that feeds up to 3500 people a week.
Lifetime’s work ‘gone’: Farmer fights animal cruelty jail sentence
A jury found he failed to properly feed 834 pregnant sheep, 86 cattle and 32 heifers.
‘Heartstring stuff’: Former politician wants reserve returned to whānau
'We think it’s appropriate it comes back to our whānau.'
Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi
Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report
Revealed: Which BoP communities may move to a new electorate
Thousands of people affected by proposed electorate border reshuffle.
‘Explosive activity’ at Whakaari: Ballistic blocks ejected 600m
Vent temperatures rose from 220C in January to 360C recently.
Man charged with manslaughter, unlawful hunting after Kawerau man’s death
A man will appear in the Rotorua District Court accused of Stuart Stobie's manslaughter.
‘Sick, monstrous desires’: Sexual blackmail victim confronts religious leader
'This is who you are, a small, weak, disgusting man who preys on younger males.'
Police seek witness to fatal motorbike crash
A motorbike collided with a car, causing the car to flip.
‘Failed to achieve anything meaningful’: Why councillor won’t seek re-election
Revealed: Which Rotorua councillors say they will – or won't – stand in local election.
Opinion: Why investors should remain hopeful despite market dip
The S&P 500 has dropped 10% from its February highs, entering a correction.
Lakeside brings thousands out to ‘celebrate all that is good’ about Rotorua
'The event holds a special place in the hearts of our local people,' its founder says.
‘Dangerous’: Woman ‘clawed’ self-proclaimed warden during parking clash
Russell Watts was assaulted by Stevee Ormsby after she parked near his house.
‘Loads of maggots’: Woman traumatised by alleged treatment of brother’s dead body
'I thought I could grieve my baby brother and let them take over ... I feel so dumb.'
‘Stale, frozen, hard, crumbly’: Rotorua students served one bread roll for lunch
The school's co-principal says the menu lacks appeal and results in significant waste.
Man died in armchair four days after crash injuries not detected
Lance Hohaia Houpapa was found dead in his armchair four days after a crash.
In by Christmas: Building of 28 subsidised rentals on track
The rentals will target essential workers in healthcare, education and emergency services.
Person dead in BoP hunting incident
Police were notified at 2am about the incident.
‘Means the world to us’: NZ biking tech joins global cycling programme
The programme connects cycling start-ups with mentors and funding opportunities.
‘A new frontier’: How supercritical geothermal could change NZ energy
About $12m to $15m has already been spent on investigative work.
‘Landmark gigs’: Artists ready to show their funky sides at Lakeside concert
The much-anticipated Rotorua Lakeside Concert is this Saturday.
'Significant ongoing risk': Man who abducted and raped 14yo girl had raped twice before
He came across the young teen walking on her own and plied her with alcohol.
Olympians join fight against Bay of Plenty river energy project
The Māori landowners group proposing the project says people are jumping to conclusions.
Share Farmers of the Year revealed at Central Plateau awards
The Kiffs won Share Farmer of the Year, milking 580 cows in Tokoroa.
Teen’s ‘out of this world’ expedition
Zoe Parker said it was the best two weeks of her life.
The thrill of a luge ride: Skyline expanding in six countries
From its first gondola in Queenstown in 1967, Skyline is now a global luge business.
‘Curly issues’: Judge’s Tarawera decision ‘as soon as possible’
A decision on works would be made in weeks rather than months.
BoP is NZ’s most expensive place to rent
It's up $20 a week on Auckland and $15 on Wellington.
Whai basketballers pump up Rotorua for historic game
Whai players court fans in Rotorua ahead of historic game in city.
Gotta catch ‘em all: Suspect caught after Pokémon card heist
The alleged suspect took $2200 worth of trading cards.
‘Hungry for customers’: New way for public to have their say planned
Council chief executive wants 'customers' at the centre of the organisation's thinking.