Latest from Rotorua

Public have their say on Kuirau Park road closure - what's next?

The section of road was closed to vehicles for a six-month trial period.

Byelections required after Rotorua community board resignations

Polling day is scheduled for October 19.

'Prolific thief': Shoplifter racks up more than 50 convictions

'I beg you to ... forgive me. I do want to change not just for myself but for my babies.'

Eight hours' practice, 30 seconds in the air: Two teen trampoline gymnasts' recipe for success

'You don’t have time to think. In the moment, it’s all just muscle memory.'

Should 16- and 17-year-olds get to vote? What students say

One says she can drive, so she should be able to vote. Another says 16 is too young.

Revealed: The region with the highest rate of restricted driving test failures

Learners here need to drive at a 'much higher level' than those elsewhere, an expert says.

Secret recording played to jury in trial of leading entertainment figure

'Playing with someone’s life': Witness makes claims about his ex and rape complainant.

How to solve our road circus: Kick these dangerous habits

Opinion: It’s not just about getting there; it’s about getting there safely.

Letters to the editor: Allow museum to remain a visual symbol for Rotorua

Opinion: Our readers have their say.

'Quite a perfectionist': Dance couple to deliver spins, sequins and sparkles

Megan Romanes and Tristan Thomas are ready to take the stage at this year's competition.

Opinion: If you can’t afford to buy now – then you probably shouldn’t

Opinion: There’s more pressure on tight budgets in winter.

Rotorua family home extensively damaged in blaze

A fire investigator was working to establish the cause of the fire.

Beyond Border Patrol: A shoutout to those in these vital and often thankless jobs

OPINION: Biosecurity NZ officers battle invasive species to preserve New Zealand's beauty.

Woman suffers 'unexplained serious injuries' in Rotorua, police seeking help

The woman was located on Wrigley Rd around 2am.

'Beauty has no limits': Meet three of the diverse women competing for a pageant crown

The pageant has previously been the subject of a TV documentary series.

Pineapple on pizza? Christopher Luxon shows his lighter side - and a hidden talent

The National Party leader has some fun before getting down to serious business.

Exploitation of immigrant worker costs kebab store owner $48k

The boss told a worker he ‘did not believe in that stuff’ when queried about holiday pay.

'Victims believed they were going to die that day': Bank hostage-taker sentenced

'What you did to me, this terrible experience, will be with me forever.'