PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorOpinion: Readers debate Aotearoa, tourism woes, Trump and Nato tiesOpinion: Our readers have their say.15 Jan 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostThree dead in 48 hours: Police issue plea after crashes near RotoruaOne person died when a car burst into flames on Tuesday; two were killed in a crash today.14 Jan 11:13 PM
Rotorua Daily PostInside Taupō’s most stunning homes: How to help a major breast cancer fundraiserSince 2014 the event has raised more than $100,000 each year for the charity.13 Jan 11:09 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWorld cross country test: Rotorua running star to chase glory in FloridaRotorua talent Hannah Gapes is the reigning national cross country champion.08 Jan 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Extreme fire danger' as 37C scorcher looms, alerts issued for hot spotsForecasts of 30C+ in multiple centres will see a scorching end to this week. 07 Jan 10:16 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice veteran to take on The Goat after diagnosis of rare heart diseaseThe Rotorua detective’s heart now relies on a pacemaker and defibrillator.07 Jan 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'If there is no hunting pressure': Wild pigs push farm damage and TB fearsOspri has tested 99,641 cattle and deer for TB in the region since February.07 Jan 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Potential to become severe': Thunderstorms to lash parts of North Island todayMetService warns storms may bring 25 to 40mm of rain in an hour.06 Jan 08:16 PM
Rotorua Daily PostCyclist back on the bike 27 days after serious Taupō Enduro crashThe experienced rider says he was clipped by a passing ute about 200km into the race.05 Jan 11:27 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRacing icon returns: Jonny Reid and Black Beauty reunite at TaupōThe iconic A1 Team New Zealand car returns to Taupō nearly 20 years on.05 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFrom Boxing Day sales to GDP: How our quiet decisions shape local lifeOPINION: Rotorua writer Lifang Chen links one old suitcase to big ideas about GDP.05 Jan 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice issue speed limit warningPolice warn there will be zero tolerance on speeding as summer traffic peaks.05 Jan 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostBlue Springs visitors warned after unsafe parking continuesThe 4.7km Te Waihou Walkway reopened mid-2025 after rockfall repairs.05 Jan 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungArson, stabbing and shrapnel: Police Minister Mark Mitchell’s health battleAn arsonist, Samurai sword and the Mongrel Mob left their marks on the Police Minister.03 Jan 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostSevere thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hailMetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.02 Jan 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post‘Often shouted and sworn at’: Nurse on ED abuseShe says long waits times and staffing pressures fuel patient frustration.02 Jan 10:11 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Losing Sakura has shattered our family’: Uncle’s plea to holiday driversTwo-year-old Sakura Hall died after the car she was in hit a parked truck.01 Jan 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPositive night: Bay party hotspots busy but largely well-behavedAmbulance callouts fell to 177 between 10pm and 3am, down about 40% on previous years.01 Jan 12:34 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'We need to back ourselves': What local leaders hope for in 2026Mayor says if visitors see Rotorua’s beauty, locals should as well. 31 Dec 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Rotorua, Taupō recipients namedThey include a former mayor, doctor, and two Citizens Advice Bureau managers.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostLifetime of service recognised with honour: Leith Comer's success-driven mindset His service spans army leadership, Te Puni Kōkiri and iwi Treaty work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Stupid mistakes': Purvis fights back to clinch Summercross MX1 overallMaximus Purvis claimed MX1 overall after winning the final two motos.30 Dec 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Antisocial behaviour won’t be tolerated': Police warn Kinloch revellersAnyone breaching the Kinloch liquor ban risks a $250 instant fine or arrest.29 Dec 09:47 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPipe dream: Will Rotorua ever have a hydroslide again? The mayor has made it her mission to restore a feature of her youth to the city.29 Dec 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
Rotorua Daily PostBOP rider dominates Cemetery Circuit yet againThe Whakatane rider, now 33, has clinched his fifth straight F1 series title.29 Dec 03:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'They make it possible': New Rotorua hospice chief calls for community supportThe job was an opportunity he 'just had to jump at'. 28 Dec 11:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFestival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZMetService has issued orange rain and wind warnings for much of the country. 28 Dec 10:42 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Thanks to everyone': Missing Taupō man found after police appealPolice say David may be confused and walks with a distinctive shuffle.26 Dec 12:29 AM
Rotorua Daily PostHow to stay safe on Waikato River float with flows near extreme riskFlows above 140 cumecs on the river make the float trip more dangerous.25 Dec 11:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostGold Coast tops list as Rotorua travel takes off againTravel agent says 'convenience' is driving the trend. 25 Dec 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post‘She was so trusting’: Police dog Teo’s fight back after geothermal burnsTeo fell into 85C geothermal water while searching for missing man Jayleb-Che Dean.23 Dec 08:14 PM
Rotorua Daily PostLifesaving tech: Rescue helicopter seeks new night‑vision goggles fundingThe upgraded goggles give clearer views of ridgelines, trees and low cloud.23 Dec 04:00 AM
