New ZealandTeen's 900km ride for Māori wards ends with cheers at ParliamentHe delivered a support letter to Parliament, and was greeted by Chris Hipkins.14 Jul 12:34 AM
New ZealandBoat in perilous position in Tauranga HarbourPolice were alerted to a sinking boat in Tauranga Harbour at 2.45pm.08 Jul 01:04 AM
New Zealand'Game-changer': Western BoP a step closer to Govt deal unlocking housing, jobsThe deal would aim to deliver 40,000 more homes and 35,000 new jobs.02 Jul 09:05 PM
New Zealand'A win for Tarawera': Sewerage connection cost lowered to $36k per household27 Jun 07:39 AM
New Zealand'He was trying to kill me': Bus driver punched, choked as passengers lash out21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne council to rule them all? Rotorua to explore options with neighboursTauranga mayor backs having the conversation, saying it's time to 'put egos aside'.03 Jun 09:45 PM
New ZealandRegional ratepayers to fund $3.58m loan for Tarawera Sewerage SchemeDebate on the final split of the controversial scheme's $32.3m cost begins today.27 May 06:40 PM
New ZealandHow Rotorua's air pollution transformation defied expectationsOnce breathing NZ's worst winter air, the city has shed its 20-year-old 'polluted' label.23 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua locals have their say on city's futureCouncillors hear of 'a Rotorua success we should all be proud of'.19 May 07:35 PM
New ZealandMayor seeks extra $3.5m from regional council for $32.3m sewerage schemeResidents have also described the 'unbearable stress' of the costs they face.08 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not a trivial matter': Lake Tarawera locals push for lower sewerage costs Residents' group has three non-negotiable funding conditions, including a maximum cost.02 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Real problems': Expansion of paid parking worries businessesBusiness owners fear more paid parking will deter customers and burden staff.01 May 09:04 PM
New ZealandCrane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marinaThe barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.28 Apr 08:58 PM
New Zealand‘Disgusting’: Cow guts dumped by beach highwayA cyclist found the cattle remains near Te Ahiaua Reserve on Tuesday morning.24 Apr 05:27 AM
New Zealand'Highly careless’: Nomar Farms effluent discharge ends in big fineA Whakatāne dairy farm owner has been fined $48, 750 for effluent discharge.19 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandPotential loss of 62 jobs at Ballance plant a 'concern for Tauranga’ Ballance Agri-Nutrients' proposal could mean 68 roles disestablished, with six new jobs.17 Apr 05:02 PM
New ZealandWindsurfer rescued in harbour as conditions worsenOne person was plucked from Tauranga harbour as strong winds and swells increase.16 Apr 08:45 AM
BusinessHouse prices down in most regions in year to MarchPrices either static or falling throughout NZ, only six areas had price rises lately.14 Apr 10:09 PM
New Zealand‘Serious concerns’: Neighbours wary of drone spraying near homesNeighbours questioned a drone weed-spraying operation in Bethlehem.13 Apr 06:35 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWattle Park developer liquidated: Kiwibank owed $3.6m, Inland Revenue $1.09mProject completed in January 2022 but developer blames Covid and the downturn for debts.09 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil assessing Rotorua lake weed build-upRotting weed can cause a strong smell and build-up happens after bad weather.07 Apr 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Could take some time’: Salvage operation under way for tipped bargeA tipped barge at Tauranga's marina could take time to salvage, says council.02 Apr 02:36 AM
New ZealandBarge capsizes in Tauranga Harbour, 10l diesel spill containedAbout 10 litres of diesel spilled; absorbent booms are in place.31 Mar 11:32 PM
New ZealandToxic algae bloom: Health warning issued for Lake RotoehuPeople should avoid contact with the water to prevent illness.30 Mar 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Do the mahi’: Outgoing business chief’s advice on leadership and job seekingHard work pays off, says outgoing Rotorua Business Chamber head.27 Mar 11:15 PM
New ZealandNew automated gate to guard Lake Ōkataina against gold clamThe gate cost $32,669, and was funded by local councils and Biosecurity NZ.26 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua’s suggested ‘rates swap’ labelled ‘unfair’ by deputy mayorDeputy mayor says it makes district council look like "bad guys" with a rates rise.16 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand$180m retirement village approved under fast-track consent'The economic impacts of the development are significant.'16 Mar 08:09 PM
