New ZealandDrought declared in key NZ farming regions, Govt offers supportThe government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.07 Mar 12:54 AM
New ZealandHot, dry conditions tip Northland into droughtBig dry gives Northland its eighth drought in past two decades07 Mar 12:52 AM
New Zealand15 boats damaged in marina fire, cause under investigationFour boats, including a yacht, were moved to the hard deck due to damage.06 Mar 10:05 PM
New ZealandRotorua personalities get their kicks from a good causeThe event raises money for food parcels and services for people in need.06 Mar 08:49 PM
New Zealand‘Desperate need’: Calls grow for Pāpāmoa East community hubA Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says. 06 Mar 07:59 PM
New ZealandShould the night market move? And who should pay more for the new sewerage scheme?What the council wants public feedback on this year.06 Mar 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Great NZ: Family Court pioneer and legal giant dies at 89Sir Peter Trapski 'wrote the book' on family law in NZ.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNews in brief: New public transport fare systemRotorua news snippets: Māori circus theatre, new bus fare system, new regional flights.06 Mar 03:50 PM
New Zealand‘You’re a god and nothing can stop you': The rush of CrankworxElite mountain bikers descend on Rotorua for 2025 event.06 Mar 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: The truth behind the ‘best 10 days’ myth in investingAvoiding the worst 10 days would grow $10,000 to nearly $550,000.06 Mar 01:01 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Hottest place in the country for third month in a rowThe region boasts both the hottest and wettest weather for February.06 Mar 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Disgraceful': Ratepayers pick up $5m waterfront playground billThe NZ Taxpayers Union breaks down the costs for the Tauranga destination playground.05 Mar 09:07 PM
New Zealand‘Prime land’: University strikes $1.38m deal to lease public reserve for 99 yearsIt plans to build a marine research and education facility.05 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘Full strength’: Local rider triumphs in thrilling Crankworx openerAustralia’s Ryan Gilchrist clinched the men’s race, repeating last year’s victory.05 Mar 07:48 PM
New Zealand‘More than happy’: Couple’s $29k bid wins French river cruise at auctionThe auction raised funds for Ronald McDonald Family Retreats in Rotorua.05 Mar 05:13 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careKiwi food tech firm expands reach with major Australian aged care dealThe Pure Food Co will supply up to 50,000 meals monthly to Regis Aged Care.05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Pitt’s NZ hideaway; millionaire’s BFF turns flatmate; Pals founder’s superyacht proposalPlus, Wilhelmina Shrimpton and Ben O'Keeffe celebrate their engagement.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrankworx Rotorua: Riders to watchRotorua’s Lachie Stevens-McNab, Tuhoto-Ariki Pene and Jenna Hastings among stacked field.05 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘Game changer’: $1m funding boost for Rotorua youth mental healthRotorua's youth centre has been given a funding boost that will benefit 560 young locals.05 Mar 02:48 AM
New ZealandPyes Pa Road reduced to one lane after crash, minor injuries reported'A car hit a bank and the driver sustained minor to moderate injuries,' police said.05 Mar 12:10 AM
New ZealandTeen gang shooter avoids jail due to ‘worst’ childhood judge has seenThe teen fired five shots at rival gang utes in Rotorua.04 Mar 10:27 PM
New ZealandThunder on track: Motorsport park plannedDetails of a new motorsport and driver training facility have been revealed.04 Mar 10:20 PM
SportCanterbury Rams appoint 26-year-old head coach in quest for three-peat Quinn Clinton ready to embrace challenge and knows other teams will be gunning for them. 04 Mar 09:24 PM
New ZealandEarly morning blaze at Tauranga Marina destroys two boatsFive fire trucks and three support vehicles attended the scene.04 Mar 05:27 PM
New Zealand‘Legend’: ‘Bloody good cop’ who targeted gangs diesDennis Murphy was known for his dedication to catching gang members and drug dealers.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSection of SH29 to close 24/7 for two weeksNZTA say the closure is due to pavement rehabilitation works.04 Mar 03:38 AM
New ZealandPāpāmoa Fire Brigade retires siren Pāpāmoa's fire brigade has retired its siren for emergencies.04 Mar 03:18 AM
New Zealand‘A pleasant surprise’: BoP, Rotorua mayors ranked in nationwide pollA Curia Market Research poll for the NZ Taxpayers’ Union has ranked mayors around NZ.03 Mar 05:17 PM
New ZealandMeth-accused driver in triple-fatal crash named, survivor labels him a ‘scumbag’Garth Temokina Thompson can now be identifed as the man charged over Taihape crash. 03 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Who wants to be Tauranga’s new Māori ward councillorMikaere Sydney was elected last year but has not taken up the role due to illness.03 Mar 04:55 AM
New ZealandBystanders rescue struggling swimmer in ‘rough’ Pāpāmoa surf'This could have easily ended in a fatality,' lifeguard warns.03 Mar 01:51 AM
New ZealandIt's a boy! New baby kiwi for Te PuiaThe chick has been named Manawa and can be viewed in an enclosure.02 Mar 11:26 PM
New Zealand‘There’s no cure’: Kiwi mum’s fight against cancerSarena Crane is seeking alternative treatment to beat cancer.02 Mar 10:56 PM
New Zealand‘Bulletproof’: Why more Kiwi men die in the waterWith the lowest number of drownings since 2018, males accounted for most fatalities.02 Mar 04:00 PM
