New ZealandLocal Focus: James Barron on Candidate CameraMeet James Barron, who is running for Whanganui District Council.13 Aug 12:28 AM
New Zealand'Scary and damning' report paints grim picture of state of RotoruaThe mayor says the Covid-19 pandemic exacerbated existing issues in the city.12 Aug 05:32 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Helen Craig on Candidate CameraHelen Craig is running again for Whanganui District Council.11 Aug 10:50 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rawinia Parata on Candidate CameraRawinia Parata is a candidate for the Gisborne District Council.11 Aug 08:08 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Rawinia Parata on Candidate CameraMeet Rawinia Parata, candidate for Gisborne District Council.Watch11 Aug 06:00 PM
PoliticsTopp twin Dame Lynda to run for Ashburton District Council seat in upcoming Local Body ElectionsDame Lynda Topp has put her hat in the ring for the upcoming Local Body Elections.10 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Larry Foster on Candidate CameraMeet Gisborne District Council candidate Larry Foster.10 Aug 07:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionComment: Why bother voting in local elections?OPINION: Civic Trust Auckland secretary weighs up grassroots democracy.07 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics'Undermining local democracy': Watchdog to investigate closed council workshopsThe investigation will look into eight councils, including Rotorua Lakes Council.04 Aug 05:19 AM
New Zealand'Horrendous': Residents' scathing verdict on state of roadsCouncil asks for patience while homeowners are upset over its poorly maintained roads.15 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandGP denied use of unapproved ivermectin drug to treatJudge declines to release medicines imported from India.14 Jul 05:59 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidate claims Govt will end emergency housing for 'out-of-towners'The mayor says the move would be 'fantastic'.08 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandFreedom campers outstay welcome in PāpāmoaCampers say they're actually quite nice people trying to get by in an 'expensive' world.05 Jul 08:43 AM
New Zealand'Soul-crushing': Residents air views on selling local reserves for housingThe deputy mayor said he heard one petitioner 'very clear'.01 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua Museum: $30m could be added to cost for 'extremely complex' renovationThe current budget for the project is $53.3m but could rise to $83m.24 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'It's my sanctuary': Chronically ill tenant in disbelief over plans to move him againA Whakatāne pensioner intends to go to arbitration with Kāinga Ora.16 Jun 11:18 PM
New ZealandControversial Murupara doctor able to practice againConlon was suspended from practising medicine in early February.14 Jun 08:52 PM
New ZealandCouncil investigating targeted rate for emergency housingSome believe it won't solve the issues and will embed the system in Rotorua.10 Jun 04:13 AM
Kahu'I want some justice': Hīkoi at Tokomaru Bay over endless leasesContractual arrangements have stripped Māori landowners of control of their whenua.04 Jun 08:47 AM
New ZealandTauranga byelection: Candidates upset, insulted by Te Pāti Māori claimsWinston Peters, former MP for Tauranga, has also weighed in on Te Pāti Māori's stance.13 May 05:39 AM
Kahu'Stop the spend': Tania Tapsell announces run for Rotorua mayorCouncillor joins three other declared candidates for city's top job10 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'It does make you wonder': Man pinged at Links Ave despite being in ChristchurchCouncil blames human error for number plate mistake.09 May 06:13 AM
New Zealand'Toxic environment': A third of city's family harm calls to emergency lodgingsThe council says in 2018 there were 70 family harm call outs a week. Now it's 120.09 May 04:47 AM
KahuWhanganui River iwi hit back at Horizons councillor's claims'There is global interest in Te Awa Tupua and what iwi are trying to achieve in Whanganui'06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandElection candidate takes council to court over controversial billThe council says it will strongly oppose candidate Robert Lee's case.06 May 06:13 AM
KahuNew name revealed for Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts CentreThe new name is intended to fit more easily on a ticket.05 May 03:42 AM
New Zealand'Incredible opportunity': Community warming to new Picton ferry terminal plansA public session to learn more about the Picton ferry terminal upgrade was held this week.30 Apr 11:11 PM
New Zealand'Final act of frustration': Councillor speaks about shock resignationBentley says the mayor's actions on Thursday were the final straw.29 Apr 07:21 AM
New ZealandBuller floods cost KiwiRail over $3 millionThe area suffered severe flooding in July last year.29 Apr 02:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: The city Christopher Luxon believes 'needs to get sorted'The National Party leader said crime and emergency housing motels would put visitors off.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Respected' councillor quits in public meeting, claims mayor 'shunned' himThe resignation came after a decision to discuss a controversial bill in private28 Apr 07:33 AM
PoliticsRotorua hits 'pause' on controversial billRotorua MP says 'throw it in the rubbish bin'.28 Apr 03:57 AM
PoliticsLabour support falters as Rotorua electoral bill 'fallen foul' of Bill of RightsWaiariki MP Rawiri Waititi says he backs the 'brave and progressive' bill.27 Apr 04:50 AM
