New Zealand'Great news': Half-price fares net bumper bus patronage as 'refresh' gets under wayNew bus routes, stops and shelters are coming amid bumper patronage.02 Apr 06:05 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely disgusting': Is this the worst alleyway in Rotorua?Mum says it is so bad her kids can't even walk through it anymore.21 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: More than $44k paid out to council staff in ACC claimsSoft tissue injuries are by far the most common ailment affecting Rotorua council staff.16 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: How working from home has drastically cut injuries at one workplaceWorking from home has had a direct impact on workplace injuries.16 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandMalfroy Rd isn't closing for three days: Council clarifies after sign 'confusion'A confusing digital sign advising a three-day Malfroy Rd closure has been clarified.14 Mar 01:50 AM
New ZealandCouncil pay outs for personal grievances revealed- but no apologiesJobs losses and payouts: personal grievance claims at local councils revealed.07 Mar 05:09 PM
New Zealand'Horrified': Bronze bust of tourism pioneer 'ripped out' of stand at Government GardensThe council said it had deployed additional resources to help deter any similar offending.03 Mar 12:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandReaders' views: Democracy will fail if left to rely on one person, one voteOur readers have their say.28 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandWoman spends 13 hours mowing council land after complaints fall on 'deaf ears'"We just feel that this is a tourist town and the shop window is the sides of the roads."24 Feb 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Difficult times': Rotorua council warned of $5.6m deficit, cuts to services may be proposed"Unfortunately, things like mowing just won’t be able to be done."23 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Assault on democracy': Council withdraws support of controversial Māori representation billThe matter had already cost more than $146,000 in the lead-up to today's decision.22 Feb 12:42 AM
New ZealandWithdraw or pursue? Fate of Māori wards bill on council table - $146k spent so farThis week, Rotorua's council will decide to either scrap or keep pursuing the paused bill.20 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandAs the number of homeless in motels halves, locals say Rotorua's positive ‘vibe’ is returningRotorua residents say there's a positive impact of having fewer homeless living in motels.17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom 'absolutely nauseating' to 'heaven': Skid pad neighbour opposes its resurrectionThe skid pad has been closed since 2018, but its owner is vying for its re-opening.13 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandFive of 10 Rotorua councillors could be getting a near six-figure salaryFind out who is set to get the biggest slice.03 Feb 04:00 AM
KahuWanted: Māori Battalion B Company storiesRotorua Museum wants stories from soldiers' whānau.13 Nov 07:26 PM
Kahu'Momentous day' for hapū securing return of land from Rotorua CouncilRotorua hapū took a step closer to securing the return of land from Rotorua Lakes Council.18 Sep 04:31 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Potaua Biasiny-Tule on Candidate CameraCommunity has bigger dreams than council, says Māori ward candidate Potaua Biasiny-Tule.14 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Lani Kereopa on Candidate CameraHousing intensification in Māori communities is a concern for candidate Lani Kereopa.14 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Fletcher Tabuteau on Candidate CameraFormer NZ First MP turns his attention to local body politics and the race for mayoralty07 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Gregg Brown on Candidate CameraPig & Whistle owner Gregg Brown on why he decided to run for council.31 Aug 06:36 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Ben Sandford on Candidate CameraLocal lawyer Ben Sandford discusses his reasons for wanting to be the next Rotorua Mayor.22 Aug 09:23 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Land to be returned to Rotorua hapūCouncil unanimous in decision to revoke reserve status. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Nov 04:53 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Covid card experiment underway in NgongotahāTe Arawa's Covid card has the potential to save lives. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 Nov 04:30 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: After 20-year battle, finally lower speed limits for Mourea and OkereLower speeds mean fewer road deaths in rural Rotorua. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Jul 01:03 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rotorua lakes welcomes new toilet blockBudget bogs a model for other public toilets. Made with funding from NZ On Air.15 Mar 08:10 PM
New ZealandRotorua councillor says police are 'missing in action'A Rotorua Lakes councillor says "police cannot keep their head in the sand any longer".28 Feb 11:48 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rotorua Council forgives unpaid parking ticketsCouncil confirmed the gesture for first-time offenders. Made with funding from NZ On Air.05 Feb 08:03 PM
KahuLocal Focus: Rotorua set for Waitangi Day festivalEvent to be a remembrance rather than a celebration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.04 Feb 11:23 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Can we ever be mates with rates?Rates rise as councils must do more for us. Made with funding from NZ On Air.10 Oct 09:29 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rotorua students protest despite the rain"We're doing this for ourselves". Made with funding from NZ On Air.15 Mar 01:51 AM
