New ZealandSecurity systems being reviewed after vandalism in forestA meeting between groups was sparked by forest amenities being destroyed at the weekend.04 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandOld pump station removed from culturally important springsChanges allow "the sun to shine down on Te Waro Uri for the first time in decades".26 Jun 01:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHipkins says 'housing boom' is evident in RotoruaThe Prime Minister says the Government is building more state houses.19 Jun 07:09 PM
New ZealandHomeless motel woes: 'Peeing' on windows, fights and swinging metal baseball batsThere are fewer people living in homeless motels but some residents are still suffering.07 Jun 06:00 PM
Kahu'Huge risk': Rotorua Mayor calls for urgent action after Loafers Lodge tragedySome accommodation providers have been described as unsafe.01 Jun 06:03 PM
New Zealand'A taste of blood' - Dogs maul retiree's pet sheep, neighbour fears for kidsBrutal night-time attacks by dogs have left six sheep dead in Tikitere, Rotorua.31 May 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Citizens Advice Bureau plays an important role in our cityOpinion: Rotorua readers have their say.06 May 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Not a friendly environment anymore': Off-lead dogs turn Redwoods into 'warzone'The council's bylaws don't permit dogs to be off-lead in the Whakarewarewa Redwood forest.30 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRotorua's Cyclone Gabrielle repair bill set to riseCombined estimates from councils bring the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle to over $16m.21 Apr 02:13 AM
New ZealandWestern Bay estimates summer storm damages to cost between $15 to $20mTauranga City Council estimates the cyclone's damages to cost close to $400k.21 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMegan WilsonMegan Wilson: Why I don’t like dogs - and why cats are so much betterOPINION: It's an unpopular opinion, but cats are so much better.07 Apr 11:00 PM
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
