New ZealandMan found dead at Rotorua emergency housing hotelPolice said there do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances.18 Dec 09:29 AM
LifestyleHow to do Christmas on a budget: Tips and tricks from budget advisers'Do the best you can on what you can afford.'17 Dec 07:11 PM
New ZealandRotorua's SPCA is already at capacity, but is bracing for a summer influxRotorua's SPCA is at capacity, and is expecting an influx of animals over summer.16 Dec 09:54 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'In past couple of weeks it's hit me that life really is a survival game,' says mumOPINION: Christmas appeals bring joy to many of our families in the Bay.16 Dec 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Crumbs from the colonial table’: Councillor and mayor butt heads at meetingCouncillor claims Xi Jinping and Robert Mugabe 'would be very proud' of mayor's calls.16 Dec 04:47 AM
New ZealandLots to do and four months wasted by mayor’s changes, says councillor“Frankly, it’s been a bit of a shambles,” says a disgruntled Whakatāne councillor.15 Dec 07:35 AM
New ZealandCommissioners release decision on 13 contracted emergency housing motelsIndependent commissioners have released their decision15 Dec 05:54 AM
New Zealand10 days out from Xmas, what might Santa deliver?Meteorologist says a break in the unsettled weather could be on the cards for Christmas.14 Dec 06:50 PM
New Zealand'Government is the worst slumlord in Rotorua': Report reveals human right breaches in emergency housing systemThe emergency housing review has found the system breaches human rights.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Right-hand man’: Meth delivery driver hid drugs and money in parents' houseBen Howe was involved in the manufacture of more than 2kg of meth.14 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandEmergency housing: Human Rights Commission’s damning report points to rights breachesInquiry finds emergency housing system is seriously flawed.13 Dec 09:37 PM
New ZealandBus driver knocked out, hospitalised after attack by passengerBus driver Murray Cannell was allegedly punched, kicked and stomped on by a passenger.13 Dec 01:54 AM
ConstructionAuckland house prices down $235,000 annuallyThe bigger they are, the harder they fall.12 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandNew housing accord will see emergency housing motels dwindle'We have heard you, we have listened and we are taking action,' mayor says.09 Dec 02:54 AM
CrimeSenior Mongrel Mob member arrested in drugs operationA senior Mongrel Mob member has been arrested.08 Dec 11:10 PM
CrimeJury finds former pro rugby player not guilty of 1991 rapeChris Budgen had been on trial since Monday before six women and six men.08 Dec 07:11 PM
New ZealandWoman has waited 31 years for justice, jury toldLawyers have closed their arguments to the jury in the Chris Budgen historic rape case.08 Dec 12:41 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Fence aims to keep pest in Whakarewarewa ForestWallabies are being kept from spreading into the Waikato by a 12.5 kilometre fence.07 Dec 10:26 PM
New ZealandRugby player's rape trial: It was just a normal one-night stand, jury toldA rugby player charged with raping a woman 31 years ago has taken the stand.07 Dec 04:20 PM
New ZealandDairy owner and father fight off hammer-wielding alleged robberA Rotorua dairy owner shares his story of being attacked by an alleged robber.07 Dec 02:48 AM
New ZealandRugby player’s historic DNA rape trial: Woman ‘distressed’ after being dragged into alleyway, court hearsCrown witnesses have given evidence during the second day of the trial.06 Dec 05:52 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Rescues Palooza event to help animals in needRescue homes of all shapes and sizes to benefit from unique fund-raising market06 Dec 07:08 AM
New ZealandDNA advance after 31 years sees rugby player charged with rapeHe was in Rotorua playing rugby at the time, but says he "didn't rape no chick".05 Dec 04:43 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWho's claiming $5.2m from Podular Housing Systems?Councils and an airport company among those listed as creditors.05 Dec 04:40 AM
New ZealandCystic fibrosis: Funding of life-extending drug Trikafta proposed to start in AprilFunding of Trikafta will be for those aged 6 and older who meet certain criteria.04 Dec 05:00 AM
KahuHoward takes long jump into medical career with top award winShe's a champion athlete who also wants to be a doctor. How will Gisele Howard fit it in?02 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandMotels warned council in 2018 of ‘massive upcoming problem’How the Rotorua Motel Association predicted the emergency housing crisis four years ago.02 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandAftershocks continue as Taupō braces for another quakeThe area is still being rattled after yesterday’s magnitude 5.6 earthquake.01 Dec 07:51 PM
New ZealandFlying high: He overcame brain surgery to become a pilot'I wouldn’t call it a hobby, it is a way of life - of living that dream.'01 Dec 06:00 PM
KahuSelf-healing journey blossoms into careerKāhu ki Rotorua: Spiritual teachings open to anyone who feels the calling.01 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuKāhu ki Rotorua: Mana whenua and airport find common groundHave you noticed that the heartbeat of Rotorua is starting to gain moment?01 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuKāhu ki Rotorua: The eight beating hearts of Te ArawaKāhu ki Rotorua: Famous Arawa warrior chief Rangitihi had eight children by four wives.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSaboteur, brother of a cannibal, anti-vaxxer: Who is Graham Philip?NZ's first convicted saboteur was motivated by debunked theories around the pandemic.01 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandQuake tsunami destroys boats on Lake Taupō: 150 aftershocks rock North Island after 5.6 tremorThe quake and scores of aftershocks made for a sleepless night and left a trail of damage.01 Dec 12:44 AM
