Latest from Rotorua

Is an auction the right choice for selling your home right now?

Auctions have not been 'flavour of the month' but auctioneer says that could soon change.

Why the council is advertising a new six-figure emergency housing manager's role

The council is looking to employ someone as an emergency housing programme manager.

Missing kayaker: Search for missing 18-year-old on Lake Rotorua continues

It has been three days since the man failed to return from his kayak.

'Scary and damning' report paints grim picture of state of Rotorua

The mayor says the Covid-19 pandemic exacerbated existing issues in the city.

'Taking advantage of us': Service stations affected by rise in fuel drive-offs

A top cop says fuel thefts jumped a quarter between January and April compared to 2021.

The Premium Debate: Mixed views on whether Tauranga's Uffindell should resign or stay

OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on MP, who's now been stood down from caucus.

Convicted: Destiny leader Brian Tamaki admits crashing car into elderly couple's

High-profile church leader Brian Tamaki has had his careless driving case called in court.

'Hello': Mum's concern after man popped head through child's window

Police aren't making any arrests over the Tikitere window stalker case.

McClay: Nats panel that picked Uffindell took assault admission 'very seriously'

The panel concluded Uffindell had worked 'very hard to be a better person since then'.

Tied up and abandoned: 'Awesome' dog rescued after being 'dumped' in the bush

'It's crazy to think that humans can be that horrible.'

'Fantastic': Thousands of submissions lodged over homeless motels' future

More than 3600 submissions have been made on future plans for emergency housing motels.

Guardian Matuatonga stands vigil on Mokoia

Kāhu ki Rotorua: Gardening dates back to when humans decided to plant seeds.

Rangatahi fight for taiao by being at the table

Kāhu ki Rotorua: Bay youth give voice to concerns and produce report for decision-makers.

Music helps lighten dark, heavy subject

Kāhu ki Rotorua: Cast members travel from out of town for Rotorua rehearsals.

Te reo action series game changer for producer

Kāhu ki Rotorua: Whānau join forces to protect whenua from land grabber.

'Undermining local democracy': Watchdog to investigate closed council workshops

The investigation will look into eight councils, including Rotorua Lakes Council.

'It still isn't fixed': Rotorua resident fed up with 12 years of flooding

Every time there is heavy rain Veronica Martin says she can't drive out of her property.

Opinion | Pay healthcare workers properly and make the job more attractive

OPINION: The shortage is now. The need is acute. Patients and staff are suffering.