Latest from Rotorua

'$5 too much to be affordable': Calls for removal of prescription 'tax'

Prescription fee's are not bettering health outcomes, professionals believe.

Volcano victims considering suing White Island Tours

Whakaari eruption victims had already hired the firm to sue cruise line Royal Caribbean.

Local Focus: Skyline Rotorua relishes strong return

The tourism outlet has put safety first to remain open. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Skyline Rotorua relishes strong return

The tourism outlet has put safety first to remain open. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Dr Lance O'Sullivan on smashing car window: 'I'm regretful'

'I regret the fact I let my frustrations on that evening boil over'.

Former New Zealander of the Year charged with intentional damage

Dr Lance O'Sullivan allegedly damaged driver's window of a vehicle in Rotorua in March.

'We haven't experienced need this great': Rotorua charity feeding 3000 mouths a week

Many people just needed a top-up in such a difficult time, a charity director said.

'Scumbag' thieves target carpet and curtains

Thieves have ripped up newly laid carpet and new curtains from an empty house.

Watch: Dramatic police shootout caught on camera

Footage includes cops shooting out the back window of car being stolen.

Police investigation continues after gunshots in Mamaku, Bay of Plenty

Cordons were in place around 7.40am with multiple units at the scene.

John Stone signs off after 38 years as an Advocate photographer

John Stone has many tales to tell after working at the Northern Advocate for 38-years.

Local Focus: Rotorua school principals reflect on returning to school

Only 80% of students returned to classrooms in Level 2. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Deals aplenty for long weekend domestic travellers

Queen's Birthday weekend bargains galore on tourism activities, campervans and hotels.

Government invests millions in job pathways for youth

"This is not just an employment service it's about providing wraparound support."

Local Focus: Rotorua school principals reflect on returning to school

Only 80% of students returned to classrooms in Level 2. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Drive through hāngī: Would you like steamed pud with that?

Now you can get a real tasting ground hangi without getting out of your car.