Latest from Rotorua

$1.5m tourism venture to create up to 15 jobs

The venture will see people walk suspended among the Redwoods.

Government Garden blaze: Person and lighter seen in vicinity

The flames were reportedly 10-feet high at one point.

Meet the 9-year-old on a mission to eradicate catfish

Alex Malcolm has caught more than 500 catfish in half a year.

Jane Trask: Skin cancer a dangerous reminder to be sun-safe

Summer sunshine provides a lot of fun, but how aware are we of the damage it can cause?

Buy one, get one free? Why this Rotorua apartment comes with an Auckland office

Free office space in NZ's most expensive city? There must be a catch.

Murder trial: 'He told me to say it was cot death'

Mum testifies in trial of man accused of the murder of her son.

Talking with Tama, a sick toddler who can't access the drug he needs

And the American drug company and Pharmac respond to questions.

League club's future threatened by 'historic tensions' - Sports Tribunal

Tribunal says both sides need to be big-hearted and forgiving to mend relationships.

Mother testifies in alleged murder case of her baby

Shane Claude Roberts pleaded not guilty to murder in Rotorua High Court trial.

Inside the Mob: How one gang chapter is trying to rid itself of meth

'It could ruin us. The last 36 years is just going to go down the drain.'

Site blessing for new forestry service and DOC offices

It is hoped construction will finish at the end of next year.

$36m meth bust: Sentencing date set for Rotorua man

Lionel McDonald was charged after a bust in Fairy Springs in August.

Brotherhood claims seventh title

The Waiariki men's hockey team have won a seventh national title

Baywide cricket rivalry to reach peak once again

Greerton is leading the Bay of Plenty Cup competition standings.

Coin toss turns to loss - Hinerangi Goodman loses council seat

A recount was called after two candidates both received 262 votes.

Tama is deteriorating fast. But the drug that can help him is too expensive

It is thought there are fewer than 100 people in the country with the condition.

Haka and girls' skills standouts for English league team

"It's not often you see so many smiles at once."

The next Benji Marshall? Ceiza joins Tigers

There were multiple offers on the table but talented teen Ceiza James has made his pick.