PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwins break their backs in crash - then are back on the rugby fieldTwin brothers who broke their backs in a head-crash are back playing rugby winning awards.06 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandChinese tourists injured in crash in stable conditionFive Chinese tourists, including a child, were killed in a bus crash this week at Ngātira.06 Sep 08:30 AM
New ZealandMother turned away eight times due to vaccination shortageIn the Western Bay of Plenty alone.06 Sep 07:27 AM
New ZealandChild hit in serious Bay of Plenty crashEmergency services are responding to a serious crash in the eastern Bay of Plenty.06 Sep 03:25 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRotorua tourist bus crash: Life savers reveal 'chaotic' scenesThese are some of the first responders' stories, told for the first time this week.06 Sep 02:41 AM
New ZealandMeasles in Rotorua: Suspect cases told to stay in car as health clinics clamp downHealth clinics are handling an increase in measles-related enquiries.06 Sep 02:40 AM
New ZealandBurglar fakes medical certificate to get off bail breachHe was doing a burglary while on bail and tried to get off it by faking a hospital record.06 Sep 12:41 AM
New ZealandTourist bus tragedy: Seven still in Rotorua HospitalLakes DHB is liaising with other agencies.05 Sep 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'They're from our country': Language help for bus crash survivorsRotorua's Chinese community comes together in a time of tragedy.05 Sep 09:18 PM
New ZealandFatal bus crash: Survivors tell of violent swaying before flip'The weather wasn't good, it was raining and the road was slippery,' says survivor.05 Sep 07:05 PM
BusinessBay company breached earthworks resource consentBay of Plenty firm admits discharging sediment-contaminated water during earthworks05 Sep 07:31 AM
New ZealandPM offers condolences to Rotorua bus crash victimsPassengers have confirmed that seatbelts were being worn at the time of the crash.05 Sep 03:44 AM
New ZealandPolice appeal for witnesses to fatal bus crashPolice investigating the fatal crash are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.05 Sep 12:36 AM
NPCVolcanix coach Rodney Gibbs makes changes for Wellington clashThe Bay of Plenty Volcanix take on Wellington in the second week of he Farah Palmer Cup04 Sep 09:26 PM
New ZealandCall for compulsory seatbelts following horrific bus crash"If the occupants of that bus had been wearing seatbelts, they'd probably be alive."04 Sep 08:38 PM
New ZealandCrash survivor: Bus turned sharply, spun 360 degreesFive tourists on the bus died, two were seriously injured and four moderately injured.04 Sep 06:55 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely tragic': Tourists die in bus crash, two badly hurtFive people died after a tourist bus rolled on State Highway 5 at Ngātira, near Rotorua.04 Sep 05:16 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyRotorua house sales total more than $600 millionThe city's top seller made more than $2 million.03 Sep 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSecurity guard saves choking babyShe has a grandmotherly mana and now she's officially recognised as the best.03 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandThird man arrested following Levin escapeThird man arrested in Shannon today.03 Sep 04:13 AM
New ZealandPrison escaper nabbed by Rotorua policeLevi Parekuka, 27, is alleged to have escaped police custody while at Rotorua Hospital.02 Sep 07:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCaught in the crossfire: Shot taxi driver may miss his wedding dayThe shot taxi driver was caught in crossfire.02 Sep 06:57 PM
New ZealandMan appears in court following firearms incidentA man charged relating to a firearms incident on Te Ngae Rd has today appeared in court.02 Sep 03:31 AM
New ZealandShot taxi driver stable after weekend of pursuits prompt warningRotorua police are warning fleeing drivers that "the risk is never worth it".02 Sep 01:59 AM
New ZealandDramatic arrest: Shots fired at police, taxi driver injuredWorker said he saw "lots of blood" as taxi driver came into store asking for help.01 Sep 08:10 AM
New ZealandEntries open for world's largest adventure raceGodzone will make history in 2020 with Rotorua the first North Island region to host.31 Aug 10:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I can't be angry at him': Heartbreak of children whose father killed their motherTheir mum is dead and their dad is in jail for life. How are the Douthett children coping?31 Aug 05:45 AM
NPCBOP Steamers eager for challenge against North HarbourBay of Plenty take on North Shore in the fourth round of the Mitre 10 Cup competition.30 Aug 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: What Police Commissioner told deputy after critical IPCA report into bullying complaintsChief Ombudsman forces Police Minister to release redacted letter in the public interest.29 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandPM: 'You simply can't learn distracted by an empty stomach''You simply can't learn distracted by an empty stomach' – says PM Jacinda Ardern.29 Aug 01:30 AM
New ZealandChildren still love their dad despite him killing their mumMichael Douthett appeared for sentencing today after shooting dead his wife in Ngākuru.28 Aug 11:23 PM
New ZealandGuests evacuated after fire at Rotorua tourist attractionAs an apology all guests are being offered a complimentary rebooking.28 Aug 07:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom 'living nightmare' to dream houseOne extended Rotorua family has gone from a motel 'living nightmare' to their dream home.28 Aug 06:00 PM