Pacific excellence to be celebrated at Rotorua arts fono
The event marks the final day of Samoa Language Week.
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Funding to help Fordlands thrive
Up to 145 youths join free sports activities every Monday at Bellingham Crescent.
'Deeply worrying': Urgent call for whooping cough jabs
More than 30 people have been hospitalised in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes since last year.
Woman seriously injured in alleged Rotorua hit-and-run
Police urge witnesses to share information or footage.
'Absolute chaos': New roundabout setup causes confusion
The changes are part of council roadworks that are set to last a year.
'Blown away': Tonnes of rubbish collected in city clean-up
The man leading the effort plans more for the city.
Herald NOW: Vandals on Rotorua rugby pitch cause heartbreak
Vandals who have spent their time ripping up the Rotorua rugby club have stopped hundreds from playing their scheduled games. Video / Herald NOW
'They just want to play': Kids miss out as sports field vandalism issue grows
A retired cop aims to track down those responsible for damage to his club's grounds.
Q&A: Ockham award-winner on her hometown, social media and making dreams happen
Rotorua-raised Ngāhuia Te Awekōtuku won the Non-Fiction Award for her memoir, Hine Toa.
'Questions we need to answer': School trip to backcountry hut ends in group being airlifted out
The group set off despite a weather watch, which turned into a warning en route.
Man installed stolen ambulance gear in his vehicle
He also admitted possessing police gear, including a spike used to deflate tyres.
Man charged with drugged driving over crash that killed four
The 21-year-old allegedly drove after using cannabis.
'It was freaky': 'Bang' wakes neighbour of suspicious house fire
Firefighters received multiple calls around midnight.
'Right and proper': Rotorua council agrees to return land to whānau
Councillors decided to return the land rather than sell it.
Inside the facial recognition inquiry - and when it’s coming to a shop near you
Latest developments in supermarket facial recognition explained - and what happens next.
Couple forced to 'watch our home burn' overwhelmed by support
'I really didn't realise the extent of damage I would be coming home to.'
Four-lane Ruakura road gets $4.1m design stage funding
Transport Minister Chris Bishop said the NZTA board has endorsed the project.
Society Insider: Batley Burton accidentally hit by husband's car, Spencer family's winery; new rich-list couple
Plus, Sally Ridge's latest reno project.
One council to rule them all? Rotorua to explore options with neighbours
Tauranga mayor backs having the conversation, saying it's time to 'put egos aside'.
'Really nice guy': US talk show host Conan O'Brien meets Kiwi namesake in viral clip
The US host joked: 'I've never met someone with the same name as me'.
'State of disbelief': Man in court accused of murdering Tokoroa father
Rapana Heretini, a father of two, died on May 29 at Waikato Hospital.
Opinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concerns
OPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.
'We were all feeling it': Emotional tribute to slain teen at league tournament
Kaea's parents received the carved tewhatewha from the Pikiao team.
Badly injured man spends nearly eight hours trapped in tractor by fallen tree
The man was airlifted to hospital with critical injuries.
'Shocked, actually': Rotorua healthcare leader reflects on decades of service
Hariata Vercoe has been recognised for her services to Māori, health, and the community.
Jacinda Ardern’s memoir and the untold stories from her time as Prime Minister
A Different Kind of Power tells the personal challenges behind her public, political face.
'I didn't give up on myself': BMX Olympian receives 'special' honour
Sarah Walker is honoured for her services to BMX and sports governance.
Opinion: Is the US dollar losing its shine on the global stage?
The US dollar has fallen over 6% against the NZ dollar this year.
Tweed, balls and bands: Coolest festival in town, winter Art Deco, is back
Plans include a Friday night Grand Winter Ball and a free Tweed Ride on Saturday.
Former cop's dying regret over 50yo Mona Blades mystery
Mona Blades disappeared while hitch-hiking from Hamilton to Hastings on May 31, 1975.
New retailer The Outlet set to open next week
The Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.
'Culture of belief': How underdogs became national champions
Young league players set for massive Rotorua event this weekend.
Lakeside holiday home owners face big sewerage bills
Their bills have been reduced, but it's not the significant cut many hoped for.
NZ's best-tasting tap water revealed
Professionals assess the water for colour, clarity, odour and taste.