New ZealandRotorua Intermediate student killed in Kinleith crashOne girl is dead while her 11-year-old brother remains in a serious condition.02 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead after serious crash on Te Puke HighwayThe driver of a car died instantly after colliding with a van.02 Apr 07:05 PM
New ZealandFarm worker jailed for life for brutally killing ex-wifeA man who murdered his ex-wife in front of their toddler has been jailed for life.02 Apr 01:45 AM
New Zealand'We choked him out': Uncle died at niece's 21st partyCarlos Uerata, 26, and Zyla Butler, 21, are on trial in Rotorua for manslaughter.01 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Severe thunderstorm watch and chance of small tornadoSevere thunderstorms are expected in Northland, Auckland, and the Coromandel.01 Apr 02:25 AM
New ZealandNine dead on roads: Boy, 11, survives crash that killed family membersFive members of same family died in Tirohanga Rd crash south of Kinleith.31 Mar 11:05 PM
New ZealandChild suffers brain damage after choking on appleCall for tighter rules after child suffers brain damage after choking on an apple.31 Mar 06:30 AM
New ZealandSH27 closed after minibus crashA minibus crash has closed State Highway 28 at Tatuanui, north of Matamata.31 Mar 01:17 AM
EducationMuch ado about something: Students compete for regional Shakespeare competition honoursWestern Heights students tackle a 15-minute scene from "Much ado About Nothing".30 Mar 11:48 PM
EducationVietnamese students to study at Bay of Plenty schoolsTwo Bay of Plenty schools are thrilled to be involved with the new government scholarship.30 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Meet the catfish killersLocals pitch in to rid Rotorua of catfish. Made with funding from NZ On Air.30 Mar 06:19 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Meet the Catfish KillersLocals pitch in to rid Rotorua of catfish. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Watch30 Mar 06:18 PM
New ZealandMan dies after two trucks crash in South WaikatoPolice were alerted at 8.34am to the collision between Ongaroto Rd and Tirohanga Rd.29 Mar 03:50 AM
New ZealandThree injured, one seriously, in Tokoroa house fire"It was fully involved when they arrived."28 Mar 11:59 PM
VideoLocal Focus: NZ’s First All-Female Forestry CrewThere's no beating around the bush with these women. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch28 Mar 09:06 PM
New ZealandKaituna River: 'Louise wouldn't want it closed'The father of a kayaker killed on the Kaituna River is fighting to keep the river open.28 Mar 05:17 PM
Rugby SevensVictoria Grant to coach Tokyo PhoenixRotorua's Victoria Grant will coach the Tokyo Phoenix in Japan.27 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandOutspoken principal Pat Newman joins Teaching CouncilWhangārei principal Pat Newman elected to Teaching Council.27 Mar 05:44 AM
New ZealandRiver lovers say Kaituna River should stay openThe regional harbourmaster plans to close part of the Kaituna River for safety reasons.26 Mar 09:41 PM
New ZealandJailed woman appeals sentence for running over ex's girlfriendTokoroa woman is appealing her prison sentence for running over her ex's new partner.26 Mar 05:01 AM
New ZealandHarbourmaster to close Kaituna river gorges to recreational usersHarbourmaster to close gorges on Kaituna River.26 Mar 02:13 AM
New ZealandTwo arrests relating to aggravated robberyThe men will appear in court tomorrow.25 Mar 11:07 PM
New ZealandMan charged over deaths of three Bay of Plenty road workers weeps outside courtA man has appeared in court charged with dangerous driving causing death.25 Mar 11:05 PM
New ZealandSchools launch $23K campaign to 'say no to hubs'School group launches campaign to "say no to hubs" controlling schools.25 Mar 09:30 PM
New ZealandFundraising plea for Whitinga Harris to fight aggressive cancerFormer Rotorua man Whitinga Harris needs your help to stay alive for the sake of his sons.25 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan pleads not guilty to gang shooting threat at MP officesA man has been charged with threatening to get gang members to shoot MP offices.25 Mar 01:37 AM
New ZealandWoman gets gang tattoos removed: 'I didn't want people to make judgments'On Kathleen Albert's left hand there is a gang patch, a swastika, and layers of names.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGang member who shot gun near playground successfully appeals sentenceCody James Fane has successfully appealed sentence for Kuirau Park shooting.22 Mar 06:00 PM
VideoLocal Focus: Hundreds turn up to Rotorua Lakefront vigilShow of unity in Rotorua. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch22 Mar 04:37 AM
New Zealand'Bullies, thugs and drug dealers' ruining CBDBullies, thugs, and drug dealers are threatening Rotorua's CBD, business owners say.21 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua woman to climb Mauao 38 times in one dayShe said it would be a huge challenge, but so fitting for what she is raising money for.21 Mar 04:00 PM
AthleticsWorld's best! Adams destroys shot put recordLisa Adams emulates her sister and coach, while Tom Walsh struggles in Auckland.21 Mar 08:45 AM
New ZealandMāori artist's heartwarming tribute to Muslim communityThe artist revealed the painting represents culture, religion, sadness and unity.20 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandDeep mark has been left on heart of Mahaveen SyedaRotorua woman shares her hopes for a peaceful and secure life moving forward.20 Mar 06:00 PM