New ZealandQuorum 'glitch': Councillor absences force submission hearing to pauseThe council says it happens 'very rarely', and the mayor says absences were valid.11 Jun 07:55 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland businessman sacked from Beca, warned to expect jail sentence for role in $2m scamThe South African costings professional had been earning $200k a year plus bonuses.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Moved around like cattle': Rough sleepers in makeshift CBD camp trespassedThe council says the operation was necessary due to antisocial behaviour.11 Jun 07:00 AM
MotorsportOn The Up: The 'Heartstopper' with big ambitions in motorsport and actingLeighton Leevard has big dreams despite living with a rare heart condition.11 Jun 04:27 AM
New ZealandOut of the closet: New trust to unite rainbow communityThis weekend marks their first Matariki Pride festival with four events.11 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Trapped under a vehicle': Woman critically injured in tow truck mishapA van crushed a woman in a tow truck incident near Rotorua.10 Jun 11:50 PM
New ZealandGates open for Fieldays 2025Fog, family, fun and gumboots abound at Mystery Creek, just outside Hamilton.10 Jun 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy fewer cruise ships may not mean fewer tourists for 'popular' stopThe region expects 87 cruise ships next season across 74 dates.10 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand16yo accepted as volunteer firefighter, puts out his first flames alongside dadIt’s rare to be accepted at just 16, but Tyler Parkinson's waited his whole life for this.10 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Expect delays': Traffic backed up after incident leaves person criticalOne lane remains open, but motorists should expect delays.09 Jun 11:53 PM
New ZealandTaupō businessman to face trial on rape, bribery chargesThe man is one of three accused of trying to bribe the complainant.09 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFirst XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victoryPalmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.09 Jun 10:01 PM
New ZealandMan charged with arson after fire destroys houseNeighbours reported hearing smashing windows and seeing flames 'six feet high'.09 Jun 09:46 PM
New Zealand'We want to stay': Deane pitches China cabin idea but homeless reluctant to leave CBDTiny Deane wants to import cabins from China to house the homeless.09 Jun 09:40 PM
New ZealandRotorua Homelessness: Local wants to buy cabins to fix problemRotorua Daily Post's Kelly Makiha spoke to Ryan Bridge about homelessness and a local determined to fix the problem.Watch09 Jun 07:51 PM
New ZealandRotorua CBD crash: Woman charged with wounding with intentA woman received serious injuries and was still in hospital.09 Jun 06:09 AM
New Zealand'The man cannot be trusted': Former rogue cop John Dewar jailed for company theftThe judge said the 73-year-old enjoyed a high level of trust in his role as CEO.09 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandLotto's detective work tracks down $500k prize winner after ticket lostThe ticket was purchased last June at an Auckland supermarket. 09 Jun 03:07 AM
New ZealandYoung Rotorua actor lands lead role in Auckland's AnnieGracie travels from Rotorua for rehearsals, balancing school with theatre.08 Jun 09:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: 'Desire to innovate' - Kiwi fitness app wins global prize for Harry Potter challengesPlus: Tauranga gin distillery's big UK win and Pāpāmoa skincare start-up's Goop deal.08 Jun 08:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: How the world's wealthiest invest beyond traditional marketsUBS surveyed 317 family office clients for its 2025 Global Family Office Report.08 Jun 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Coldest nights': NZ braces for another bone-chilling night as cold snap continuesMetService has issued road snowfall warnings for Porters Pass and the Crown Range Rd.08 Jun 06:05 AM
New ZealandSwells reach 10m at Wellington Harbour entrance as polar blast hitsThere's also been nearly a metre of snow at Mt Hutt, and fire crews rescuing motorists.07 Jun 03:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand60 jobs gone: Ballance boss tells of 'very difficult' announcement 'I really feel for all those impacted by this decision, including their wider families.'06 Jun 08:31 PM
New Zealand'Unsafe levels': Toxic gas concern closes events centre officeRotorua's council is investigating the source and monitoring gas levels.06 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandPacific excellence to be celebrated at Rotorua arts fonoThe event marks the final day of Samoa Language Week. 06 Jun 03:11 AM
New ZealandFunding to help Fordlands thriveUp to 145 youths join free sports activities every Monday at Bellingham Crescent.06 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Deeply worrying': Urgent call for whooping cough jabsMore than 30 people have been hospitalised in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes since last year.05 Jun 11:55 PM
New ZealandWoman seriously injured in alleged Rotorua hit-and-runPolice urge witnesses to share information or footage.05 Jun 11:28 PM
New Zealand'Blown away': Tonnes of rubbish collected in city clean-upThe man leading the effort plans more for the city.05 Jun 11:25 PM
New Zealand'Absolute chaos': New roundabout setup causes confusionThe changes are part of council roadworks that are set to last a year.05 Jun 11:25 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW: Vandals on Rotorua rugby pitch cause heartbreakVandals who have spent their time ripping up the Rotorua rugby club have stopped hundreds from playing their scheduled games. Video / Herald NOWWatch05 Jun 11:19 PM
New Zealand'They just want to play': Kids miss out as sports field vandalism issue growsA retired cop aims to track down those responsible for damage to his club's grounds. 05 Jun 06:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQ&A: Ockham award-winner on her hometown, social media and making dreams happenRotorua-raised Ngāhuia Te Awekōtuku won the Non-Fiction Award for her memoir, Hine Toa.05 Jun 06:27 PM
