New ZealandWatch: Fire breaks out at Rotorua's Mitai Māori VillageA function room at Rotorua's Mitai Māori Village caught fire, spewing flames and smoke across the nearby area.Watch04 Nov 05:28 PM
New Zealand'Worst-kept secret': Two new mall tenants revealed as supermarket opensTogether the three stores are expected to create 200 jobs.04 Nov 05:03 AM
KahuEducation leaders vow to uphold Te Tiriti despite Govt’s Treaty clause removalEducation Minister Erica Stanford says Treaty duties sit with the Crown.04 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandSocial media to standing orders: Councillors take crash courseElected members from across the region gathered in Rotorua to sharpen their skills.04 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandGolf course burn-off sparks complaints, rules reminderThe planned Rotorua fire prompted complaints of bad smells and irritated eyes.04 Nov 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHow rugby-focused schools have dropped the ball on academic endeavourOne school has won five national First XV titles and one world crown.03 Nov 05:30 PM
New ZealandYouth charged with Rotorua murder loses name suppressionTwo others charged after the death at a Trigg Ave house have also been named.03 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandTruck rolls south of Rotorua, SH5 reopensDiversions were in place as a result of the crash south of Rotorua.03 Nov 06:32 AM
New ZealandRunning, rhythm and records: Rotorua’s forest festival hits its stride againMore than 3000 runners and walkers are expected across six distances.03 Nov 12:42 AM
LifestyleLegend of the PeaksThe event, which begins this Friday, is expected to attract more than 3000 runners and walkers across six different distances. Video / Legend of the PeaksWatch03 Nov 12:01 AM
New ZealandOutspoken Rotorua ratepayer group disbands after a decadeChairman Reynold Macpherson is winding up the organisation next month.02 Nov 11:08 PM
New ZealandAlmost 63,000 BoP residents exposed to flood risk, study findsThe region has a 'reasonably large amount of people' living at river mouths and lakes.02 Nov 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Negative returns ahead? How to make your money work harderMarkets expect another 0.25% OCR cut later this month, squeezing savers further.02 Nov 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment‘I’ve realised it all goes away': Temuera Morrison embraces his roots in new seriesThe Kiwi star on Hollywood, coming home and the struggle to play himself on screen. 01 Nov 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘The light went on for me’: First wahine Māori leads regional council'I always had visions myself of what should happen for our constituency.'01 Nov 05:00 PM
RacingStephen Marsh’s Swiss Prince stakes 2000 Guineas claim with Sarten winSwiss Prince’s Tauranga win tightened his 2000 Guineas odds from $14 to $4.50.01 Nov 07:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Creating chaos': Facebook bike stunt video lands Black Power gangster in courtThe rider was also involved in a fight between two chapters of Black Power. 01 Nov 01:02 AM
New Zealand'A good man can do bad things': Man killed neighbour who was always shouting and swearing'Being a good man didn't stop you from killing my brother.'31 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘It’s not just a fight; it’s a performance’: Tāme Iti’s story in his own wordsTāme Iti's life has been full of drama since he was born on the floor of a moving train.31 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandCause for shell-ebration: Tortoise oracle forecasts summer scorcherThe owner of the Rotorua reptile reckons she is 'better than MetService'.31 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Clown': Fleeing driver leaves vital clue after smashing through fenceA frustrated resident says he has had enough of boy racers.31 Oct 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Rewarding': School principal retires after 38-year career'As I step away, I know the school is in good hands.'31 Oct 03:39 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismAccor launches Tribe Auckland as Jo&Joe gets set for quick finishAccor’s 49th site, Jo&Joe Auckland, opens November 7 with 293 beds and a rooftop bar.31 Oct 02:20 AM
New Zealand'You'll feel our pride rising': Young kapa haka stars ready for national stageSixty-two schools from 17 regions will perform over five days in Tauranga.31 Oct 02:03 AM
New ZealandPolice say no foul play suspected in teacher's mysterious disappearanceBut Jayleb-Che Dean's family still believes people know more than they're telling.31 Oct 12:37 AM
New ZealandIconic Taupō Hole in One reopens after $1m upgradeThe redevelopment includes new covered bays, café and 'Ball Blaster'.31 Oct 12:23 AM
TalanoaCulture takes centre stage at Rotorua's day of song, kai and togethernessVisitors can enjoy food, artisan stalls and the Ola Fou wellbeing hub.30 Oct 11:11 PM
New Zealand'Truly iconic' Rotorua business wins NZ tourism's highest accoladeJudges said Te Puia created an experience that will 'stand the test of time'. 30 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandVapes and cigarettes targeted in robbery and ramraidA shopkeeper was struck with a hammer but managed to trigger a fog cannon.30 Oct 03:50 AM
New ZealandKmart Rotorua shoppers now paying bond for trolleysRotorua's Kmart is among the first in the country to have trolley deposits.29 Oct 10:22 PM
New ZealandChanging of the guard: 22 locals vying to manage $170m community fundVoting open to elect six new Rotorua Trust trustees, as long-time chairman steps down.29 Oct 08:26 PM
New ZealandMother’s warnings emerge before fatal Pahīatua assaultPolice are searching for Jeremy Robertson, last seen in the Rotorua area.29 Oct 06:15 PM
New ZealandSealed with a fist bump: Mayor promises 'high-performing' council at swearing-inRotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell, councillors and community boards begin the new triennium.29 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandOne ring to rule them all! Hollywood actor crashes Hobbiton weddingSharik and Jessica Burgess-Stride got married at Hobbiton on Monday.28 Oct 08:28 PM
