New ZealandViolence charges dropped for well-known man after restorative huiJudge John Bergseng granted the man permanent name suppression.03 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandTrail biker admits dangerous riding after being caught on CCTVA 20-year-old has been arrested and charged.03 Sep 12:02 AM
New ZealandVictim's family 'broken and enraged': Truck driver sentenced after fatal crashTe Aorangi Hohepa, 85, died from her injuries after nine days in hospital.02 Sep 06:14 PM
New ZealandFour more charged in relation to alleged murder of 20yo in RotoruaIt comes after 12 were charged with murdering Zain Taikato Fox.02 Sep 03:17 AM
New ZealandRotorua hosts adaptive triathlon for young people with disabilitiesParticipants will have adapted distances and equipment support.02 Sep 02:01 AM
New ZealandName suppression continues for man accused of drug driving causing toddler's deathThe man pleaded not guilty to drugged driving causing the death of Sakura Hall.02 Sep 12:02 AM
TravelNZ's top hiking trails: Expert reveals best walks across the countryFrom Te Paki, Northland to Punakaiki, West Coast, here are some all-weather hikes to try. 01 Sep 06:39 PM
RugbyOn The Up: 'All are cousins' as Pacific ties celebrated, Rotorua welcomes teamsMāori, Samoan and Fijian communities gathered in Ōhinemutu ahead of this weekend's match.01 Sep 06:01 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'Our greatest strength': Rotorua Boys' High School collect a fifth national titleRotorua's win marked their fifth national First XV championship victory.01 Sep 02:49 AM
New Zealand'Rabbit plague': Brazen bunnies overrun property, causing pest control confusionWho is ultimately responsible for pest control in the region?31 Aug 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Tech's sharemarket dominance raises awkward questionsOPINION: Three companies rival entire swathes of industries that employ millions.31 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice round up BoP anti-social road users The police's Eagle helicopter helped monitor the anti-social road behaviour.31 Aug 03:50 AM
New Zealand'Efficient and sustainable': $220m expansion at geothermal station '90%' completeAnnual output would power 158,000 homes, exceeding Christchurch’s residential total.30 Aug 10:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouple halt plan to reopen bar after clash with councilThey claim an inspector took an 'intimidatory' approach, despite their good records.30 Aug 09:48 PM
New ZealandTeen charged with murder of Rotorua kapa haka performerThe incident occurred at a Trigg Ave house in Rotorua on August 20.29 Aug 06:22 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV rugby Top Four finalists decidedFeilding and Rotorua will meet in Sunday's final29 Aug 06:13 AM
New ZealandMayoral candidates go head-to-head: How the audience ranked themThe three candidates who took part in the forum are all on the current council.29 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Truly shocked': Mayor criticises Hobson's Pledge for using her imageTania Tapsell says the group used her image and quotes without permission.29 Aug 04:17 AM
New Zealand‘Hard week’: Sinkhole shuts main road into Rotorua tourist attractionAn alternate walkway will open tomorrow to welcome visitors back.29 Aug 03:36 AM
New ZealandSinkhole shuts main road into Rotorua tourist attractionsThe "large hole" has cut off vehicle and pedestrian access to popular Rotorua attractions. Video / Aukaha NewsWatch29 Aug 03:10 AM
New ZealandSchools across NZ receive mass 'bomb threat' emailQueenstown Primary School's deputy principal says the threat was issued this morning.29 Aug 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Sugar hit’ of economic activity: Aims Games ready to kick off in the BayOver 25,000 visitors are expected in Tauranga for the tournament. 28 Aug 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Tragic and unforeseen': Couple's fatal plunge likely caused by medical event – coronerTheir car went over an embankment into Lake Rotomā, near Rotorua, in the winter of 2020.28 Aug 07:09 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can AI win the trust battle?OPINION: The benefits of AI are numerous ... but caution is warranted.28 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Party hard': The legend and legacy of NZ's Jolliest netball tournamentsThe Kurangaituku Netball Tournament in Rotorua celebrates its 90th anniversary this year.28 Aug 02:00 AM
New Zealand'We got your Queen back guys': Lakeland Queen paddles again The boat had been dry-docked since October 2021 due to the pandemic.28 Aug 12:29 AM
New Zealand'Life is short': How a mountain biking accident led her to quit her dream job to sell 'towelies''We've hustled ... but it’s bloody cool and I wouldn't trade it for anything.'27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew rules take aim at abandoned shopping trolleysRotorua Lakes Council debated who should foot the bill for collecting errant trollies.27 Aug 05:23 AM
New ZealandWitness lashes out in Mongrel Mob president's murder trial: 'I don’t want to be here'Henry Mau'u swore in court, refusing to answer questions.27 Aug 04:32 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLakeland Queen's booze application uncovers consent glitchThe council is contacting affected businesses to address consenting issues.27 Aug 12:20 AM
New Zealand $200k spent outsourcing scans and X-rays in Lakes, 1902 on waitlistThe union says it is 'impossible' to provide timely services as demand surges.26 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandMotel killing: Mongrel Mob president's trial beginsRyan Woodford was shot in front of his partner and children in Taupō.26 Aug 06:44 AM
New Zealand'Stoked': Aronui Indigenous Arts Festival returns to RotoruaThe festival will feature live music, contemporary dance, performance art, and solo works.26 Aug 03:31 AM
