New ZealandPolice witnesses recall 'chaos' at gang funeralEvidence is being heard in the trial of 6 gang members in the High Court at Rotorua today.27 Jun 05:32 AM
New ZealandSlug gun fired into Rotorua classroomThe squad called yesterday afternoon found a group of youth with two slug guns.27 Jun 04:05 AM
New ZealandCar in water at Sulphur Point, RotoruaAmbulance crews were the first at the scene near Queen's Dr at 2pm.27 Jun 02:19 AM
New ZealandKayaker Scott Donaldson edges closer to New ZealandThe question still remains of where the kayaker will make landfall.27 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandTwo crashes, multiple injuries, an hour apart on SH5 RotoruaThe two crashes occurred near Fitzgerald Glade in between Rotorua and Tirau.26 Jun 10:52 PM
New ZealandSH5 closed at Fitzgerald Glade after crashAt least one person injured after three crashes on icy roads.26 Jun 10:13 PM
New ZealandMurupara man admits role in $20k jewellery theftsA Murupara man has admitted his role in snatch and grab jewellery thefts.26 Jun 02:43 AM
New ZealandTrial under way for shooting at gang funeralSenior Kawerau Mongrel Mob member Tahu Kingi's funeral cortège sparked an armed riot.26 Jun 02:08 AM
New ZealandMan admits his driving caused Aleshia McGrath's deathDaughter was 'not just a name' says mother in court for verdict in crash death.26 Jun 01:31 AM
New ZealandA dozen students physically restrained each dayMinistry of Education has logged 2058 incidents of physical restraint since last August.25 Jun 06:30 PM
New ZealandThieves target Rotorua education centresFacilities are being targeted by thieves and vandals for iPads, computers and electronics.25 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandTranstasman kayaker within 300km of New ZealandDonaldson is now 280km from Taranaki and 320km from Raglan.25 Jun 03:23 AM
New ZealandChemical spill under control at Kawerau millA chemical spill is now under control at the Oji Fibre Solutions Tasman Mill in Kawerau.25 Jun 03:14 AM
New ZealandHunter recovering after fall in forestWhangārei Rescue Helicopter had to be called in for tricky forest rescue.25 Jun 02:23 AM
New ZealandReporoa Lotto winner yet to cash in $166,667Lotto NZ also confirmed the ticket had not been claimed as of 11.30am on Monday.25 Jun 02:08 AM
New ZealandRotorua important to astrobiology researchConference gives opportunity to learn more about the possibility of life outside of Earth.24 Jun 09:27 PM
New ZealandWoman arrested and charged with Neville Butler's manslaughterA second person has been charged with Neville Butler's manslaughter.24 Jun 04:30 AM
PropertyHome & Lifestyle Show is back next monthThe Rotorua Home & Lifestyle Show returns from July 13 to 15.23 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandStrong sense of self built in early daysHaving a connection with children builds resilience to media spotlight, psychologist says.22 Jun 04:30 AM
New ZealandPolice release name of man who died at Polynesian SpaPolice can now release the name of the man who died at the Polynesian Spa.22 Jun 02:09 AM
New Zealand'Jacinda will be amazing', Rotorua mum and businesswoman saysMichelle Templer knows what it's like to go back to work only weeks after having a baby.22 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandTeacher at Jacinda Ardern's former primary school looks backDeborah Taylor was teaching at Galatea School when a then 5-year-old Ardern attended.21 Jun 11:39 PM
New ZealandGang member jailed for funeral confrontationSequel to a gang confrontation rolled out yesterday in the High Court in Tauranga.21 Jun 08:53 PM
New ZealandMan jailed 15 months for accessory to manslaughterTe Moana was sentenced on the charge of accessory to manslaughter after the fact.21 Jun 04:44 PM
New Zealand4.8 quake recorded in central North IslandThe quake has been felt by more than 1500 people in the North Island.21 Jun 05:21 AM
New ZealandPolice warning after 21 cars stolen in Rotorua in seven daysAdvice is to keep cars in driveways if possible or to use alarms or steering wheel locks.20 Jun 10:27 PM
New Zealand'Beyond courageous' Talei Morrison farewelled in RotoruaThe Smear Your Mea campaign founder has been farewelled by many.20 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds feel strong North Island quakeThe quake north-west of Rotorua was felt by hundreds of people.20 Jun 10:48 AM
New ZealandMan arrested following gang fight on Old Taupo RdA man will appear in the Rotorua District Court on July 2 after a gang fight on Monday.20 Jun 02:50 AM
EnvironmentEnviro group eradicate pests, rehoming battery hensPupils in the school's enviro club have rescued 10 former battery hens and trap rats.19 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies at Rotorua's Polynesian SpaEmergency services have been called to the Polynesian Spa in Rotorua.19 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandFather guilty of murdering his baby daughterDonovan Duff has been found guilty of murdering his baby daughter.19 Jun 06:29 PM
New ZealandJury retires in baby murder trial caseThe jury is now deliberating in the case of Donovan Duff on trial for his baby's murder.19 Jun 01:50 AM
