New ZealandMan jailed for firing shotgun near playgroundCody James Fane fired a sawn-off rifle at a rival gang member in Kuirau Park.29 Sep 01:58 AM
New ZealandCouple stoned on synthetic cannabis as police took baby awayThe couple were high on synthetic cannabis in public while caring for the child.28 Sep 09:35 AM
New ZealandLack of employment records see Rotorua's Lovely India restaurant fined $10kThe owners of the Lovely India restaurant showed their not-so-lovely side to officials.28 Sep 12:43 AM
AirlinesRotorua Airport getting $4.4m upgradeIncluding new security, earthquake strengthening and a redesign of airport terminals.27 Sep 10:17 PM
New ZealandBuses back on 'unsafe' Rotorua route after peace talksBus services return after a commitment by all sides, including gang representatives.27 Sep 10:16 PM
RacingMum's bedside vigil as jockey battles head injury after horrific spillPrognosis looks bright for injured Whanganui jockey Sarah Macnab27 Sep 05:05 AM
New ZealandWoman who died in scooter crash namedThe woman was Francisca Maria Hawkes-Buchanan from Rotorua.27 Sep 04:29 AM
KahuAerial drops of 1080 opposed by those living nearbyResidents say they understand that the science. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Sep 04:00 AM
VideoLocal Focus: Aerial 1080 drops opposed in MamakuResidents say they understand that the science. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch27 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandFormer meth addict: P is 'the devil'Rahera Wild was addicted to meth for 16 years. Now she's been clean for almost three.26 Sep 11:11 PM
New ZealandTime running out for $10k winning Lotto ticketA Rotorua Lotto ticket worth $10,000 is the only unclaimed ticket in the Bay of Plenty.26 Sep 10:50 PM
New ZealandFatal scooter crash intersection was unsafe, witness saysFatal scooter crash was at an intersection a witness says is unsafe.26 Sep 05:46 PM
RacingJockey's fall: 'I might not walk again'Vance was left with smashed teeth, two punctured lungs and five fractures in her spine.26 Sep 07:08 AM
New ZealandWhānau asked to vote for settlement processWhakatōhea welcomes Waitangi Tribunal recommendation asking for iwi to vote.25 Sep 10:28 PM
New ZealandMurdered man's father: Get tougher on gangsRetired police officer Graham Bell and Rendall Jack say police are too soft on gangs.25 Sep 09:03 PM
New ZealandBurns victim has long road aheadA Whakatane man suffers serious burns after going back into a burning house.25 Sep 08:44 PM
New ZealandScooter driver dies after crash with carPolice serious crash unit investigating circumstances of fatal Rotorua scooter crash.25 Sep 08:35 PM
BusinessLogging company fined $100K over worker injuryThe worker was seriously injured after he was hit by a rolling log.25 Sep 05:40 AM
New ZealandDrifting, a new Kiwi activity for thrill-seeking touristsDrift tourism launched at NZ Chinese Travel and Tourism Association event.25 Sep 05:24 AM
New ZealandCar crashes outside Ford Rd Four Square after chaseA car has crashed outside the Four Square on Ford Rd.25 Sep 03:43 AM
New Zealand'Nobody cared at all': Woman forced to give birth alone to stillborn child speaksThe woman, who had no medical help, is still suffering from PTSD six months on.24 Sep 09:06 PM
New ZealandGang members told men to dig up bodyThree men have admitted attempting to dig up a body - an order by gang members24 Sep 08:22 PM
New Zealand$27.4m announced for Rotorua Lakefront and forestThe funding has come from the Government's Provincial Growth Fund.24 Sep 08:00 PM
KahuNats: Winston Peters must reveal who invited him to Wally Haumaha celebrationActing PM says National invited him to top cop's promotion. Not us, say Nats.24 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandAssaulted bus drivers and gang chants reason for Fordlands bus suspensionOne bus driver is calling for a "peace settlement" residents and the public buses.24 Sep 01:26 AM
New ZealandFirefighter retires after 50 years' serviceColin Rolfe has received his 50-year service medal and retired in the same week.23 Sep 10:34 PM
New ZealandJudge denounces 'plague of gang violence', jails man for axe attackPlague of gang violence must stop or there will be more tragedies, judge says.21 Sep 05:58 AM
New ZealandRotorua rescue helicopter sold amid service shake-up'I imagine the people of Rotorua will be very, very angry and they should be.'20 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua man sentenced for careless driving causing deathBenjamin William Richardson was sentenced for careless driving causing death.20 Sep 10:45 PM
BusinessNZME overtakes MediaWorks to claim Auckland radio crownThe latest survey is a "game changer" says NZME exec.20 Sep 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful koro' remembered by close friendNikora Nathan Apirana, 50, was farewelled yesterday after a fatal crash last weekend.19 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandRose Murfitt: The face of cochlea implantsRotorua's Rose Murfitt is thriving after a battle for publicly funded hearing implants.18 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandTruck driver predicts more crashesThere have been seven truck crashes on roads around the Bay of Plenty so far this month.18 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandTaupo toddler remains critical after medical mishapThe toddler remains in a critical condition due to a medical event at its Taupo home.18 Sep 03:11 AM
