New ZealandHunting death: Minginui man denies manslaughter chargeMark Jefferson, 46, pleaded not guilty to manslaughter in the High Court at Rotorua.01 May 10:02 PM
New ZealandGreen Party proposes $8b strategy to create 40k jobs"We can take control of our economy."01 May 09:40 PM
Politics'Growing harm': Hospital discharges linked to meth use skyrocketIt comes after wastewater testing revealed a doubling of meth use last year. 01 May 08:00 PM
New Zealand1200 delegates, 16,000 meetings, $3m spend: City 'buzzing' for TRENZNew Zealand’s largest international tourism business event begins in Rotorua on Tuesday.01 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandGirl's fear after hiding during armed store robberyPolice have so far referred one teen to the youth court.01 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandSexual health clinics cut as specialist retires, leaving one leftThe specialist said 'delays in advertising' meant his colleague hadn't been replaced.01 May 05:21 AM
New Zealand'Electric atmosphere': New finish line for Rotorua MarathonSeveral event including return of Marae to Marae relay. 01 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Political bias': Rotorua debates LGNZ membership valueThe annual subscription for 2025/26 will be $93,458, up about $8000 on the prior year.01 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandTwo 12-year-olds referred to Youth Aid over tyre-slashing spreeTyres were stabbed on several vehicles in the Rotorua CBD. 30 Apr 10:55 PM
New Zealand'Favourite place on Earth': Hollywood star Jason Momoa makes moves in Queenstown Aquaman actor has bought into a bar and is reportedly looking for a house. 30 Apr 08:01 PM
New ZealandRotorua to host 'epic' rugby test match in SeptemberRotorua is Samoa's 'home ground away from home'.30 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandTrio deny murdering man found dead on a Kawerau doorstepOne of the three can be named after suppression lapsed. 30 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandTwo people charged with arson after Hamilton fireA man, 46, and woman, 39, are due to appear in court next week.30 Apr 06:01 AM
New ZealandOxford honours pioneering Māori scholar with posthumous degreeHer family and iwi say they are grateful for the tribute to her memory.30 Apr 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Forced to hide': Child caught in Rotorua store robbery dramaPolice are appealing for information about the aggravated robbery.30 Apr 04:18 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, thunderstorms for BoP, warnings after rockfallThunderstorms are possible this morning, with heavy rain expected.29 Apr 11:45 PM
New Zealand'They've taken my soul': Burglary strips man of father's WWII medals, heirlooms Coppell urged the thieves to return his belongings anonymously if needed.29 Apr 11:34 PM
New ZealandDoctors' strike: Appointments postponed, some clinics to closeMore than 5000 senior doctors are striking, including 206 in Tauranga and 100 in Rotorua.29 Apr 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrageThe council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.29 Apr 09:01 PM
New Zealand'Stretched' health system 'getting quietly worse' - striking anaesthetistHe says he works 'well in excess' of his contract and the hospital faces staff shortages.29 Apr 08:50 PM
New ZealandTyre slashing spree: CCTV footage shows two girls, knifeAnd English tourist pair whose tyres were slashed say they'll still come back to Rotorua.29 Apr 05:30 AM
New ZealandSerious injuries: Helicopter sent to two-vehicle crash near TaupōThe crash happened just before midday on State Highway 32.29 Apr 12:49 AM
New ZealandTeen swimmer breaks Danyon Loader's 33-year record He qualified for five events at the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania.29 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandRugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac DayThe rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandMotorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-RotoruaA widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.28 Apr 07:43 PM
New Zealand'A spiritual moment': Matariki drone show set for mesmerising returnThe Matariki drone show will feature hundreds of drones this June.28 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Deeply distressing': Tyre slashing spree hits CBDMore than 10 vehicles were hit, with most having all four tyres stabbed.28 Apr 03:03 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV wrap: Tauranga Boys' dish out a Grammar lesson in historic winThe win marks Tauranga's largest margin in their rivalry's history.28 Apr 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Extremely concerning': Liquor stores caught selling booze to minorsFive liquor stores in and around Tauranga have been caught selling booze to minors.27 Apr 08:58 PM
New Zealand'Changed forever': Trainee machine operator's fingers severed in horror workplace accidentEveryday tasks such as showering and writing 'now require patience and adaptation'.27 Apr 06:57 PM
New ZealandFatal Anzac Day crash: Second injured person stable, inquiries ongoingPolice seek witnesses and dashcam footage from the area.27 Apr 06:44 PM
New Zealand'Serious condition': One person hospitalised after Blockhouse Bay assaultA scene guard was in place today.27 Apr 04:25 AM
New Zealand'I’ll just keep going': 76yo school bus driver to mark 40 marathonsTe Arohanui Hira says it is 'the people' who keep him coming back each year.26 Apr 05:00 PM
Sport'Beautiful ride': Val Di Zoldo shines in Gr.2 Travis Stakes winVal Di Zoldo won the Gr.2 Travis Stakes at Te Rapa, earning redemption.26 Apr 05:00 PM
