New ZealandTwelve dead on NZ roads in four daysNew Zealand's roads have recorded a grizzly amount of fatalities in just four days.13 Mar 07:52 AM
New ZealandHe lit a fire to kill his ex. He and his baby died as wellA triple fatal fire near Taupo was at the hands of the man who died in the blaze.13 Mar 06:39 AM
New ZealandPolice appeal for information after gunpoint robberyThe men allegedly pointed a gun at a woman in her car, forcing her to get out.13 Mar 04:27 AM
New ZealandStop-go killer appeals convictionSome evidence should never have gone before the jury, Quinton Winders' lawyer says.13 Mar 01:27 AM
New ZealandPolice name people killed in SH5 and Whakapapa crashesPolice have released the names of a woman killed on SH5 and two killed near Whakapapa.13 Mar 01:24 AM
New ZealandMan charged with dangerous driving on run for two monthsA man has been on the run for two months following a crash on Clayton Rd.12 Mar 09:09 PM
CrimePolice Notebook: Drivers caught at over 150km/hThe following incidents were reported to police during the past week.12 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandNew health warnings issued for lakesA health warning has been issued for Lake Ohakuri and Lake Maraetai.12 Mar 06:40 PM
EducationOpinion: Investment into Rotorua schools welcomedOpinion: It's fabulous to see money being invested into upgrading Rotorua schools.12 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandWoman dies following crash on State Highway 5 north of RotoruaOne person has died following a crash on State Highway 5 near Rotorua.12 Mar 03:45 AM
New ZealandMan killed in car and campervan crashA serious crash on State Highway 5 has blocked both lanes.12 Mar 03:00 AM
BusinessKmart Rotorua to open doors on FridayRotorua residents can expect a big day when Kmart opens its doors on Friday11 Mar 08:07 PM
New ZealandRotorua family mourn loss of 'golden boy'A Rotorua family are devastated after the loss of a son, brother, husband and father.09 Mar 04:12 AM
New ZealandFallen branch knocks out ute window, closes streetMan 'lucky' after large tree branch falls, striking ute and closing Rotorua street.09 Mar 01:21 AM
New ZealandMan dies in Rotorua public toiletWoman found unconscious man in toilet cubicle.08 Mar 10:14 PM
New ZealandCoach who assaulted teens back at schoolSchool says Ngarimu Simpkins in same role as before but he shares it with a second person.08 Mar 05:38 PM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured in crash in TapapaTwo people are seriously injured after a crash between a car and truck in Tapapa.08 Mar 06:39 AM
New ZealandMan at Hume Pine hospitalised with moderate injuriesThe man was taken to hospital by ambulance with moderate injuries.08 Mar 04:03 AM
New ZealandFree fees: Student numbers jump in Waikato, Napier and Nelson but flat overallOnly two polytechnics report significantly more students this year despite free fees.08 Mar 01:49 AM
New ZealandNew Red Stag plant to create 40 jobs in Rotorua regionCross Laminated Timber plant to be built at Red Stag Mill site at Waipa, Rotorua.07 Mar 11:40 PM
New ZealandLittlies escape childcare centre on trikesAn investigation has begun after three 4-year-olds escaped a childcare centre.07 Mar 06:05 AM
New ZealandJudge tells teen to 'get off his butt'Rotorua district court judge tells teen he'll be watching for the moment he gets lazy.07 Mar 01:55 AM
New Zealand$78,000 in fines for failed tyre recycling ventureThe defendants have until April 30 to remove the remaining tyres from the Kawerau site.07 Mar 01:29 AM
New ZealandTruck driver charged over death of motorcyclistOther charges include making false statement in logbook, failing to have 10 hours' rest.06 Mar 10:43 PM
New ZealandInside the curious world of a New Zealand charter schoolParents say charter schools picked up children excluded from other schools.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeacher's body brought onto maraeMourners gather to welcome beloved mother and teacher Louise Jones onto marae.06 Mar 06:22 AM
New ZealandPool staff decline invitation to meet with councilRelations between the council and aquatic centre staff have stumbled.06 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandArrest after machete incident at Rotorua intersectionMotorists report a man with a machete at a busy Rotorua intersection.06 Mar 12:50 AM
New ZealandStop-go murder: Quinton Winders to appeal conviction and sentenceAn appeal will be heard next week relating to the death of road worker George Taiaroa.05 Mar 11:05 PM
New ZealandOutpouring of grief for teacher after sudden deathLouise Jones called in sick on Monday morning, now staff and students are in mourning.05 Mar 07:55 PM
CrimeRotorua police make 'substantial' drug bustRotorua police fear a week of rising domestic violence.05 Mar 03:20 AM
New ZealandSH30 near Benneydale down to one lane after crashDrivers warned to allow extra time when travelling on State Highway 30 near Benneydale.04 Mar 10:39 PM
New ZealandNo arrests five months after suspicious deathPolice say they are still gathering evidence surrounding the death of Neville Butler.04 Mar 07:55 PM
SportUpdate: Bozzone leads off the bike in TaupoNew Zealand's Terenzo Bozzone leads Ironman New Zealand with just the run to go.03 Mar 12:13 AM
