New ZealandDrought declared in key NZ farming regions, Govt offers supportThe government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.07 Mar 12:54 AM
New ZealandHot, dry conditions tip Northland into droughtBig dry gives Northland its eighth drought in past two decades07 Mar 12:52 AM
New ZealandRotorua personalities get their kicks from a good causeThe event raises money for food parcels and services for people in need.06 Mar 08:49 PM
New ZealandShould the night market move? And who should pay more for the new sewerage scheme?What the council wants public feedback on this year.06 Mar 04:01 PM
New Zealand‘Anxious as s***’: Businessman guilty of money laundering linked to $2m scamThe victims thought they were investing in high interest bonds but lost nearly $1m each. 06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Great NZ: Family Court pioneer and legal giant dies at 89Sir Peter Trapski 'wrote the book' on family law in NZ.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNews in brief: New public transport fare systemRotorua news snippets: Māori circus theatre, new bus fare system, new regional flights.06 Mar 03:50 PM
New Zealand‘You’re a god and nothing can stop you': The rush of CrankworxElite mountain bikers descend on Rotorua for 2025 event.06 Mar 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: The truth behind the ‘best 10 days’ myth in investingAvoiding the worst 10 days would grow $10,000 to nearly $550,000.06 Mar 01:01 AM
New ZealandTe Ngae Rd works expected to cause delaysPlan ahead for temporary closures, NZTA says.05 Mar 08:29 PM
New Zealand‘Full strength’: Local rider triumphs in thrilling Crankworx openerAustralia’s Ryan Gilchrist clinched the men’s race, repeating last year’s victory.05 Mar 07:48 PM
New Zealand‘More than happy’: Couple’s $29k bid wins French river cruise at auctionThe auction raised funds for Ronald McDonald Family Retreats in Rotorua.05 Mar 05:13 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careKiwi food tech firm expands reach with major Australian aged care dealThe Pure Food Co will supply up to 50,000 meals monthly to Regis Aged Care.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrankworx Rotorua: Riders to watchRotorua’s Lachie Stevens-McNab, Tuhoto-Ariki Pene and Jenna Hastings among stacked field.05 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘Game changer’: $1m funding boost for Rotorua youth mental healthRotorua's youth centre has been given a funding boost that will benefit 560 young locals.05 Mar 02:48 AM
New ZealandTeen gang shooter avoids jail due to ‘worst’ childhood judge has seenThe teen fired five shots at rival gang utes in Rotorua.04 Mar 10:27 PM
New ZealandThunder on track: Motorsport park plannedDetails of a new motorsport and driver training facility have been revealed.04 Mar 10:20 PM
New Zealand600 athletes, 300 crew: Crankworx kicks off in RotoruaThe festival returns to Rotorua for the 11th year. 04 Mar 08:51 PM
New Zealand‘Legend’: ‘Bloody good cop’ who targeted gangs diesDennis Murphy was known for his dedication to catching gang members and drug dealers.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Poetry in motion’: Te Arawa makes ‘history’ at Te MatatiniFour Te Arawa kapa haka groups placed in the finalist round at Te Matatini 2025.04 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandIt's a boy! New baby kiwi for Te PuiaThe chick has been named Manawa and can be viewed in an enclosure.02 Mar 11:26 PM
KahuOver 21 million people engaged with the Te Matatini 2025 festival onlineWhy Te Matatini 2025 was a landmark event for kapa haka enthusiasts 02 Mar 07:15 PM
New Zealand‘Bulletproof’: Why more Kiwi men die in the waterWith the lowest number of drownings since 2018, males accounted for most fatalities.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice reveal possible new sightings of missing man whose burned-out car was found in JanuaryPolice are searching for Travis Langford, missing since January 17.02 Mar 03:09 AM
New ZealandHe shoved his partner. He realised he needed help. His next steps changed his life.A husband shares why he self-referred to a domestic violence program last Christmas.01 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandTowards a digital future for Māori: Cash boost for tech academyThe grant will help to provide 300 students with upgraded gaming PCs.28 Feb 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘We’ve had no one apply’: Teacher shortage hits regionThe Bay could be short of 180 primary school teachers in 2025, according to projections.28 Feb 06:15 PM
New ZealandHow the Love Grace Handbag Appeal can make a difference in RotoruaMurdered tourist Grace Millane's memory is being honoured through a Women's Refuge appeal.28 Feb 04:07 AM
New ZealandUrgent hearing: Judge orders halt to Tarawera pipeline worksHe's troubled by both the council and the group opposed to the works.28 Feb 02:13 AM
New ZealandShould new booze shops be allowed in Rotorua?The proposals include a three-year freeze on new off-licence approvals.27 Feb 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘High operating costs’: Toi Ohomai to close campus, move coursesAffected courses include wood manufacturing, saw doctoring, and forest management.27 Feb 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Creating capacity’: New private surgical facility anchors $80m developmentPioneering surgeon-led facility will create 100 jobs and is part of a $80m development.27 Feb 08:09 PM
New ZealandAward boosts cycling-mad city’s major event prowessBMX Rotorua has put the city on the BMX world map.27 Feb 04:30 PM
New Zealand‘Undervalued’ social workers strike: ‘Who’s going to look after the kids?’Seven week-strike planned after union says Oranga Tamariki offered members 0% pay rise.27 Feb 02:43 AM
