New ZealandUpdate: Large fire at Okere Falls (+pics&video)A large fire visible from around Rotorua is a controlled burn-off, police say.23 Nov 12:08 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Rotorua Scientists make fuel out of sawdustScientists at the Scion Research Institute in Rotorua have developed a way to use sawdust to produce biofuel for the transportation sector. Made with funding from NZ On Air.22 Nov 11:58 PM
New ZealandNew licences for 'high risk' dogs (+video)Rotorua will be one of the first in New Zealand to roll out a new neutering programme that aims to reduce attacks by menacing dogs 22 Nov 09:09 PM
EnvironmentWatch NZH Local Focus: Rotorua Scientists make fuel out of sawdustScientists at the Scion Research Institute in Rotorua have developed a way to use sawdust to produce biofuel for the transportation sector. Made with funding from NZ On AirWatch22 Nov 09:03 PM
EducationRotorua educator steps down from national bodyJohn Paul College principal Patrick Walsh is standing down from the Secondary Principals' Association of New Zealand after 10 years22 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandRise in whooping cough casesBy Rebecca Malcolmrebecca.malcolm@dailypost.co.nz A whooping cough outbreak has hit Rotorua - with more than 30 cases recorded so 22 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandHumble hero saves child's lifeCircle_see_more_DP.epsHUMBLE HERO: Rawiri Pakinga, 25, gave his bone marrow to save the life of a child he has never meet. PHOTO/STEPHEN 22 Nov 05:00 PM
BusinessConfidence up in Rotorua's industrial sectorBusiness confidence in Rotorua's industrial sector appears to be on the rise, with the lowest level of vacant industrial buildings 21 Nov 09:05 PM
New ZealandReporoa Squash Club members save player's lifeTEAM WORK: Treena Braithwaite (left) and Bruce Vermeulen say it was a team effort that saved a player's life. PHOTO/STEPHEN PARKER 21 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMuseum closed to assess cracksCLOSED: The Rotorua Museum remains closed after new earthquake damage was found last week. PHOTO/FILE A_23115sp1.JPG Engineers are 21 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services at Waiotapu crashEmergency services are at the scene of a one car crash at the intersection of Waikite Valley Rd and SH5, south of Rotorua.21 Nov 07:30 AM
New ZealandHead Hunter trial: Police give evidenceCCTV footage places kidnapping accused at service station.21 Nov 06:14 AM
New ZealandMuseum events moved after closureRotorua Museum remains closed due to earthquake damage - with several events due to be held there week moved to other venues. Some 20 Nov 10:44 PM
New ZealandElection petition withdrawn from courtFailed mayoral candidate Reynold Macpherson has dropped his legal challenge contesting October's mayoral election. But one former 20 Nov 09:37 PM
New ZealandFour new faces on Rotorua Energy Charitable TrustThe Rotorua community has voted for change, electing four new trustees to join the re-elected two to serve on the Rotorua Energy Charitable 20 Nov 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful man' Mita Mohi diesTe Arawa kaumatua Mita Mohi was a man who used his culture and mana to change the troubled lives of others. The gentle leader who 20 Nov 07:32 AM
New ZealandObama keen on Rotorua visitOutgoing US President Barack Obama has said he would like to visit Rotorua after an invite from Rotorua MP Todd McClay during a conversation at APEC.20 Nov 12:40 AM
New ZealandPride protest outside Tamaki's sermonLove for all was the message being sent to Brian Tamaki by a group of peaceful protesters outside his Rotorua sermon this morning.19 Nov 08:02 PM
CrimeFive arrests after alleged burglaryFive men have been arrested after an alleged home invasion in Rotorua this afternoon.19 Nov 06:34 AM
New ZealandTamakis strike back in charity rowHannah Tamaki is urging people to donate to a charity drive set up to protest against her husband - boasting that Bishop Brian will enjoy a slice of the cash.19 Nov 01:17 AM
New ZealandBoy suffers suspected head injuries in accidentA 17-year old has suspected head injuries after a motorbike accident in Ruatahuna.18 Nov 02:48 AM
New ZealandEarthquake: Rotorua Museum closed after cracks foundRotorua Museum has been closed as a precautionary measure following the appearance of cracks in part of the building after this week's 18 Nov 12:15 AM
New ZealandTourism firms aid Kaikoura colleagues (+video)KASH4KAIKOURA: Peterpan's Chloe Carter and Zorb's Haydn Marriner are raising funds to support tourism operations in Kaikoura. PHOTO/STEPHEN 17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice officer 'tooled up' after spotting stolen car, court hearsA police officer has described how he and a colleague "tooled up" after he learned a car he'd followed had been stolen and firearms 17 Nov 05:07 AM
New ZealandBallots drawn for Lions testsFans will start finding out tomorrow if they've secured the opportunity to buy test match tickets for the British & Irish Lions tour 17 Nov 02:07 AM
New ZealandBB gun responsible for school lockdownA Rotorua primary school is in lockdown with armed police combing the grounds.16 Nov 11:31 PM
New ZealandRotorua workers feel unsafe in the CBDWorkers in the Rotorua CBD say they don't feel safe when arriving at or leaving work - with one saying there needs to be more lighting 16 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandUpdate: Macpherson gets day in court for election challenge (+video)PARTIES: Dr Reynold Macpherson (left), watched by Rotorua Lakes Council chief executive Geoff Williams in the public gallery. PHOTO/STEPHEN 16 Nov 06:30 PM
New ZealandSoaring injuries trigger professional forest bike patrol (+video)Mountain_Biking_ACC_Claims.eps TO THE RESCUE: Rotorua Mountain Bike Club committee members Barbara Jenks, Mathew Hunt and Erin Eggleston 16 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandNia Glassie's mum to stay behind barsThe mother of murdered toddler Nia Glassie was caught living with five young children - despite strict parole conditions that banned her from doing so.16 Nov 03:50 AM
New ZealandLizzie Marvelly to run for Labour?Labour leader Andrew Little says musician Lizzie Marvelly would be "welcome" to run for Labour at the next election.16 Nov 02:04 AM
New ZealandBOP road reopened after slipUPDATE: State Highway 35 has reopened between Maraenui and Omaio, following an earlier slip on the western side of the Motu Bridge. Contractors 15 Nov 11:10 PM
New ZealandThree crashes in an hourUPDATE: One person has been taken to Rotorua Hospital after a crash at the intersection of Sunset and Old Taupo Rds. A police spokeswoman 15 Nov 10:42 PM
Banking and financePaywave cards targeted by young thievesChildren as young as 12 are targeting contactless credit and debit cards in Rotorua.15 Nov 07:50 PM
