New Zealand'I’ve been soaking-in everything': Indigenous youth on learning journeyAboriginal and First Nation youth are inspired by Māori leaders during a Rotorua exchange.31 Aug 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful, gentle soul': Rotorua acknowledges death of Kiingi TūheitiaA long-time friend shares his sadness at the news of the king's death.30 Aug 03:39 AM
New Zealand'Definitely not Bollywood': Old meets old for carnatic-jazz fusion show'Just like jazz is old, carnatic is old'30 Aug 01:58 AM
New ZealandConvicted rapist extradited from AustraliaLee Josey has appeared in the Rotorua District Court.30 Aug 12:19 AM
New ZealandParents thought 4yo had constipation - then she was diagnosed with leukaemia'You never wish it on your worst enemy, to feel so helpless'29 Aug 05:31 PM
New ZealandSerious injuries after vehicle crashes into power poleRoad at Hamurana, near Rotorua, blocked and live wires are down.28 Aug 11:56 PM
New Zealand'Tragic accident': Coroner rules child died after oven tipped on her'Dearly loved' girl’s death a reminder of need for constant adult supervision - Coroner.28 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBeauty pageant contestant appeals drug money laundering convictionsShe was this year crowned Miss Bay of Plenty in the Miss Rotorua beauty pageant.28 Aug 07:29 PM
KahuMāori concerned at the 'desecration' of wāhi tapu by sewage schemeLocal MP urges council to stop the works at Lake Rotokākahi.28 Aug 07:06 PM
New Zealand'The heart of Māoridom': Rotorua decides on Māori wardsAbout 60 people came to hear what the decision would be.28 Aug 07:03 AM
New ZealandJaw-dropping moment as high school student nails the voice of Frankie ValliIf you haven't been to Jersey Boys yet, get your tickets now.27 Aug 07:50 PM
New Zealand'On the world stage': Rotorua group joins PM's delegationThe experienced cultural group will perform four times during a week-long visit.27 Aug 05:03 PM
New Zealand'Thank you all for caring': Community rallies for fire victimsA woman and children who lost everything in a fire last week are now in emergency housing.26 Aug 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We’re not suddenly okay with it. We are tired'Rotorua sees big drop in public submissions on continued contracted emergency housing.26 Aug 05:03 PM
New Zealand'Another Ihumātao': 100 attend hīkoi against sewerage pipelineA group leader believes so long as iwi are on their land, work nearby cannot begin.26 Aug 04:49 AM
PremiumPremiumInterest ratesRate cut sparks biggest rally in NZ shares in two yearsOPINION: Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, potentially boosting market performance.25 Aug 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We're almost there': The final push to hit 2025 smokefree goalThe minister says vapes have been instrumental in achieving smoking cessation targets.24 Aug 07:02 PM
New Zealand'Freaking out': Toddler found near state highway after escaping from daycare'We sincerely regret the distress this incident has caused,' the centre says.23 Aug 05:05 PM
New ZealandNZ's 'most serious' child porn bust: Man with 800 hours of material jailed'This is so, so, serious ... It just strikes at the values of a civil society.'23 Aug 08:05 AM
New Zealand'Horrific mistake': Female teacher caught kissing a young girlA friendship between Erin Jarmey and the child turned into an inappropriate relationship.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Get ready to get back up': Job ads riseJobs ads are picking up in the Bay of Plenty more than anywhere else in the country.22 Aug 04:55 PM
New ZealandTop dogs: Hard-working BoP hounds one paw closer to gloryNearly 400 dogs nationwide were nominated for this year’s contest.22 Aug 03:31 AM
New ZealandFlights resume after volcanic cloud billows from Whakaari/White IslandA column of ash has grown considerably in the air above Whakaari.22 Aug 01:57 AM
New Zealand'Everything gone in flames': Volunteer and solo mum of three left with nothingA community volunteer and mother with three children has lost everything in a house fire.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandGo-ahead given for 202 new homes in RotoruaApproval has been given to build 202 homes at Ngongotahā, for starters.21 Aug 06:57 AM
New Zealand'Stuff off you pathetic little troll': Nicola Willis hits back at abuse, threatsThere is fear a normalised 'toxic environment' will impact female representation.21 Aug 06:19 AM
New ZealandStudents set to bring Jersey Boys production to light'The talent and dedication of our students have truly brought Jersey Boys to life.'20 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandCrews called to 'well involved' Koutu house fireCrews were called just before 6pm.20 Aug 09:19 PM
New Zealand'Punitive': Congestion fees would punish struggling families - councillorA Rotorua councillor says the solution to traffic gridlock is something else entirely.20 Aug 07:04 PM
LifestyleIt's official - this tiny town makes the best toasties in NZThe region has secured the hotly contested Great NZ Toastie Takeover competition (again).20 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I have survived. I can give others hope'Daffodil Day: How a cancer survivor found a new purpose after pain and loss.20 Aug 04:01 AM
New ZealandDigger operator deaths: Forestry industry issued with fatality alertTwo digger operators died at work within 10 days in July.20 Aug 01:54 AM
New ZealandSH2 slip: Road likely to stay closed until FridayPōhutukawa trees above the slip face had been removed.19 Aug 09:29 PM
New Zealand'Locked out': Pipeline protestors met with cameras, fencingA protestor says they are occupying their own land and have no plans to stop.19 Aug 08:42 PM
