New ZealandKāinga Ora axes housing project, reveals new plansThe change is part of the agency scrapping hundreds of social houses.06 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandBid for inquiry into Ōhinemutu sewage spills failsA cracked pipe last month led to sewage spilling into a geothermal pond in Ruapeka Bay.05 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm proud of you': Sister's final message before fatal crashLily Arabin, 34, died in a car crash on the Tauranga Eastern Link on June 26.04 Jul 06:03 PM
New ZealandMan admits having $20k of stolen goods in mysterious arson caseWilliam Tidd tried to sell the stolen items hours after the incident.04 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Social dysfunction at its worst': Two people sentenced over Rotorua teen prostitution ringJudge says Clayton Fox was by far the most culpable in teen prostitution ring.04 Jul 01:08 AM
New ZealandFlooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recordedAll heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible. 03 Jul 10:55 PM
New ZealandMusic teacher's playwriting debut brings theatre 'whodunit' to lifeMatthew Sheard’s play The Beast of Burden debuts at Rotorua Little Theatre this month.03 Jul 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Heartbeat of the lake': Iconic paddleboat set for comebackDamon Hagaman bought and restored the dry-docked boat with help from local volunteers.03 Jul 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Bus drivers face daily fear of assault on the jobOPINION: In November, an Auckland driver whose ribs were fractured required hospital care.03 Jul 05:00 PM
CrimeNew Rotorua police beat team to tackle 'big' retail crime issuesThe team comprises five constables and one sergeant, patrolling on foot.03 Jul 07:03 AM
EntertainmentWatch: Smokefreerockquest and Showquest's finals around the motuThe latest highlights of talented up-and-coming musicians competing around the country.03 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings: BoP acts like 'scoop' for wild weatherA severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the region tonight.02 Jul 09:19 PM
New ZealandHeating or eating a tough call for some after rates rise, says councillorAnother councillor said his stance was 'disingenuous' after he backed additional funding.02 Jul 09:13 PM
New ZealandArmed police block Rotorua streetAn unmarked police car is blocking the entrance to John Rd.02 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandWet, wet, wet: Rain warning for BoP as more tropical weather loomsAn orange rain warning begins at 10am, lasting until 3am Friday.01 Jul 11:38 PM
New ZealandRoad reopens after person hit by truck Police were called to the scene around 6am today.01 Jul 11:24 PM
New ZealandWhy an outspoken leader is resigning and returning to RotoruaHaehaetu Barrett is leaving Lifewise after 15 years for a 'new adventure' at home.01 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua land once earmarked for bypass set for new developmentThe land was initially planned for the Rotorua Eastern Arterial.01 Jul 09:42 PM
RacingTrainer John Bell optimistic as Cleese resumes at Arawa ParkThe gelding returns to racing at Arawa Park on Wednesday after a nine-month break.01 Jul 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismNew heights: Skyline Enterprises' pre-tax profit doubles to $61mThe business' operations in Queenstown have reached new heights, but its casino is down.01 Jul 05:10 AM
New ZealandFresh weather warnings issued for BoP Up to 180mm of rain is expected in areas east of Whakatāne.30 Jun 11:29 PM
New Zealand'Where I needed to be': US high school the right move for Kiwi basketballerElijah Fonotia committed to Harford Community College to advance his basketball career.30 Jun 10:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s a big deal': Young gamers chase international esports gloryPrimary school Rocket League players qualify for major tournament finals in Australia.30 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandUK comedian Bill Bailey's new tour heads to NZHe'll perform in 13 centres, including Rotorua on November 21.30 Jun 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGiant-killers: Liston College's dramatic rise in Auckland 1A rugbyRotorua Boys' retained the Moascar Cup, defeating Napier 29-7 in wet conditions.30 Jun 02:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHigh-profile Tauranga retail site sold for $18.6m to local investorsThe site houses Noel Leeming, Animates, Elite Fitness, and Chemist Warehouse.30 Jun 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Bad advice': Hipkins reflects on Labour's Rotorua housing challengesHipkins said Labour's next campaign will focus on jobs, health, and homes.29 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerWhat’s the market mood at the midpoint?OPINON: It has been a big six months and there's plenty more to come.29 Jun 04:17 PM
New Zealand80,000 books: Library service reaches schools, rest homes and young offendersSome customers have been using the service for more than 20 years.28 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandIs it a toastie if it's shaped like a Jenga block?Filled with prawn, looking like sushi – an eatery thinks it's onto an NZ toastie winner.28 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandClaim councils 'bullied' into pursuing joint water services'Leave us alone': One councillor's message to the Government.27 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandRoads cut off, homes evacuated in the south as Auckland hit by thunderstormsSevere weather hits as school holidays begin, with evacuations in Marlborough. 27 Jun 08:24 AM
New Zealand'A win for Tarawera': Sewerage connection cost lowered to $36k per householdAn additional $4.685m has been committed to the scheme by the Government and two councils.27 Jun 07:39 AM
