New Zealand'Upset and distressed': Abortion protests banned around hospital"They also felt judged by seeing protesters and their placards."12 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Premium Debate: Roadworkers shot at, abused, threatened amid delaysOPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.12 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandMan found critically injured: Police seek witnessesOfficers found the man at an address on Old Taupo Rd about 5pm.12 Oct 02:05 AM
New ZealandOld Taupō Rd bridge re-opensThe closure has caused congestion for almost three weeks.11 Oct 10:34 PM
New ZealandCritically injured man found at Rotorua addressEmergency services were called to the scene.11 Oct 07:17 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Won't give up': How mum landed 'dream' role despite never having a job as an adult'If I didn’t believe, everyone at the foundation believed in me to make it happen'.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTe Pāti Māori candidate for Waiariki electorate, Rawiri WaititiIt’s been an honour to serve our people ... I would like that privilege again.'10 Oct 11:04 PM
New Zealand'Huge loss': Spring celebration planned in nature-lover's memory'He was recycling before anyone knew what it was.'10 Oct 10:51 PM
New ZealandWell-known New Zealander denying violence charges elects jury trialThe man appeared in court in Rotorua.10 Oct 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Masterpiece': Luxury spa wins design accoladesNew build blends cultural heritage with 'stunning geothermal design'.10 Oct 10:39 PM
New ZealandCity that had just 'six' available rentals gets $11.2m boost to build moreThe local rental market is 'unbelievably tight', social housing operator says.10 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Traumatising': Roadworkers shot at, abused, threatened amid 'shocking' delaysThe incidents come as the city grapples with delays linked to bridge roadworks.10 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Premium Debate: Record numbers of Kiwis coming home from AustraliaOPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.10 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandHopes for younger racers after Richie Stanaway's 'amazing' Bathurst win'Any professional driver around the world wants to win Bathurst,' his father says.09 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandA battle, an escape and an olive tree: The story behind a symbol of friendshipThe symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.09 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Mindless offending': Police warn Te Teko residents to be wary of mail thievesMail has gone missing, been dumped on the side of the road or found miles away.09 Oct 12:37 AM
KahuElection candidates in minor squabble on FacebookTe Pāti Māori co-leader and Act Hamilton West candidate trade barbs online08 Oct 10:33 PM
New ZealandAct Party candidate for Rotorua electorate, Marten RozeboomMarten Rozeboom on the issues facing the electorate, from tourism to family values.08 Oct 09:04 PM
New ZealandPerson critically injured after crash in Bay of PlentyPolice were called around 2.30pm.08 Oct 07:02 PM
New Zealand'Like snow': Hailstorm stops cars on State Highway 33A sunny day quickly turned into a driving hailstorm in the Bay of Plenty.08 Oct 04:20 AM
New Zealand'Illegal’ activities: Police investigating after hundreds of street racers disrupt cityTwo people have also been arrested after throwing bottles at police.07 Oct 11:29 PM
New ZealandFrom 'eyesore' to architecturally-designed homes: Koutu housing plans revealedBennetts Rd in Koutu will see a new housing development.07 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandVoting is open and thousands are not enrolled - but it's not too lateYounger voter enrolment rates lag behind those of more senior citizens.07 Oct 03:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Excruciating pain': Car crashes into bedroom inches from sleeping mum, daughterRenea Wharekura thinks every day how lucky they are to be alive.06 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We have lost a man of great mana': Ngāti Whakaue kaumātua Pita Anaru remembered'He was quite fearless and had a very strong Christian faith and strong faith in mankind.'06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandA year as the mayor: Why Tania Tapsell smiles even after the hardest daysPlus: How Rotorua residents and councillors think their council is doing.06 Oct 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSonya BatesonSonya Bateson: Life is about to get harder for low-wage workersOPINION: Paid parking zones are going to cover an extended area.06 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandDetermination, hard work and love: 100-year-old's secrets to a long life"She’s a very determined person, that’s why she’s lived so long."06 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: What council boss told staff when he resignedIt comes as the council appoints an interim CEO while it recruits for a 'fresh start'.06 Oct 01:10 AM
KahuGive Taika a call! Brothers and future stars cast in seriesWill a walk on the red carpet in Rotorua lead to a red-carpet appearance in Hollywood?05 Oct 11:19 PM
Kahu‘Underdog’ kura show spirit to claim top titleOpinion: A profound sense of unity and strength blossomed.05 Oct 11:12 PM
New ZealandNewZeal candidate for the Rotorua electorate, Kariana Black-VercoeKariana Black-Vercoe follows footsteps of late husband who "stood up for what was right".05 Oct 08:01 PM
New ZealandTwo people in court on underage prostitution and drugs chargesThe pair were remanded in custody.05 Oct 03:07 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist critically injured in crashThe road reopened about three hours after the crash.04 Oct 09:51 PM
