New ZealandHow new electoral boundaries reshape the Bay's political landscapeElectorate boundary changes include parts of Tauranga, Bay of Plenty and Rotorua.12 Aug 12:31 AM
New Zealand'Real-life superhero': Steven Adams' unforgettable visit to his old schoolThe NBA star is back in his old stomping ground of Rotorua.11 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungArson, stabbing and shrapnel: Police Minister Mark Mitchell’s health battleAn arsonist, Samurai sword and the Mongrel Mob left their marks on the Police Minister.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLast-minute First XV drama: King's clinch final spot in tense semiKing's College will face St Kentigern in the Auckland 1A final at Eden Park.11 Aug 02:15 AM
New ZealandMigrants tackle workplace communication challengesA Czech couple's journey to landing jobs and promotions as they built a life in NZ.11 Aug 02:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Really tragic outcomes': Doctor's push to ban U16s from social mediaDr Aimee Kettoola urges social media action because of the harm caused to youngsters.11 Aug 12:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNeighbours voice fears over three-storey housing development for ‘people in need’The three-storey housing development in Pāpāmoa is for 'people in need'.11 Aug 12:04 AM
New ZealandExpanded chemo services for Taupō patientsChemotherapy at Taupō Hospital is now available two days a week.10 Aug 09:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why lower inflation won't ease the cost of livingOPINION: The CPI rose at an annual rate of 2.7% in the June quarter.10 Aug 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow a community leader from a tiny NZ town began working with Mexico's most powerful cartelExclusive extract from Jared Savage's new book on the new era of gangs in New Zealand. 09 Aug 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Real treasure': Rotorua Museum survives local government culture cullRotorua Museum rebuild safe as leaders confirm it remains a council core service.09 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandPolice respond to incident in Fordlands, RotoruaHato Hone St John said it was on 'standby' for an area in Rotorua.09 Aug 08:15 AM
New ZealandBusinesses urged to bypass free mediation service due to wait-listThe current wait time for mediation is seven weeks due to high demand.09 Aug 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic consequences': Rhythm and Vines road-trip tragedy ends in courtThe driver got behind the wheel knowing she was already tired, says judge.08 Aug 08:20 PM
New Zealand'Devastating': Family lose everything in house fireA community is rallying as the call goes out for donations.08 Aug 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: I like politicians who stick to their beliefs and challenge authorityOPINION: Can’t one TV channel at least be funded for high quality public programming?08 Aug 05:00 PM
RugbyNZ's ugliest trophy? 105 year-old rugby cup on the line in RotoruaThe Peace Cup was inaugurated to mark the end of World War I.08 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandHobson's Pledge billboard: Whānau look at legal optionsDon Brash said the group believed it had the correct licence for using the kuia's image.07 Aug 11:05 PM
New ZealandSH1 reopens after serious crash near TīrauOne person was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in serious condition.07 Aug 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Are emergency housing policies in need of tweaking?OPINION: Minister Chris Bishop is open to changing emergency housing policies.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Put it down!': Shooting of armed man was 'preventable'; coroner slams police actionsCoroner Mike Robb said Shargin Stephens' death was preventable. 07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFormer mayor admits mistake as council accelerates action on $11m wallCouncil vows urgency on finding options for corroded lake wall, but locals unconvinced.07 Aug 06:04 AM
New Zealand'A fire that made you believe in goodness': Crash victim remembered for 'elegance'Joni Tuhakaraina, 53, died a day after celebrating her 32nd wedding anniversary.07 Aug 06:02 AM
New ZealandRun the Forest to showcase Rotorua to thousands of visitorsThe sold-out event is expected to inject millions of dollars into the local economy.07 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Very grateful': No votes cast but Rotorua has its first election winnerOnly one person wanted the seat, but its winner says that might be good sign.07 Aug 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew Zealand's top 10 busiest house builders - how they cope with downturnNumbers are down but thousands of new homes are being built by the leaders in the sector.06 Aug 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Trolls everywhere': Abuse blamed as candidate shortage forces byelectionOnly three people put their hands up for the four-person Rotorua Lakes Community Board.06 Aug 08:18 PM
Herald NOWCommunity forced into byelection due to a lack of candidatesRotorua Local Democracy reporter Mathew Nash talks to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge.Watch06 Aug 08:09 PM
New ZealandHomeless man jailed for spreading poo around police cellThe custody centre was disrupted for several hours due to the mess and odour.06 Aug 08:03 PM
New ZealandCordons lifted, police presence remains in Ōwhata after operationNearby school access remains unaffected by the operation, police say.06 Aug 06:55 PM
New ZealandFamily outraged as kuia's image used on Hobson's Pledge billboard without consentHobson’s Pledge used an image of Ellen Tamati without her permission.06 Aug 05:35 AM
New ZealandHighway reopens after timber truck blazeThe fire was contained just before 2pm.06 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandHobson's Pledge Māori ward billboardsA Rotorua kuia is devastated after discovering her image is being used by a political lobby group that’s pushing to abolish Māori wards. Video / Aukaha NewsWatch06 Aug 12:46 AM
New Zealand'Pretty epic': Why this man walked 12-hours overnight in sub-zero temperaturesThe hardest part was from 2am to 6am: 'It’s pretty cold, and it’s a little bit lonely.'06 Aug 12:00 AM
