New ZealandVictims named after separate fatal crashes near TaupōThe men were from Auckland and Tokoroa. 17 Mar 08:42 PM
New ZealandGovt loans $20m for geothermal power projects: 'Energy security is paramount'Govt's new strategy aims to see geothermal double its electricity role by 2040.17 Mar 08:38 PM
New Zealand'Traumatised': Man injured, beloved foxy dies after attack by three dogsTwo dogs were allegedly attacked at a Tauranga park, one dead and another lucky to live.17 Mar 05:05 PM
New Zealand'There is always hope': Pastor details life after devastating crash in bookRotorua's Timothy Lee has released his book Hopes, Fears and Wheelchairs.17 Mar 04:36 PM
New ZealandSlip clean‑up: Drivers warned to expect delays in Waioweka Gorge todaySlip-protection barriers are now full after fresh debris overwhelmed them.16 Mar 10:45 PM
New Zealand'Out of their comfort zones': Local 'heroes' to kick off for a good causeLast year's event saw the street 'filled with cars' and the sidelines 'packed out'.16 Mar 07:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore than 70 Kiwis in overseas jails, true total unknownMany do not tell MFAT they are arrested, so the actual numbers could be much higher.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why every distant war seems to hit your local petrol pumpOPINION: How conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East fuel price shocks.16 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandAlcohol, cannabis, and high speeds: Teen driver was doing more than 130km/h when he killed mateThe teens were flung from the car that only had one working headlight and worn brakepads.16 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘Not one acre more’: Trustees fight to protect urupā landBurials resumed at the historic urupā in 2003 after stopping in 1936.16 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Towering wall of black smoke': Witness describes dramatic blaze near RotoruaResidents were told to stay indoors and shut windows due to thick smoke. 15 Mar 11:29 PM
New ZealandTauranga college team headed for world robotics champsŌtūmoetai College’s Mecha Squad 2941H will face 2400 teams from 60 countries.15 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua car wreckers fireDrone footage of several cars engulfed in flames at a car wreckers yard near Rotorua. Video / @danilotravel / InstagramWatch15 Mar 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSilver boom: Millions spent on retirement units and expansionsHowever, 'new supply is still not keeping up with the projected need'.15 Mar 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: What a load of rubbishOPINION: Rubbish – and what to do with it – never fails to draw ire.15 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerStormy markets: How to position your portfolio as oil spikes higher - OpinionUS crude has spiked to US$100 a barrel, its highest level since 2022.15 Mar 03:00 PM
KahuSix Te Arawa kapa haka teams book spots for Te Matatini 2027Newcomers Te Whare Haka o Te Puku will debut on the national stage.14 Mar 09:43 PM
New Zealand'A mockery': Major tournament's venue change sparks backlashSome critics say new host doesn't have enough beds and schools can't afford to attend.13 Mar 07:10 PM
New ZealandPolice say seven arrests in one night were unrelated to gang gatheringGang members were not the only focus of Wednesday night for Rotorua police.13 Mar 05:20 AM
New ZealandRotorua man accused of hitting person with car appears in courtThe accused is on bail with a nightly curfew and strict non-contact orders.13 Mar 01:37 AM
New ZealandHome-track dominance: Hastings, Pene keep downhill national jerseys in RotoruaThe race also set seeding for Saturday’s Specialized Kārearea Downhill.12 Mar 11:39 PM
New ZealandPrime reel estate: TV fishing legend selling Lake Tarawera homeHe planned to spend time with family, hunting and fishing while still in good health.12 Mar 08:56 PM
New Zealand'That's terrible': Residents push back against Rotorua bin changesThe council says the new green bin and fortnightly rubbish pick-up will benefit the city.12 Mar 05:01 PM
New Zealand'Critical': Regional mayors react to Air New Zealand flight cutsTemporary schedule cuts are because of volatile jet fuel prices from the Middle East war.12 Mar 06:00 AM
CyclingCrankworx riders thrill young fansEducational psychologist says the event inspires purpose in students’ learning.12 Mar 06:00 AM
Super Rugby'Don't want us here': Moana coach Umaga lashes out at Blues rivals Tana Umaga has fired a shot at the Blues ahead of Sunday's Super Rugby clash in Auckland.12 Mar 05:06 AM
New ZealandBay of Plenty mayors back Rotorua's homelessness taskforce callMove-on orders are being criticised as mayors debate homelessness solutions.12 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Health hazard': Anger at delay in removal of dumped asbestos near city water sourceA resident is furious about a delay in removing asbestos from near a Tauranga stream.12 Mar 02:06 AM
New ZealandForecast wet weather halts Ngongotahā highway worksThe road is closed for work from 9am on Mondays to 2.30pm on Fridays, for about six weeks.12 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandImages: High-flying day one at Crankworx RotoruaRyan Gilchrist claimed a third straight Rotorua Air DH title on Mr Black.11 Mar 10:49 PM
New ZealandGang tangi focus: Police step up presence for BoP funeral processionPolice expect large numbers of gang members travelling from across New Zealand.11 Mar 10:05 PM
New Zealand'Ready to go for another 75 years': How a community saved its beloved theatre 'I think the cultural heart of a community just has to keep throbbing.'11 Mar 09:02 PM
New ZealandWitness appeal: Police probe fatal SH5 crash near TaupōThe crash involved a green Land Rover Discovery towing two motorcycles on a trailer.11 Mar 08:26 PM
New Zealand'I was going to get it no matter what': Bidder helps raise record $172kThe Rotorua Supper Club raised a record $172,000 for local family retreats.11 Mar 05:06 PM
