New ZealandHorror night as three dead in separate crashesAll the roads where the crashes occurred are now open.27 Sep 07:15 PM
New ZealandTe Pāti Māori candidate tops informal audience poll at chamber eventRivals say some parties had more people in the crowd.27 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies after crashing into waterTwo accidents only a couple of hours apart leave roads closed.27 Sep 08:07 AM
New Zealand'Terrified': Robber on parole holds up vape store workers at knifepointA victim says she suffers emotionally and psychologically, and had to get counselling.27 Sep 12:40 AM
KahuKuia who took up arms to protect their whenuaThe place was so named by the distant ancestor Ihenga.26 Sep 11:51 PM
KahuA transformative missionInspired by their desire to support the well-being of Māori families.26 Sep 11:38 PM
New Zealand'That attracted some attention': Drunk driver on his phone nearly hits cop car'You crossed the centre line straight into the path of a police officer.'26 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandHail, flooding possible in Waikato; 100km/h winds for Auckland this weekendMore wild weather is forecast as a trough of low pressure moves over the country.26 Sep 03:29 AM
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New ZealandJury finds Mongrel Mob trio not guilty of murdering David KukaOne of the trio was found guilty of being an accessory after the fact to murder.26 Sep 12:58 AM
KahuRotorua candidates jostle with quick-fire questionsTe Pāti Māori candidate wins debate at Rotorua Business chamber.25 Sep 10:45 PM
New ZealandChronic asthma: Girl hospitalised 23 times for respiratory illnessesChloe Crump has been hospitalised 23 times for her respiratory conditions,25 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandArmed hold-up: Pair jailed for meth-fuelled robbery of tavernWhy getaway driver was given harsher sentence than robber 'brandishing ... a pistol'.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFire alarm: Smoking prisoners force court to evacuate, judge saysRotorua Courthouse evacuated after fire alarm goes off during hearing.25 Sep 05:09 AM
New ZealandPopular lake could be closed as precaution against invasive Asian clamTrust is seeking temporary closure of the lake to boats.24 Sep 11:33 PM
New ZealandMore time: Tiny Deane granted another extension to sell security firmHe was ordered to sell the business after a licensing authority's misconduct ruling.24 Sep 10:35 PM
New ZealandBridge maintenance causes significant road closure in RotoruaNZTA says closing the road will let it finish the project fastest.24 Sep 04:15 PM
New Zealand'This saved my life': Cancer survivor urges men over 50 to get simple testHe said a simple PSA blood test saved his life and more men should get checked.23 Sep 07:00 PM
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PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Heartbreaking': 13yo girls prostituting themselves to buy PMeth is now easier to get than cannabis, a police chief says.22 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Up the Wahs' day at school has young fans dreaming bigIt beats doing maths and spelling.22 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandMan assaults elderly stranger over cigarettePair got talking after the incident and 'parted on good terms', defence lawyer says.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat election candidates say to a mum and whānau living in a motelRotorua and Waiariki MP candidates respond to Pareuruora Rangirangi's story.22 Sep 04:05 PM
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New ZealandHow to solve the housing shortage? What Rotorua election candidates sayIt was the first time all six stood together before an audience.22 Sep 05:39 AM
New Zealand'Absolute nonsense': Defence lawyers close case in David Kuka murder trialThe jury has retired to consider its verdict.22 Sep 04:43 AM
New Zealand‘You guys are all we’ve got’: Mount air quality report sparks pleaA report on premature deaths and pollution could be a tool in BOPRC’s kit to clean the air22 Sep 04:00 AM
CrimeTeen arrested after alleged shooting at Rotorua intersectionThe person is due to appear in Rotorua District Court.22 Sep 02:37 AM
New ZealandMacron mishap: Transport agency reprints signs after error spottedThe signs were put up this week, and taken down less than 24 hours later.22 Sep 02:22 AM
New ZealandPolice forensics examining vehicle believed to be involved in serious crashPolice are calling on the public for any information or footage to help the investigation.22 Sep 02:15 AM
New ZealandBlack Ferns train against Rotorua Boys’ High School First XVFerns "get to play against a lot more speed and a little bit more power".22 Sep 12:00 AM
KahuKāhu ki Rotorua: A waiata aroha that found its way back to Rotorua"A song of great sorrow."21 Sep 10:59 PM
New ZealandKayaker rescued on Lake Rotorua a 'timely reminder'Coastguard Rotorua Lakes has responded to numerous kayaking incidents this year.21 Sep 09:07 PM