New ZealandWoman reveals cost of stolen diesel as Wilson Parking beefs up security after 'several' drill and drain theftsWoman's gas tank replacement cost $1K, took three weeks after tank was drained by thieves.29 Nov 12:07 AM
New ZealandLights, sirens and heroes: Ngongotahā Volunteer Fire Brigade raises $5.4k for Christmas appealBy 9pm, the Salvation Army bus was so heavily laden with donations it could hardly move.28 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandSex stabbing trial: Jury enters third day of deliberationsThe jury has been out since Monday afternoon.28 Nov 08:51 PM
New Zealand'High fire risk': 20 people moved out of lodge that 'dead-bolted' them in at nightThe council issued the lodge two dangerous building notices within a week.28 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFalcon advocate defends bird of prey after attack left woman needing stitchesThe post said falcons 'want to kill the perceived threat'.28 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandRāhui on part of BoP river after deathAll activity on a stretch of the Rangitaiki River is banned until December 9.28 Nov 01:09 AM
New ZealandPolice officer's actions 'unjustified' in arrest after crashOfficers attended the accident on the outskirts of Taupō in 2020.27 Nov 10:26 PM
KahuRotorua trending in web bookings as a tourism hot spotSulpher city is again becoming the adventure capital of Aotearoa.27 Nov 07:36 PM
New ZealandFalcon attack on woman prompts popular track closureThe attack left a woman with serious scalp injuries.27 Nov 05:26 PM
New ZealandAnxiety, depression, social struggles: 'Dire' shortage of help for some young KiwisKids aged 11-13 grapple with issues previously not faced until 15 or 16, says principal.27 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Highly manipulative': Sex stabbing attack pre-meditated, Crown saysThe jury has retired to consider its verdict.27 Nov 04:29 AM
New ZealandFour-vehicle crash causes delays at NgongotahāPolice were called about 8.15am.26 Nov 08:29 PM
New ZealandPhone not pliers helps patient resolve toothache agonyWith throat and mouth swelling, head pounding and painkillers useless, he needed 'relief'.26 Nov 05:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThree Kiwi sustainable swimwear brands to watch, including the world’s first zero-waste labelThe fashion industry has been known as the second-biggest polluter in the world.25 Nov 04:00 PM
All Blacks'Not culturally safe': Why teen rugby star is quitting Australia for New ZealandAn Indigenous Australian rugby star seeks greener pastures in Rotorua.24 Nov 08:24 PM
New ZealandMobility scooter crash: Dedicated gardener bought plants the day he diedA relative says Eddie Duffy often made the long ride to Bunnings to buy more blooms.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSex stabbing trial: Wife describes controlling and violent marriageJurors watch two police video interviews with the defendant as trial progresses.24 Nov 03:07 PM
New Zealand'Traumatic': Babysitter indecently assaulted says court trial worse than the crime itself'I felt like the defendant ... I’m the victim in the matter.'24 Nov 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPersonal FinanceTime is ripe for more government asset salesOPINION: Many of us have an irrational fear of asset sales.24 Nov 03:00 PM
New ZealandCity cafe holding a coffee for a can day to support foodbankBarista coffee will be handed out in exchange for canned goods.23 Nov 11:00 PM
KahuWaiatia: My sacred pillow that is NgongotahāMatiu Chisnall was born in 1986 in Rotorua.23 Nov 10:44 PM
KahuTamariki retrace steps of tipuna across the oceanA group of tamariki from Rotokawa School has been in a unique learning environment.23 Nov 10:34 PM
Kahu'I took a leap': Ahurei way to reconnect and strengthen whakapapaThe Ngāti Pikiao Ahurei has helped strengthen whānau bonds.23 Nov 09:46 PM
New ZealandSex stabbing trial: Wife found with 'blood on her hands'Police officer who attended describes details of the scene.23 Nov 05:22 PM
New Zealand‘I don’t want to shoot you': Cop tells of moments before he fired fatal shotsOfficer breaks down while giving evidence at a coronial inquest in Rotorua.23 Nov 05:15 PM
New ZealandNZ tourism hotspot makes world's top 10 trending travel destinationsAccolade comes as tourism hotspot’s business community anticipates positive year ahead.23 Nov 04:45 AM
New ZealandPolice name 88-year-old killed in mobility scooter crashThe crash, also involving a motorbike, happened on Tuesday morning in Rotorua's CBD.23 Nov 12:53 AM
New ZealandFire brigade collecting donations for foodbankThe food drive is on Monday evening in Ngongotahā.22 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandDNA testing reveals house fire victim identity, homicide investigation launchedThe home was extensively damaged and a body was later found.22 Nov 08:51 PM
New Zealand'It could be anyone': Dad and daughter leave touching tribute after fatal crashThe man died at the scene after a crash between his mobility scooter and a motorcycle.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandNeighbours give evidence in sex stabbing trial: 'It sounded like a cat howling'Couple's fights heard down street: 'It wasn't very nice. There was a lot of screaming.'22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandJust hanging out: Sam Smith's adventurous Rotorua holidaySam Smith and designer Christian Cowan were spotted in Rotorua last week.22 Nov 04:48 AM
New Zealand'Absolute chaos', adrenaline, tunnel vision: Cop describes minutes before man shotInquest: Officer who responded to colleague's call for help gives evidence.22 Nov 04:36 AM
