New Zealand'Won’t let me sleep': Cops were 'tormenting' man later killed by policeInquest hears from officer whose car was attacked by Shargin Stephens before shooting.21 Nov 06:11 AM
New Zealand'Game-changing moment': Safety hub opens in CBDThe hub plan was announced after two attacks on teen girls in the CBD in August.21 Nov 01:26 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after getting trapped under lawn mowerThree fire engines were sent around 10.20am.20 Nov 10:02 PM
New Zealand'I did a little prayer': Witnesses hear 'bang' as mobility scooter, motorbike crashEmergency services were called around 10.20am.20 Nov 09:53 PM
New Zealand'You're killing me': Woman on trial after stabbing husband with scissors during sexShe claims she acted in self-defence, the jury has been told.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandShargin Stephens was 'actively' targeted by police, inquest hears'With that criminal group, our priority was to actually get them off the street.'20 Nov 05:09 AM
New Zealand'Festive cheer': Sir Howard Morrison Centre to host free Christmas concertThe centre will also act as an official collection point for the appeal.20 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The suburb where average property values have risen the mostOneRoof's latest property report paints a picture of how suburbs have performed.19 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandHave you seen Peter Baty? Man missing from WhakatāneAnyone with any information is asked to call police.19 Nov 09:58 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely devastated': Missing Tauranga man allegedly forced into a carHe was last seen at a McDonald’s in Mount Maunganui on November 3.19 Nov 02:54 AM
New ZealandInvestigation launched after 13 firefighting crews called to overnight blaze in TokoroaFirefighters remain at the scene today.18 Nov 11:59 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist fuming after Waka Kotahi evades blame after ‘horrific’ crashVictim believes the road conditions were responsible for the crash that put her in a coma.17 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua Christmas Appeal: Miss Rotorua, MP, Business Chamber back food bank“It’s a special time of the year, and everybody deserves to be able to enjoy it."17 Nov 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSonya BatesonOpinion: I might complain a lot but I wouldn’t live anywhere elseOpinion: I may rag on this place from time to time, but I truly love it here.17 Nov 02:49 PM
New ZealandJurors weep as teen found guilty of murdering camper for his carThe teen was on a programme for at-risk youth when he fatally stabbed Adrian Humphreys.17 Nov 05:17 AM
New ZealandRuh-roh: Hundreds of dog owners face $300 fines as registrations dropWith too many unregistered dogs for door-to-door visits, the fines will be mailed.17 Nov 02:35 AM
LifestyleHow this woman lost 50kg naturally - and still eats hot chips'There’s no fasting, no pills, nothing like that.'16 Nov 10:36 PM
New Zealand“People are living week to week”: Ordinary families struggling this Christmas“It’s not easy to walk through the doors and ask for help."16 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandAlleged underage prostitution ring: Fox to face more chargesHe also faces drugs charges including for allegedly administering meth to a minor.16 Nov 03:33 AM
New ZealandMeet Rosa the robot: The new surgical assistant for knee replacementsRosa stands for Robotic Orthopaedic Surgical Assistant.15 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandTiny Deane on failed sale: 'I was led down the garden path'Today's hearing comes after a security licensing authority found him guilty of misconduct.15 Nov 05:00 PM
KahuKāhu ki Rotorua: Growing te reo Māori from withinThis is about creating a meaningful relationship between you and Te Reo Māori.15 Nov 02:53 PM
KahuKāhu ki Rotorua: An internal mourningSong of mourning for our mother (Papatuānuku).15 Nov 02:27 PM
KahuKāhu ki Rotorua: The death of Hikaawarua is avengedWith the death of Hikaawarua news returned to the people of Ngāti Tamakari.15 Nov 02:19 PM
KahuReggae artist Luke Whaanga releases first studio albumHome isn’t four walls and a ceiling, it’s a feeling, and Home for me is on a stage.15 Nov 02:15 PM
New ZealandTāngarākau campground murder: Forensic evidence alone proves teen killed camper, Crown claimsAdrian Humphreys was fatally stabbed while camping last year in remote Taranaki.15 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandEdgecumbe flood: Hundreds may be eligible to join legal case as five sue for $3.95mLaw firm says if it becomes a class action, it could cover another 350 plaintiffs.14 Nov 10:48 PM
New Zealand'Massive confidence boost': Trust donates $10k to Christmas Appeal"Together we can make a difference, and Rotorua Trust is pleased to be part of it.”14 Nov 08:53 PM
New Zealand'Big win' for Springfield Golf Club as council moves to shelve controversial $62m precinctA proposal to put sportsfields on the land sparked community backlash.14 Nov 05:17 PM
New ZealandCaught red-pawed: Meet the serial dog burglar who made off with a neighbour's beef roastLeo's swag of stolen goods includes work shorts, cheese graters, a hot pie and tarakihi.14 Nov 05:00 PM
Crime'I'm not going down for this': Teen protests his arrest for murder of a camperAdrian Humphreys was fatally stabbed through his sleeping bag while camping.14 Nov 05:00 AM
KahuIncreased geothermal activity prompts change of venue for Waitangi Day celebrationsRotorua’s annual Waitangi Day event is shifting its venue.14 Nov 01:14 AM
KahuIwi collective has plans to take over management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts'It was an opportunity for ngā iwi to put aside boundaries.'13 Nov 06:38 PM
New Zealand'This is everyday': Why Darnielle Hoods loves working at the Salvation ArmyDarnielle has enjoyed helping to make a difference somewhere.13 Nov 05:00 PM
