New ZealandWoman charged over damaged graves yet to enter pleasCharges include four counts of doing intentional damage with reckless disregard.11 May 07:32 AM
New ZealandMan who claimed sexsomnia defence in teen rape case loses appealA man who tried to use sexomnia as a defence in a rape trial can now be named.11 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandDisaster-fatigued? How to manage the mental impacts of stormsAn expert explains the signs of disaster fatigue to watch out for after the latest storm.11 May 02:41 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJo RaphaelOpinion | I upped sticks and moved to Aussie - the grass isn't greener, so I came homeOPINION: Yes the work perks are better but what about missing your family?11 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandCause of large Ngongotahā house fire determinedEmergency services were called at 2.08pm on Wednesday.10 May 09:09 PM
New ZealandAnother birthday for NZ's oldest manJack’s long life had humble beginnings - he was born in a tent.10 May 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'This year is the worst': Schools hiring 'unqualified' teachers due to shortagePrincipal survey finds nearly half had to appoint “untrained or unqualified” teachers.10 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We have got to run our school': 'Unqualified' teachers hired amid shortagePrincipal survey finds nearly half had to appoint “untrained or unqualified” teachers.10 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhat should happen to iconic museum? Public get a say in multimillion-dollar questionCouncil to test public support for $81.4m restoration or alternatives.10 May 07:29 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Premium Debate: Use the Budget to give the team of five million a breakOpinion: Premium subscribers have their say.10 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandJailed serial groper admits doing indecent act in store carparkJason Trembath appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.10 May 03:59 AM
New Zealand'There was a lot of smoke': Crews fighting house fire in NgongotahāThe fire has been described as 'well-involved'.10 May 02:34 AM
New ZealandLive: Wastewater overflows into Lake Rotorua, high river level closes SH2Rotorua had received 114mm of rain in 24 hours.10 May 01:14 AM
New Zealand“Absolutely gut-wrenching”: Thieves deliver double blow to grieving charity founderGrieving charity founder hit with a double blow.10 May 12:30 AM
New ZealandLive: Highways blocked, motorists trapped, rivers rising as heavy rain hits BoPAn orange rain warning is in place for the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel Peninsula.09 May 05:02 AM
New ZealandTeen motocross rider airlifted to hospital from Tokoroa in critical conditionSouth Waikato Motorcycle Club said the crash happened at their first meet for the year.09 May 01:49 AM
New ZealandPlans to reopen skid pad for car enthusiasts stallWaka Kotahi says there are 'unambiguous' safety and operational improvements needed.08 May 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unsafe' living conditions: Landlords lose long-running court battleA Rotorua trust has lost a long-running legal battle.08 May 10:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A dream come true': How these new property owners saved for their first homes'Knowing that our babies have security now, that was the biggest thing.'08 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandMan linked to daycare jailed for having sex with underage teenHis appeal for name suppression has been dismissed.08 May 05:00 PM
Kahu'Incredibly humbled': School's new mini-golf course after $5k koha from iwiA kind donation adds new learning opportunities for this school.08 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandOpinion: Basketball 'community legend' Darrell Pene recognised with service awardThe Pene name has been associated with basketball for more than four decades.08 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandUnexplained Rotorua death: Man, 21, namedAnyone who has information that could assist police has been urged to get in touch.08 May 02:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Premium Debate: Subscribers react to Kiwis moving to Aussie for better livesOpinion: Premium subscribers have their say.08 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandMamaku residents urged to conserve water after bore failureA replacement component is being arranged.07 May 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLetters: Generous donations appreciated after car stolen and used to burn band buildingOPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.07 May 04:00 AM
New Zealand'The Brits do a wonderful job': Rotorua royalists celebrate King Charles’ coronation'I had my little crown on and threw a flag around my shoulders'07 May 01:23 AM
New Zealand'Unexplained': Police making inquiries into body found at ŌhinemutuAt this stage the death was being treated as unexplained, police said.07 May 12:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFor the love of old clothes: Why thrifting for vintage is so hot right nowThrifting has grown from op shop drop-offs to Instagram accounts reselling vintage.07 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating 'unexplained' death in RotoruaThe person's body was found about 1am today.06 May 11:54 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Citizens Advice Bureau plays an important role in our cityOpinion: Rotorua readers have their say.06 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua Marathon: Men's and women's race winners revealedA memorable 59th year of the historic Red Stag Timber Rotorua Marathon.06 May 03:06 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Inflation is here to stay, here's what businesses can doChamber boss: 'I'm preparing for inflation to stick around for a while'.05 May 10:30 PM