Rotorua Daily PostRestricted fire season for Bay of PlentyThe change follows weeks of warm, dry weather that has raised fire danger.13 Jan 02:16 AM
Rotorua Daily PostExotic flavours refresh forgotten Whakatāne gardenEach bed represents a different continent, from Europe to Asia and the Americas.13 Jan 01:59 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCrackdown on poachers: Boats seized after Ōhiwa shellfish haul over limitsOfficers also seized a vessel after finding 2771 pipi, far above legal limits.12 Jan 10:28 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTears of gratitude: How Rotorua's generosity changed one family's Christmas12 Jan 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostEdgecumbe solar project faces backlash over missing native screen buffer12 Jan 05:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostEntertainment overload: Must-see events in Bay of Plenty this season12 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumOpinionMark ListerHow 2026 could play out for your mortgage, investments and the election11 Jan 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostLoan-killer suburbs: Where you can pay off the mortgage in six years and retire debt-freeFastest places to become mortgage-free revealed, and how to do it.11 Jan 07:07 AM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Today’s the day’: Gapes delivers top Kiwi finish in brutal World XC heatRotorua-born Hannah Gapes clocked 34:01 over the brutal 10km course.11 Jan 01:33 AM
Rotorua Daily PostStaffer fails drug test after incident in council vehicleWhat a LGOIMA revealed about the council's fleet and how its drivers behave.10 Jan 07:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNZ’s best beaches: Toni Street, Ali Williams, Julian Dennison share their picks10 Jan 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire danger10 Jan 12:26 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSummer scorcher: The Bay swim spots to enjoy and those to avoid this weekend09 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumRotorua Daily Post‘We’ve got a big problem': Meth use in NZ spikes to record high09 Jan 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua cyclists turn to bike valets as parking a ‘real hassle’A new pin-drop map with Rotorua Lakes Council lets riders flag gaps in routes.31 Dec 01:09 AM
Rotorua Daily PostOn The Up: Meet Charlie, Rotorua Airport's 'top dog in aviation'He gets paid in pats and peanut butter cookies. 25 Dec 12:00 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'We'll make room': A place to gather when Christmas Day feels quietHundreds choose community company at annual Christmas lunch. 24 Dec 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostChristmas Appeal: Those who 'have so little' but their 'hearts are turned towards giving'Locals donate almost $90k in food and gifts, many giving from places of scarcity.23 Dec 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTears of gratitude: How Rotorua's generosity changed one family's ChristmasShe made peace with having no presents or proper meal. The Christmas Appeal changed that.12 Jan 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Unacceptable': Long grass at tourist drawcard an 'eyesore'A long-time Rotorua resident says she has 'never seen the lawns like this'.12 Jan 01:03 AM
Rotorua Daily PostBody found after man fails to return from swim in Rotorua lakeThe death comes amid multiple weekend water tragedies across New Zealand.11 Jan 10:42 PM
PremiumOpinionMark ListerHow 2026 could play out for your mortgage, investments and the election11 Jan 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire danger10 Jan 12:26 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerHow 2026 could play out for your mortgage, investments and the electionOPINION: The OCR, now 2.25%, is tipped to reach the bottom of its cycle in 2026.11 Jan 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post‘We’ve got a big problem': Meth use in NZ spikes to record highConsumption doubled in the second half of 2024, according to wastewater testing.09 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post‘Too harsh’: Social service providers warn new emergency housing rules fuelling homelessnessTighter restrictions on emergency housing came into force in August 2024.07 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFrom Boxing Day sales to GDP: How our quiet decisions shape local lifeOPINION: Rotorua writer Lifang Chen links one old suitcase to big ideas about GDP.05 Jan 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostCourthouse crisis has lawyers insisting 'we need a new one now’Lawyers say some murder-accused are getting bail purely due to trial delays.04 Jan 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungArson, stabbing and shrapnel: Police Minister Mark Mitchell’s health battleAn arsonist, Samurai sword and the Mongrel Mob left their marks on the Police Minister.03 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerHow 2026 could play out for your mortgage, investments and the electionOPINION: The OCR, now 2.25%, is tipped to reach the bottom of its cycle in 2026.11 Jan 03:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post8 years retired and still winning one of Rotorua’s top business honoursHe 'did not have a clue' the major award was in the offing.05 Jan 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Very active’: Optimistic Bay retailers brace for a bustling summer seasonRetail NZ says 66% of retailers feel confident heading into summer. 21 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostShelling out: $52m Govt-backed mussel venture posts deeper losses and faces going concern flagTroubled Opotiki mussel farm which received $52m in public funding sees losses grow.21 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerHow 2026 could play out for your mortgage, investments and the electionOPINION: The OCR, now 2.25%, is tipped to reach the bottom of its cycle in 2026.11 Jan 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFrom Boxing Day sales to GDP: How our quiet decisions shape local lifeOPINION: Rotorua writer Lifang Chen links one old suitcase to big ideas about GDP.05 Jan 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungArson, stabbing and shrapnel: Police Minister Mark Mitchell’s health battleAn arsonist, Samurai sword and the Mongrel Mob left their marks on the Police Minister.03 Jan 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post‘Today’s the day’: Gapes delivers top Kiwi finish in brutal World XC heatRotorua-born Hannah Gapes clocked 34:01 over the brutal 10km course.11 Jan 01:33 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWorld cross country test: Rotorua running star to chase glory in FloridaRotorua talent Hannah Gapes is the reigning national cross country champion.08 Jan 02:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCyclist back on the bike 27 days after serious Taupō Enduro crashThe experienced rider says he was clipped by a passing ute about 200km into the race.05 Jan 11:27 PM
Rotorua Daily PostLegends and rising stars: Māori tennis marks 99 years on and off the courtTennis legend Dame Ruia Morrison, 89, attended the opening ceremony.05 Jan 05:25 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWhere are NZ’s best beaches? Dai Henwood, Bret McKenzie, Hilary Barry share their picksFrom Northland to Nelson, famous Kiwis share their favourite NZ beaches.03 Jan 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sandsThe search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.02 Jan 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNew Year Honours: Tech titan, red-hot racer, DIY philanthropist and 97yo organist among 177 recognisedThere are four new knights and three new dames in the New Year 2026 Honours out today.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Driven Car GuideOur 10 most popular car reviews of 2025: turns out there’s a Chinese brand you all really likeGoodbye to 2025 and hello to our most popular car reviews of the year.13 Jan 01:05 AM
Driven Car Guide2026 Toyota Hilux 4x4 feature drive: turning up the heatWe hit the backblocks in Australia for a first taste of the brand new Hilux.12 Jan 11:05 PM
Driven Car GuideMazda CX-6e confirmed for NZ: Japanese brand plugs into China for its new electric SUVCX-6e EV will be here at the end of the year, alongside the 6e sedan.12 Jan 05:05 AM
Driven Car GuideKia reveals EV2 baby EV: driving a picnic boxKorean maker reckons its entry-level EV is strong on emotion. And picnics.12 Jan 01:05 AM
OneRoofHow much money should homeowners have in their bank account if they lose their job?Savings rules, bank options and KiwiSaver tips.12 Jan 10:51 PM
OneRoofRadio Hauraki’s former party house sells after $1m price dropLocal family fell in love with the harbour views.12 Jan 07:12 PM
OneRoofNZ film-making royalty quietly sells her West Auckland bachNiki Caro and her architect husband owned spot close to where Jane Campion shot The Piano.12 Jan 07:18 AM
OneRoofHave wealthy Kiwis soured on the 1990s' most expensive suburb?Homes in the waterfront strip have plunged in value since market peak.12 Jan 07:15 AM
OneRoofLoan-killer suburbs: Where you can pay off the mortgage in six years and retire debt-free11 Jan 07:07 AM
Monday22°C14°CPartly cloudy with a few showers, possibly heavy this evening. Northeasterlies, dying out in the evening.
Today24°C17°CPartly cloudy, with the odd shower developing in the morning, possibly heavy in the afternoon and evening. Northerlies developing in the morning.
Thursday23°C13°CA few showers clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northwesterlies, easing in the evening.
The Country'Big region of instability': Heavy rain and thunderstorms set to pummel NZThunderstorms are most likely for western North Island areas later this week.13 Jan 02:00 AM
The CountryThe Country: Neil Bateup's New Year Honour for rural sector serviceNeil Bateup, Rowland and Ingrid Smith, Kate Scott, Kate Acland, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.13 Jan 01:44 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Busting dairy's ‘tonne of nitrogen’ mythOPINION: It's time to rethink assumptions about dairy cows and NZ's groundwater quality.12 Jan 10:38 PM
The CountryCrackdown on poachers: Boats seized after Ōhiwa shellfish haul over limitsOfficers also seized a vessel after finding 2771 pipi, far above legal limits.12 Jan 10:28 PM