Latest news from Rotorua
‘Incredible showcase’: Opera in the Pā returns with stellar lineup
Headliners include bass Eddie Muliaumaseali’I and mezzo soprano Sarah Sweeting.
'Same costly mistake': Driver's warning after $150 bus-lane fine
More than 6500 tickets were issued for breaching the 50m rule last year.
Teen needed facial reconstruction surgery after work accident on his birthday
'When I first saw myself, I was in shock … why did this happen to me?'
Rampant Chiefs race away from Crusaders
The Chiefs rode another dominant second half to their second straight Super Rugby win.
‘Profoundly disturbing’: Men who paid for sex with 13-year-old sentenced
Three men were sentenced in Rotorua on Friday to home detention.
Councillors support reverting speed limit to 100km/h on highway section
The 80km/h limit will probably move back to 100km/h.
‘Anyone else feel scammed?’: Juicy Fest refund delays spark frustration
People are also still waiting for news on the fate of the Timeless Summer Tour.
'Killing machines': 20 sheep 'ripped to bits'
'For them to come to that sort of end is absolutely deplorable.'
Fatal fight: Jury reaches verdict on logger who claimed self-defence
A jury has reached a verdict in the Nathan Moscrip High Court manslaughter case.
They’re back! MTB Nationals return to Rotorua – all you need to know
The downhill competition will run for the final time over the famed Taniwha Trail.
‘A blameless life’: Teacher supplied drugs to teens, sought to avoid conviction
'He was well-liked and respected in the community, or was until this happened.'
‘Nothing is going to move’: IT glitch in Air NZ regional planes temporarily grounds fleet
Passengers face delays as Air NZ works to fix software issues.
NZTA faces backlash over rubbish issues on Desert Rd detour
'It doesn't send a good message to tourists.'
NZTA faces backlash over rubbish issues on Desert Rd detour
'It doesn't send a good message to tourists.'
NZ rider triumphs in national ‘No Way in Hell’ motorbike race
Wil Yeoman won the ‘No Way in Hell’ race against 160 competitors.
'Strategic move': Tourism town's bid to attract more Chinese tourists
Tourism agency inks partnership with Air China to 'strengthen ties'.
Second maths error in 2 weeks: 7 months' jail added for double fatal crash driver
Rotorua drugged driver Hemana Morgan-Edmonds will serve seven months longer in jail.
Fire crews tackle house blaze in Kawerau
Fire crews have left the scene of a house fire in Kawerau.
Up to 1000 rally against hospital downgrading health services
Obstetrics and gynaecology services at Whakatāne Hospital have been downgraded.
'Intimidated': Residents sick of living in ‘motocross track’
Whakatāne locals are 'being plagued by motorbikes day and night' in the suburb of Awatapu
'Everyone is welcome': ‘Bowls and BBQ’ fundraiser returns for fifth year
Big Brothers Big Sisters Rotorua matches children aged six to 12 with adult mentors.
Lakes mates: Neighbours team up for regional deal bid
'Working with our friends down the road.'
Dame Lydia Ko beats Dame Lisa Carrington to claim Supreme Halberg Award
The 27-year-old added another honour to her golden 2024 run.
Concern for missing Rotorua man: Police appeal for sightings
He was last seen on February 9 in Rotorua's Hamurana area.
Artist Mr G unveils portrait of Bay mayor
A painting of Kawerau Mayor Faylene Tunui was revealed on social media.
Police search for missing man after burned-out car found in Waikato
Police are searching for Travis Langford, missing since January 17.
‘Extreme fluctuations’: What recruiters say as region’s job ads drop 22%
'The job market has become more competitive.'
‘Not far from the finish line’: New approach to Piarere roundabout
The new Piarere roundabout approach will open on February 25.
Muggy, wet week: Humidity blankets North Island
Why Rotorua is the poster child for this week's high humidity.
Yaba Daba Do! Rotorua team reclaim trolley crown in blistering ride
Rotorua's Red Stag Timber crew have taken the Red Bull Trolley Derby for the second time.
A ‘war cry’ for sexual assault survivors: One-woman play comes to Bay
High school and tertiary students are being offered free tickets.
Fatal fight between friends broke out over ‘messages to girlfriend’
Nathan Moscrip, 29, is on trial for the manslaughter of his friend Brodie Ruatara.
2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix
Rotorua’s Reg Stag speeds to victory at 2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix. Video / Red Bull