Locals are asked to expect delays while gang farewells members.

NZTA boss worries for industry's future as half of staff quit within a year amid abuse.

Police were called to the crash Tuesday night.

'Someone or some people are willing to sabotage a kids’ event to hurt kids.'

Independent Police Conduct Authority releases report on 2021 arrest in Rotorua.

Corey-Leigh Tobin was a hostel student for just under two terms in Rotorua.

The post said falcons 'want to kill the perceived threat'.

The Whakatāne store owners have now sold an $8.3m-winning ticket to go with a $12.25m win.

A relative says Eddie Duffy often made the long ride to Bunnings to buy more blooms.

The crash, also involving a motorbike, happened on Tuesday morning in Rotorua's CBD.

The man died at the scene after a crash between his mobility scooter and a motorcycle.

Sam Smith and designer Christian Cowan were spotted in Rotorua last week.

The crash closed a major intersection for several hours.

Emergency services were called around 10.20am.

The letter 'preaching God's Kingdom' arrived about three weeks after his wife died.

Busy restaurant sees spike in beggars fighting over "lucrative" spot.

The incidents come as the city grapples with delays linked to bridge roadworks.

A sunny day quickly turned into a driving hailstorm in the Bay of Plenty.

Two people have also been arrested after throwing bottles at police.

Police say there was no threat, rather frustrations expressed 'colourfully'.

"It is our shared responsibility to collaborate in the best interest of all our lakes."

Water was shut down to up to 1800 homes while the pipe was repaired.

Closure of 'trophy' trout lake on eve of fishing season a 'blow to anglers' - Fish & Game

Police are calling on the public for any information or footage to help the investigation.

Four people in the car were taken to hospital in serious and critical conditions.

She is concerned the council did not tell her when the hole grew in late August.

Students from the East Coast school Te Kura ō Manutuke are excited to be in Tauranga.

It's the largest games, with more than 22,000 officials, supporters, and junior athletes.

It crashed and rolled on Thursday around 10am.

One principal isn't letting her children take the bus anymore following the attacks.

Police say they will be increasing their presence in the area, especially after school.

It comes less than a week after an intermediate student was left bloodied in the area.

It comes as Rotorua's mayor calls on the Government to give the city more police.

Sparks could be seen coming from a spiked vehicle.

'The girl came over and just started punching her in the face.'

"If you don’t have a passion for food, service, and hospitality, it’s not your game."

One trips and nearly faceplants in the rush to leave the ransacked store.

'Everything was in an absolute mess.'

Police and Land Search and Rescue teams haven't found her yet.

'The King is a Māori from Te Arawa from all the way back home. It’s pretty amazing.'

The former midwife has been missing since Wednesday.

The 51-year-old was last seen at her Kinloch home on Wednesday morning.

A meeting between groups was sparked by forest amenities being destroyed at the weekend.

There's a conditional contract between Kāinga Ora and a developer.

The damage will cost $10,000 to Mountain Bike Rotorua.

Several items were also stolen from the site, but the owner is still positive.

Fuel prices are set to increase by 29 cents per litre from July 1.

'What are you numpties doing trying to break in to get nothing.'

'The craziest thing is you can see the lightning bolt in the ground.'

Dramatic footage shows three masked thieves ramming their way into BoP store.

Businesses in Tauranga's CBD are also complaining about crime and antisocial behaviour.

'I just feel so sorry for the owners,' a resident said.

She couldn't sleep all weekend after hearing about the honour.

Worker was electrocuted by power cable while digging.

Retailers are warning other businesses to watch out for counterfeit notes.

Rotorua had received 114mm of rain in 24 hours.

'Dad heard this noise and thought “what was that?'

The slip is blocking the road and has cut power.

State Highway 34 is closed this morning as heavy rain lashes the region.

Some people are getting into debt to pay for the basics.

There are endless photo-worthy activities to be discovered in Rotorua.

'Absolute destruction': Crime prompts locals to take drastic action.

Whether she was in hospital or not, the show had to go on, she said.

The BMX World Champion weighs in on the club's success.

One of the people was allegedly armed.

In Rotorua, elite athletes and cultural celebrations are on the cards.

Booze bans, what's on and what's not, plus what the weather is doing this New Year's Eve.

A complete guide, from music festivals for all tastes to big sporting events.

Drownings are already over 80 per cent of the 10-year average with two months to go.

Taking items by force may only increase anger and 'inflame' the situation.

'It was disgusting and really offensive'.