'The biggest star in the sky': Teenager killed in SH33 crash a 'kind-hearted' soul
Fabian Takerei-White is remembered by his family as a 'bright star'.
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A person has died in a crash at Ōpōtiki this afternoon
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Sunshine and thunder: Flights grounded as electrical storms batter top of North Island
Fresh severe thunderstorm alerts continue to be issued this evening.
Year in Review: January 2022
Rotorua Daily Post is looking back at the stories of 2022.
Premium stories of 2022: 'May as well go bush': BOP rent most expensive in the country, new data says
An imbalance of supply and demand is driving rents up, and residents are struggling.
Bay businesses ready for 'busy summer' as international tourists return
Businesses were planning for "peak demand" around events, festivals and cruise ships.
'Very happy': Renter moves into new place amid record-high rental prices
“I feel comfortable, it feels like it’s home," Abigail Hargreaves said.
Felix Desmarais: The five types of Boxing Day
Opinion: Which type of Boxing Day will you have?
Rotorua businesses prepare for 'strong summer' as international tourists return
Forecasts from the accommodation sector and airlines were looking “really positive”.
Maryana Garcia on the foodbank appeal: People are gifts who keep on giving
Opinion: Journalist reflects on the gifts the appeal has given her.
'A boomer of a day': Busy Boxing Day on the cards for Bay retailers
A good Boxing Day can help retailers set themselves up for a successful 2023.
Severe thunderstorms to dampen Christmas for parts of NZ
Heavy rain and hail are expected in the Bay of Plenty, Taupō, Gisborne, and Hawke’s Bay.
'It's a Christmas miracle': Boy missing for six hours rescued after clinging to rocks
The 14-year-old boy was taken back to his family safe and uninjured.
Looking back at Best of Summer's 2022 winners
The results are in. These are your 2022 Best of Summer winners.
Another holly, jolly Bay of Plenty news parody
OPINION: Samantha Motion returns with another musical take on the year in news
'This is it': Devastating development in writer's health battle
Dawn Picken wants to 'make the most of helping my kids before I go'.
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on crime waves fuelled by price of tobacco
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Booming summer: Thousands to hit the music festivals and events in the region for weeks
A complete guide, from music festivals for all tastes to big sporting events.
Retiree villages in steady boom as more projects get underway
Demand for retirement housing and aged care is rapidly increasing and outstripping supply.
Huge success of Christmas Appeal 'metaphor for life'
The provisional tally of this year's appeal has far surpassed 2021's $64,984 total.
Christmas Day set to bring sunshine for most of the country
The man in red will need his sunnies.
Wai Ariki spa venture beats odds as opening in sight
Building taking shape on what will be a truly unique experience.
Plan ahead: Where the traffic will be heavier this Christmas
Drivers will also need to remember event-related road closures.
Rotorua free Christmas Day luncheon spreading a little cheer
No need to be lonely as Rotorua volunteers serve up free Christmas Day meal
Crown makes urgent move to halt 501 decision, Govt says it will change law
Government says it will urgently pass retrospective legislation when Parliament returns.
Summer interns welcomed to Rotorua
An event to welcome summer interns and to celebrate their future opportunities was held.
Paul Hickey: 2022 highlights, breakfast show, merry Christmas
Paul Hickey discusses some highlights of 2022 and wishes the community a merry Christmas.
Eastern Bay digest: Serial pet killers, flooded home, and failing drinking water plans
A round-up of the latest Local Democracy Reporting stories from the Eastern Bay.
Programme helping kids connect with city taonga
From next year, Aotearoa New Zealand’s histories curriculum will become compulsory.
Rotorua has plenty to offer this summer to keep both locals and visitors entertained
There is plenty on in Rotorua during the summer and holiday season.
Migrant families embrace Kiwi Christmas
The Bunne-Namdaris, Arpanaeis, Calderons and Iwasakis will be celebrating a Kiwi Christmas
Opinion: Thank you Rotorua for amazing generosity in 2022 Christmas Appeal
Rotorua Weekender reporter Shauni James shares appeal highlights and thanks.