Rotorua's SPCA is already at capacity, but is bracing for a summer influx
Rotorua's SPCA is at capacity, and is expecting an influx of animals over summer.
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OPINION: Christmas appeals bring joy to many of our families in the Bay.
Q&A: L.A.B discuss their summer tour, and leaving egos at the door
L.A.B: 'We feel like we're making some of the best songs we've ever done.'
Ho ho hold up: More ratepayer dosh without consultation?
OPINION: Commissioners' decision to skip consultation indicates they've stopped listening.
Contracted emergency housing decision is a 'bob each way', local leader says
What do locals think of the commissioners' decision to grant resource consent to motels?
Households in Rotorua emergency housing plunges
Why have emergency housing numbers dropped and where have those homeless people all gone?
Health warning issued for Te Weta Bay at Lake Rotoiti
This is the second health warning issued for Lake Rotoiti this week.
Blood service seeking 120 more donors: 'It’s such an important cause'
The New Zealand Blood Service is forecasting a busier summer this year than last.
Families of Whakaari eruption victims return to island three years on
A group of nearly 20 people have ventured onto the crater.
Tonnes of pumice wash ashore in Lake Taupō
A raft of pumice hundreds of metres long has washed up on the shore at Lake Taupō.
Machete attack: Man’s hand severed in petrol station brawl over chainsaw
Man in 'vigilante' attack at a Gull petrol station will spend eight years in jail.
‘Crumbs from the colonial table’: Councillor and mayor butt heads at meeting
Councillor claims Xi Jinping and Robert Mugabe 'would be very proud' of mayor's calls.
New Zealander of the Year semifinalists announced
Black Ferns star is on the list of semifinalists for Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year.
'Bombshell': Writer could get life-saving transplant
'I never expected that ... they had braced me for the opposite.'
Paul Hickey: Thanks for filling the bus, parade cancellation, Netflix recommendations
Paul Hickey discusses filling the bus, parade cancellation, and Netflix recommendations.
Dog held at SPCA for over 300 days in need of fur-ever home
Bailey, a dog at the Rotorua SPCA Centre, is patiently waiting for her forever home.
Review: White Island documentary highlights the power of the community
Minute-by-minute footage takes viewers from the comfort of their homes to the volcano.
Rotorua Boys’ High students recognised for business innovation
Rotorua Boys’ High students received awards at Young Enterprise Scheme National Awards.
Water safety reminders for lake users over summer
Local water safety organisations are reminding people of important water safety messages.
Whānau Āwhina Plunket thanks volunteers for year of giving time and skills
Whānau Āwhina Plunket gathered with volunteers to thank them for their generosity.
$60m wastewater treatment plant upgrade starts
The upgrades to the 49-year-old plant are to meet higher projected population demand.
Sonya Bateson: Fines should be based on a person’s income
OPINION: Fines are not fine when they target low-income people.
'Immensely proud': Teen business receives $10k from NZ Māori Tourism head
"It means we can continue to give back to the community and the school for years to come."
Can-do: What the Daily Post team donated to the foodbank
"This year, the need in the community has been greater."
Kane's shock call: Why Williamson stepped down as test captain
With an unrelenting schedule, Kane Williamson hopes this move will help extend his career.
'We’re always worried about an outbreak': Meningococcal cases on the rise
Pete and Helen Rowlands want to see vaccines funded for all 16-year-olds.
Review: White Island documentary highlights the power of the community
Minute-by-minute footage takes viewers from the comfort of their homes to the volcano.
'Turning point': Harry and Meghan open up about Australia-NZ tour
Sussexes visited New Zealand in 2018 when they were still flying high in the public eye.
Lots to do and four months wasted by mayor’s changes, says councillor
“Frankly, it’s been a bit of a shambles,” says a disgruntled Whakatāne councillor.
Commissioners release decision on 13 contracted emergency housing motels
Independent commissioners have released their decision
'Anxious and threatened' - residents petition for end to Kāinga Ora housing
'We do not want to be known as the benefit capital of New Zealand.'
'Avoid this trail': Erosion damage reported on Bay of Plenty cycle track
“Please avoid this trail until repairs can be made.”