'Fantastic legacy': PM says Māori King Tūheitia was respected, appreciated by all
The Māori monarch had been in hospital recovering from heart surgery.
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Convicted rapist extradited from Australia
Lee Josey has appeared in the Rotorua District Court.
Parents thought 4yo had constipation - then she was diagnosed with leukaemia
'You never wish it on your worst enemy, to feel so helpless'
Iconic butcher shop famed for secret sausage recipe faces demolition
'His sausages were sold all over New Zealand and people even took them overseas.'
Sam Cane starts as All Blacks side to face Springboks named
Scott Robertson has made two changes to the side that beat Argentina.
Emotional service held in memory of Samoan seasonal workers killed in crash
There were emotional scenes as Samoan hymns were sang and prayers said.
Serious injuries after vehicle crashes into power pole
Road at Hamurana, near Rotorua, blocked and live wires are down.
'Tragic accident': Coroner rules child died after oven tipped on her
'Dearly loved' girl’s death a reminder of need for constant adult supervision - Coroner.
Inside story: When police took down the Comanchero hierarchy
Exclusive book extract on how detectives investigated the Comancheros motorcycle gang.
'Worst nightmare': Kiwi skydiving instructor dies after botched landing
His dad, a Kiwi skydiver of 30 years, was with him the day of the fateful fall.
Beauty pageant contestant appeals drug money laundering convictions
She was this year crowned Miss Bay of Plenty in the Miss Rotorua beauty pageant.
Erosion found on both sides of Waikato River control gates
The banks on either side of the Lake Taupō bridge need stabilising.
Thunderstorms, strong gusts expected as weather system lashes New Zealand
Unsettled weather will affect various parts of the country today.
'The heart of Māoridom': Rotorua decides on Māori wards
About 60 people came to hear what the decision would be.
RSE workers killed in crash worked in Bay for three years
Their employer says they were genuine, loyal and caring men.
Lake Taupō shrinks away as dry winter takes its toll
The lake is more than one metre lower than it was at the beginning of the year.
Jaw-dropping moment as high school student nails the voice of Frankie Valli
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'On the world stage': Rotorua group joins PM's delegation
The experienced cultural group will perform four times during a week-long visit.
'Unbelievable': Family identify father-of-six and two nephews as SH1 crash victims
'One is bad enough, but three from the same family. We just cried and cried.'
'Thank you all for caring': Community rallies for fire victims
A woman and children who lost everything in a fire last week are now in emergency housing.
'We’re not suddenly okay with it. We are tired'
Rotorua sees big drop in public submissions on continued contracted emergency housing.
'Another Ihumātao': 100 attend hīkoi against sewerage pipeline
A group leader believes so long as iwi are on their land, work nearby cannot begin.
'Deep concerns': Principals react to maths curriculum changes
The new maths and literacy curriculum would kick off in Term 1 next year.
Surprise findings: What scientists just learned about the major tsunami threat to NZ’s north
New simulations change what scientists understand about subduction zone's quake potential.
Rate cut sparks biggest rally in NZ shares in two years
OPINION: Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, potentially boosting market performance.
'We're almost there': The final push to hit 2025 smokefree goal
The minister says vapes have been instrumental in achieving smoking cessation targets.
What’s next for Dame Lisa Carrington after the Olympics?
The kayaking superstar is taking the opportunity to teach a new generation.
'Freaking out': Toddler found near state highway after escaping from daycare
'We sincerely regret the distress this incident has caused,' the centre says.
To shear, or not to shear: Farmers look into self-shedding sheep
“By 2017/2018 it was clear from our figures that wool prices were dropping off sharply."
NZ's 'most serious' child porn bust: Man with 800 hours of material jailed
'This is so, so, serious ... It just strikes at the values of a civil society.'
Tears as jury finds teen stepmum killed toddler Harlee-Rose
The Crown said Jessica Mulford was resentful about caring for 2-year-old Harlee-Rose.
Mayors 'cautiously optimistic' about keeping mills from closing
The Government has invited the mayors to work with WPI on possible solutions.
'Horrific mistake': Female teacher caught kissing a young girl
A friendship between Erin Jarmey and the child turned into an inappropriate relationship.
'Get ready to get back up': Job ads rise
Jobs ads are picking up in the Bay of Plenty more than anywhere else in the country.