The Rotorua Daily Post is taking a look at the stories that happened in 2017. The following are some of the big local news events from April.
Crankworx Rotorua wrapped up for the third year. (April 2)
Rotorua was thrown into weather chaos when it was hit by Cyclone Debbie. (April 5)
Residents were evacuated from the town of Edgecumbe when the Rangitaiki River burst its banks. (April 6)
Cyclone Cook hit Rotorua, leaving residents feeling underwhelmed. (April 15)