COMMENT: Gender rights is more than just fluffy appreciation posts on social media once a year.

We asked our Facebook readers whether they thought the voting age should be lowered to 16. This is what they had to say.

The Rotorua Daily Post asked locals on the street if they could have lunch with anyone who would it be.

Rosemary McLeod talks about the transgressions of former All Blacks Dan Carter and Ali Williams.

We asked locals if they thought 16 and 17-year-olds should be allowed to vote in elections.

OPINION: It's only fair 16 and 17-year-olds should have a say in decisions that will affect their futures, writes Katie Holland.

An absent-minded reader wants to thank those who returned her handbag - twice - while another reckons raise the retirement age to 70.

A reader shares his thoughts on the Government's superannuation plans.

As a Rotorua woman interviews Kylie Minogue, we ask locals what celebrity they would like to chat to.

Our letter writers share why Easter Sunday trading is questionable for Christians and why older people should be valued in the workplace.

Allison Lawton asks local business leaders to voice their views about the future of Rotorua.

Mountain bikers are gearing up for a busy season.

Readers weigh in on the Maxim report, addressing poverty and a tribute to a missed neighbour.

Locals share their thoughts on the state of the Rotorua CBD.

Locals share their views on what can be done to stop illegal rubbish dumping around town.

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait reckons there was a time when we were more genuine in our welcome to visitors

A reader applauds the Rotorua Lakes Council while another comments on the rise in house values.

Why is a councillor offering $500 to catch illegal rubbish dumpers?

Readers share their opinions on traffic on Ngongotaha Rd, genetics and whether it's better to be an atheist than a hypocrite.

Locals share their views on the roads and intersections around Rotorua that concern them from a safety perspective.

A reader calls for an expressway in Rotorua, while the RDRR chairwoman responds to criticism.

Locals share their views on Easter Sunday trading in Rotorua.

Oh dear, so Lizzie Marvelly has been offended by Family First's objection to the unisex toilet issue and wants to inject 'a dose of

I've just returned from a week in Taiwan and, among its stunning scenery and impressive architecture, something stood out to me. The

The Rotorua Daily Post asks members of the public to give their verdict on the state of Rotorua's waterways

A single meeting opened Allison Lawton's eyes to what is needed for recovery should a natural disaster strike.

Graeme Simpson is delighted to detail the advantages of his new Zerode Taniwha.

Rotorua Boys' High pupils have been praised for their efforts in scholarship physical education.

COMMENT: I greatly resent Family First attempting to use experiences of sexual violence in order to advance its anti-trans agenda.

Grant life-long visas to the Chinese parents whose child died in Christchurch.