Rotorua woman ready to represent NZ at international pageant in Bulgaria
Kogi So will be one of 100 delegates from different countries at Mrs Universe 2022 final.
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Paul Hickey: New year, new energy and taking on resolutions
Paul Hickey discusses a new year with new energy and taking on resolutions.
Country in the Park comes to Rotorua this weekend
The Geyserland Country Music Club is excited to be bringing Country in the Park back.
Fiesta brings Latin American fervour and flavour
The Latin American Fiesta is an evening of Latin American food, culture, dance and more.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Houses carved to commemorate brothers
Ngati Pikiao carved the whare.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Busy start to year for talented songstress
Matahiapo has been singing in public since she was nine years old.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Toa taiao working to protect kārearea
“I wish cat owners would have their animals neutered and keep them inside.”
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Kata - the reo kaiako who loves kanikani
Kata Turu-Heretaunga is only 29 but has been teaching since she was 12
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Museum set to enrich youth
The programme has grown from a single request for history.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Origins of Papawharanui not clear cut
Papawharanui was the third wife of Rangitihi.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Opinion: Full kete of courage, passion and pain needed to front up
OPINION: Words of wisdom from the old people come spilling out.
Wai Ariki spa venture beats odds as opening in sight
Building taking shape on what will be a truly unique experience.
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.
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.
Opinion: Thank you Rotorua for amazing generosity in 2022 Christmas Appeal
Rotorua Weekender reporter Shauni James shares appeal highlights and thanks.
Scion photography exhibition celebrates 75 years of impact
A new photography exhibition is taking visitors to Scion on a trip down memory lane.
Young Rotorua artists invited to enter indigenous graffiti art competition
Local artist Taumata Soloman encourages budding street artists to enter a competition.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Kapa haka in blood of proud performer
Opinion: The road to Te Matatini is about wellbeing.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Creative crafts own pathway
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Be the one that others copy is Nan’s advice to her mokopuna.
Rangiwhakaekeau, a warrior of great repute
Of all the children born to Rangitihi – none was more famous than warrior Rangiwhakaekeau.
Rotorua Christmas Day Community Lunch needs volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help run the Rotorua Christmas Day Community Lunch.
Salvation Army prepares 300 Christmas hampers to spread festive cheer
Volunteers have helped put together the festive treats.
Call for donations 'big or small' as appeal enters final week
Time is running out to donate to this year's Christmas appeal.
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.
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.
'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."
Hot, wet and humid: Aotearoa to swelter under high temperatures as rain moves in
Some places will reach close to 30C.