Schoolteacher receives Support Staff Member of the Year award
"All I want to do is get them excited and create a passion in them for learning.”
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'Happy to be here': More than 300 locals donate canned food for Zorb rides
Zorb Rotorua's locals day was fully booked out for the second year running.
Wear a dress and have fun: New mental health kaupapa starts in Rotorua
'Wear a frock or just wear something that makes you feel fabulous.'
Cafe thrilled by Can for a Coffee day donations
Scope owner Dana Greer said she had to stop counting, with everyone happy to give.
The buzzy story behind those new road signs
Horohoro School pupils got to see the unveiling of two roadside signs they designed.
Smashed it! Rotorua sets new record for Fill the Bus appeal
One school donated more than 1000 cans to the Salvation Army foodbank.
Rotorua man receives Regional Master Franchisee of the Year award
Local businessman Praneel Nair has been crowned Regional Master Franchisee of the Year.
High school cooks up French immersion food tech programme
WHHS is now offering cooking classes in total French language immersion to its students.
Samantha Motion: When the going gets tough, the tough get giving
OPINION: A tough year has not dampened Rotorua's giving spirit.
Skills put to the test at AquaBots competitions
Rotorua hosted nationals where 44 teams tested their abilities.
Local Focus: Fence aims to keep pest in Whakarewarewa Forest
Wallabies are being kept from spreading into the Waikato by a 12.5 kilometre fence.
All-in for top New Zealand poker champs this weekend
Rotorua's the home of many events - now there's a new attraction.
Rotorua council, businesses add treats and toys to Fill the Bus collection
Scion and Rotorua Lakes Council donated essentials, treats and toys to Fill the Bus.
Crispian Stewart: Excitement as athletes prepare for summer games
OPINION: New Zealand Special Olympics National Summer Games in Hamilton this week.
Live from Fill the Bus: Schools come out in force with amazing donations
The bus is collecting for this year's Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal.
Christmas Appeal: Rotorua retirees collect array of treasures for children
"A lot of us enjoy buying toys because our grandchildren are all grown-up."
Rotorua Christmas Parade cancelled
Weather forces decision for the second year running.
Rotorua MP Todd McClay happy to be collecting appeal donations
Todd McClay dropped off his annual donation to the Rotorua Salvation Army Foodbank.
Fill the Bus with foodbank donations on Wednesday
Rotorua's generosity is shining bright, with the foodbank Christmas Appeal now halfway.
Rotorua cooks on fire: Alia and Shaun Branson first winners of new TV show
Local couple Alia and Shaun Branson are the winners of the new TVNZ1 series Cooks on Fire.
Choir heralds festive cheer with Christmas Through the Ages
The Rotorua District Choir presents a concert of Christmas music across the ages.
New trustees elected to Rotorua Trust
Fisher Wang and Catherine Cooney are excited for their journey with the Rotorua Trust.
Fill the Bus set to roll through town
The wheels on a bus will go round for the Rotorua Salvation Army foodbank next week.
Rotorua’s Curtainbank kept busy and always in need of donations
Curtainbank Rotorua accepts pre-loved, clean curtains and prepares them for donation.
Paul Hickey: Decorations up, football fun, super-size catch, Fill the Bus
Paul Hickey discusses Christmas decorations, football fun and more.
Rotorua Salvation Army Foodbank wishlist
The Rotorua Salvation Army Foodbank shares what items would be handy to have more of.
First Rotorua Blues & BBQ Festival ‘fantastic’
The first Rotorua Blues & BBQ Festival was a great success, and is very likely to return.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: The eight beating hearts of Te Arawa
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Famous Arawa warrior chief Rangitihi had eight children by four wives.
Self-healing journey blossoms into career
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Spiritual teachings open to anyone who feels the calling.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Mana whenua and airport find common ground
Have you noticed that the heartbeat of Rotorua is starting to gain moment?
Crispian Stewart: Trout fishing tournament hooked on Rotorua
Tyler McGladdery is making his presence felt with some remarkable performances.
Cans to roll in as Zorb Rotorua supports Christmas Appeal
Zorb will be holding their annual Can-for-a-ride Day on December 11.
Grand plans revealed for Sir Howard Morrison Centre's opening
A big lineup of performers and musicians will help to celebrate the opening of the centre.
Heavy rain watch for BoP and Taupō
A disturbed northwest flow lies over New Zealand.