'It's always disappointing': Vehicles tear up public space
Multiple tyre tracks were found throughout the reserve.
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Letters to the editor: More public money and time - for what purpose?
Readers have their say.
One dead after car hits tree in Rotorua CBD
Police were notified of the incident at 12.04am.
Rotorua CBD stores close down but there's hope more will come
Rotorua loses Cotton On and The Meat Shoppe but local business owners are optimistic.
'Horrible' manhole accident: Investigation after woman falls in
The manhole cover flipped, trapping the woman until firefighters could help.
Winter is coming! Frosty start in Rotorua
Rotorua had its first "convincing" frost of the year this morning. Will the cold continue?
Rob Rattenbury: A reckoning is coming over the history of New Zealand
COMMENT: Many will feel ashamed about what they learn, writes Rob Rattenbury.
Memory lane: Traction engine in need of new home
Owner Allan Estcourt is searching for a new home for his well-known traction engine.
Mayor attempts Rotorua half marathon on crutches
Ōtorohanga District Mayor Max Baxter said training with crutches had been challenging.
Playground sabotage: Broken glass endangering kids' fun
The playground on Susan St has closed following regular discoveries of dangerous glass.
'You can die on stage': Ben Elton returns to comedy stand-up with NZ tour
After a stellar 40-year career, comedy king Ben Elton is coming to Tauranga.
'We can't sleep at night': Two stores burgled, one the second time in eight days
'We can't sleep at night worrying if they will come again': Shop owner
Man who ordered pizza with illegally obtained credit card information avoids jail
Gemini Dixon pleaded guilty to accessing a computer system for dishonest purposes.
Storytelling a vehicle for hope: The rise of Cian Elyse White
Rotorua's Cian Elyse White on her purpose, what drives her, and her future ambitions.
Neil Diamond tribute tour to hit Bay of Plenty stages
Plus, be in to win one of two double passes to a Tauranga or Whakatāne show.
Letters to the editor: Let vets sit down for service
OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.
Three new code of conduct complaints against councillor
The last set of code of conduct complaints cost ratepayers nearly $60,000.
Car leaves road near cliffside
Police en route to the scene so details about the incident and any injuries are sketchy.
Talented locals to the fore in New Zealand Music Month
Rotorua will be celebrating New Zealand Music Month this May with a wide range of events.
Octogenarian fighting fit and looking forward to marathon
It's been a long wait for octogenarian, after heart surgery and Covid restrictions.
Children getting creative for holidays at The Arts Village
Many children spent time these school holidays getting creative at The Arts Village.
Special talk by father and daughter artists for community
Eugene Kara and Maioha Kara are sharing their art and stories in a talk together.
Paul Hickey - Hot cross buns, Covid cures, Rotorua Marathon and giveaways
Paul Hickey discusses hot cross buns, Covid cures, Rotorua Marathon and giveaways.
Samantha Motion: We need a living wage to ease impact of rising rents
Opinion: Shocking accommodation supplement stats show full-time workers are struggling.
Awesome alpacas: Learn more this weekend
Three alpaca farms in the Rotorua area are holding free open days for National Alpaca Day.
More counterfeit money found in Bay of Plenty
Police are finding more counterfeit notes.
Rotorua Careers Expo offers information and inspiration
The annual Rotorua Careers Expo is coming up on May 10 and 11.
Luke Kirkness: We love it but is it time for a coffee break?
Opinion: We love our coffee in the Bay of Plenty but why not try something new?
Local Focus: Ko Taua set to charm the Aronui Arts Festival
A bilingual musical showcasing two worlds. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Emergency accommodation support services lack a 'moral failure' by Govt - social housing provider
The Government is now spending nearly a million dollars a day to put people up.
Lawyer finds legal snag in Rotorua's emergency housing
A Rotorua barrister has questioned if it is legal for motels to offer emergency housing.
Seven appear in court after drug raids
Seven people have been charged with a raft of drug-related charges.
'It is their tūrangawaewae': Petition to save golf course presented
The petition attracted 5017 signatures.
Zizi Sparks: Health shakeup also needs to look at GP fees
OPINION: The current range of GP fees is astonishing.