Latest from Rotorua

Troy Kingi and The Upperclass to headline festival

Rotorua-born Troy Kingi will be returning to his roots.

'I heard the big bang and I was out the door': Crash rescuer describes scene

Bystanders rushed to get two young men out of a submerged car.

Region of champions: Bay only behind Auckland for Olympians on NZ team

25 athletes from the Bay of Plenty will represent New Zealand on the world stage.

Logging truck trailer detaches, hits car - police

However, there are conflicting reports on what the truck has crashed into.

'Cool' and 'kid-friendly': Visitors' verdict on the lakefront

However, some believe the development is 'a waste of money'

Jury considering verdict in Ōpōtiki murder trial sent home for the night

The jury in an Ōpōtiki murder trial has retired to consider its verdict.

World-leading app to train teachers in te reo Māori

The initiative aims to strengthen New Zealand's education workforce in Te Reo.

SH30-Tarawera Rd intersection nears completion

Traffic lights will be ready at the intersection soon

Controlled burn at Mt Ngongotahā sparks public concern

Fire and Emergency Services say the burnoff is under control.

Robot central: Two Rotorua schools tops at regional Robocup

The competition encourages students to take an interest in science and technology.

Coming home or going to Rome? Rotorua football fans have their say

"It's going to be a dog fight, it's going to be tough," predicts one ex-pat.

'It's been quite a ride': Alan Sciascia serves last day in hospitality

He closed the doors on his 48-year career the same day he got the cancer all-clear.

Right to dream: Rotorua's migrants and former refugees share their stories

The launch of a new Ministry for Ethnic Communities is a historic first for New Zealand.

'We are hurting': Outrage over skilled worker immigration lockout

Businesses say the immigration delays are 'incredibly frustrating'.

Letters: Put scoreboard at crash hotspots

Readers have their say.

Boredom Busters: Plenty to do these school holidays

There is something for all to enjoy during the July school holidays.