From Covid-19 forced separation to first tooth. Premature baby turns 1
A Rotorua mother talks about her heartbreak in the first year of her son's life.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromRotorua
Enthusiasm, drive turns golf tournament around
After years of dwindling numbers, this year's tournament was a hole in one.
Local Focus: Performing arts key to creativity
Lakes performing arts centre gets revival. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Zizi Sparks: Spotting a rip should be part of swimming lessons
Opinion: About 700 people need rescuing from rips each year.
Creative inspiration at ArtsMad
The first ArtsMad for 2021 is being held on Tuesday, February 9, with eight speakers.
'Huge step forward': Govt's ruling on Māori wards praised
But those opposed to Māori wards say they aren't backing down.
City 'pumping' as Kiwis explore their own backyards
Businesses are continuing to "weather the storm", a local business leader says.
Projects for elderly get funding boost in Bay of Plenty
The three Bay projects for the elderly are among seven funding recipients nationwide.
Jo Raphael: We need clarity on essential workers
OPINION: Russell Howard and the Wiggles are a hoot but are they 'essential workers'?
Welcome home: New app aims to make managed isolation easier
Iso Treats aims to tackle boredom and loneliness for returning Kiwis in managed isolation.
Riding high: E-bike demand, and injuries, soar in Bay of Plenty
But the numbers are worth it, say some.
Rental renovations forcing rent hikes in city
The median rent in Rotorua was $460 a week in December.
Medical event leads to multi-car crash
The driver is reported to be in a moderate/serious condition due to her medical event.
Man stuck on ledge winched to safety
Police and Land Search and Rescue were involved in the rescue.
Teacher 'astonished' at accolade for work in education and community
Michael Drake has devoted his life to education and the Taupō community.
Christmas appeal final tally revealed
The final tally just pipped the 2019 tally of $64,145.20.
Chinese and Māori fashion fusion on the catwalk
A Chinese Fashion Show Rotorua is being held on Saturday, February 20.
Dawn Picken: Advice for a 17-year-old in a new world
Opinion: For a teenager, postponement looks permanent. But this pause is not forever.
Obstacles and innovation: How Rotorua's new five-star hotel survived Covid
General manager Israel Suarez Guido says 2020 presented both challenges and opportunities.
42 years, 413 dead bodies: Police photographer retires
In more than 25 years as a forensic police photographer, you see a lot.
New year, new business: 'Real buzz' in Rotorua as empty shops fill
Three new business owners tell us why they've set up in Rotorua's CBD.
Lockdown baby boom - is it a thing?
Some hospitals are reporting a baby boom nine months after the country's lockdown.
'Broke me all over again': Grandmother devastated after thief's sentence changed
The offender's sentence has been replaced with one of home detention.
Revitalised performing arts centre launches this weekend
The Lakes Performing Arts Centre's (LPAC) annual community open day is this Saturday.
Talent on show: Free whānau concert for community
Pūtahitanga/One People Concert will be held tomorrow at Kuirau Park.
New sports uniforms thanks to grant
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Koutu has received a NZCT grant to buy new sports uniforms.
OPINION: Long weekends, happiness with water and '5 Words for 5 K'
Paul Hickey discusses long weekends, happiness with water and '5 Words for 5 K'.
Parade of Classic and Wooden Boats a marvel to see
The Parade of Classic and Wooden Boats is on Saturday, February 6.
Beach safety: Learn how to look out for rips
Learning how to identify rips could save lives.
Free Sunday afternoon music in Government Gardens
Music at the Band Rotunda is returning to Government Gardens in February and March.