Engineer jailed over fraud linked to almost 1000 properties
It's been described as possibly the biggest-ever building industry scam in New Zealand.
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Watch: A tour through Kāinga Ora's newest city apartments
Take a peek inside one of the new Kāinga Ora Lake Rd apartments.
'Overwhelmed': Mum and sick child raise $2500, given new laptop after home burgled
'The kindness has pretty much dulled the ugly.'
BoP residents wake to icy temps, Minister praises restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator Transpower issued a warning notice.
'Through the roof': Spa-lover spending hits $277m in steamy city - and growing
This is expected to reach $408m by 2028 as global interest grows.
'Kick in the guts': Tradies 'poaching' work from locals 'rife' amid slowdown
'A high volume of tradies [are] jumping in the ute and trying to grab some of the work'
Killer Beez gang convoy heads to Auckland with Hone Kay-Selwyn's body
Auckland police are monitoring the convoy with support from the Eagle helicopter.
'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.
'Magic light show': 160 drones to light up Rotorua Lakefront
“It is a collaboration of story, light, sound and Matariki themes."
'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert Rd
Weather remains sunny but chilly,
Letters: What is the 'real plan' for Rotorua emergency housing?
Our readers have their say.
'Social housing doesn’t have to be an eyesore': Open home for new Kāinga Ora apartments
Twenty households are about to get new homes on Lake Rd. And you can have a look inside.
Person critical after Fairy Springs Rd motorcycle crash
The road was partially closed for a time.
Mongrel Mob gang patch theft leaves six injured in cascade of crashes
Three of the injured were innocent members of the public.
'He was limp': Mum and 11yo share story of 'terribly' scary asthma attack
'It’s pretty horrible seeing your child’s lips turning blue.'
Delays expected after motorcycle crash on Fairy Springs Rd
The road is partially closed and police say the public should avoid the area.
Watch: Sneak peek into revamped aquatic centre, reopening delayed
The indoor facility was due to reopen early this month after closing in November 2022.
'Full of ideas': 11-year-old fashion designer prepares for Auckland runway
Essjay Bennett and mum Angela Doherty are off to Auckland for Dress for Success
Rotorua BnB host says rates hike for holiday rental owners 'beggars belief'
She says for renting her backyard tiny home out for a third of a year she'll pay $5k more.
Rotorua real estate agent offers te reo signs in bid to encourage Māori homeowners
'I have always believed in working from the bottom to the top.'
Mark Lister: Currencies and share investing
OPINON: Sometimes the moves between currencies can work in your favour.
Local runner Michael Voss wins Rotorua marathon, Debbie Donald wins women's
It is Michael Voss' fourth Rotorua Marathon win.
Dancing for Hospice couples revealed
Meet the 20 locals putting their best foot forward for Hospice.
'We need a roof over our heads': Distraught renter has to put down family dog
Animal rescue reports big rise in pet surrender applications and dumping at shelters.
A luxury spa and a 'calming' home: Architecture Awards winners announced
The jury convenor said Māori-influenced architecture was 'thriving' in the region.
Rotorua Marathon: All you need to know
This weekend, the event celebrates its 60th anniversary edition.
Mum with sick child burgled while having cancer treatment at Starship
'I don’t think I’ll ever get over this ... we’re already vulnerable.'
Winning Lotto tickets sold in Rotorua and Mount Maunganui
Both divisions were struck in the Bay.
'Undoing the harm': Deadline set to end use of homeless motels in Rotorua
Meetings have been held on the future of emergency housing in the city.
'How has InfraCore made it through this far?': CCO boss explains $1m deficit
CCO has struggled to complete jobs, hire staff and stick to budget.
Speedway season results in thousands of dollars for local charity
Season included charity event by Steve Williams.
Councils in line for big boost if GST returned on rates
Councils could be in line for a billion-dollar boost each year should government agree.