Latest from Rotorua

Zizi Sparks: CBDs need support if they are to thrive

OPINION: If we want our CBDs to thrive, we need to take responsibility as consumers.

Letters: Intersection shrubs are a safety issue

OPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.

AIMS Games returns after last year's cancellation

The intermediate-aged sports tournament will run from September 5 to 10.

'No more': McClay urges council to send moteliers strong message

The emergency housing debate in Rotorua continues.

Man missing for a week found dead in submerged car

The man was last seen at a function on the evening of April 22.

Training programme to upskill biosecurity champions

Nine recruits will enter an intensive 10-week programme.

$75,000 grant ensures Rotorua education programme can continue

Values-based education programme Kiwi Can has received a significant funding boost.

Police support officer convicted of drink-driving

Crashing a marked police ute while on duty 'will likely cost him his job'.

'It's always disappointing': Vehicles tear up public space

Multiple tyre tracks were found throughout the reserve.

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.