Latest from Rotorua

Opinion: How Kamala Harris has singularly defied conventions

OPINION: The vice-president-elect can be a role model to many.

Shoppers urged to buy now for Christmas as delays on goods from overseas

Experts are predicting some goods will be in short supply.

First week of Christmas Appeal: Generosity shines

The 2020 Christmas Appeal is in full swing and Rotorua's community is as generous as ever.

Navigating the minefield of technology and kids

OPINION: Navigating technology and parenting can be a matter of walking a fine line.

Man suffers serious gunshot wound after late night drive-by shooting

Police were alerted to the incident about 11.21pm.

School changes house names following slavery link discovery

Rotorua Boys' High School has changed the name of its houses after 93 years.

Police seek sightings of vehicle involved in fatal SH36 crash

The driver of the Mazda died at the scene.

Local Focus: Te Arawa strikes back on climate change

Iwi and council work together to combat climate change. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Jo Raphael: Hospital staff shouldn't be the ones experiencing pain and suffering

OPINION: Hospital staff should not bear the brunt of your sharp tongue.

'Every little bit helps' - Businesses back Christmas Appeal

A local business is collecting for the appeal for the eighth year in a row.

Zizi Sparks: Why not make all road signs bilingual?

OPINION: Bilingual road signs an easy way to showcase culture.

'Mad scramble': Rotorua's median house price hits record high

Experts warn of a flurry of demand on property as prices reach record highs.

Time to put a 'pou in the ground': Waititi calls for bilingual traffic signs

Waiariki MP Rawiri Waititi says it's time to 'stop beating around the mulberry bush'.

'Where's the problem?': Rotorua sex work bylaw likely to be revoked

'It's a business, we're not here to be judge and jury.'

Paul Hickey: Everyone deserves joy this Christmas

COMMENT: The work the entire team at Salvation Army undertake year-round is essential.

Zizi Sparks: Put cameras in cemeteries to deter vandals

OPINION: There is a balance between grieving in peace and knowing graves are safe.