Second Rotorua councillor running for Parliament
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait believes 2020 could see the resurgence of the Māori Party.
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Local speakers share talent with the world
Amy Davidson and Kingi Biddle were in Toastmasters International 2020 Virtual Convention.
Crochet daffodils have raised thousands
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Cancer Society's Daffodil Day.
'Dreams and hopes' crushed: Family tells of suffering after development company placed in receivership
The development company behind the project was placed into receivership.
Dirt bike riding provides thrills and life lessons
A prizegiving of the Dirt Bike Therapy course with students from Awhina is coming up.
Rotorua a stop on journey for cyclist raising HIV awareness
Somen Debnath visited Rotorua this week while in NZ for his Around the World Bicycle Tour.
Crankworx will get $1.6m funding boost
The event director says he feels relief and an "immense responsibility".
'Deserved': Bay Muslims react to mosque killer sentencing
Local Muslims say the Christchurch mosque terrorist's life sentence was justified.
Man critically injured in Taupō, another man charged
Police have charged a man after an alleged serious assault in Taupō.
Good Health Directory 2020 available now
The 2020 Good Health Rotorua – Directory of Health and Well-being Services is available .
Opinion: Delivering library books to your door
Learn about the free book delivery service to homes for those unable to visit the library.
OfficeMax retail stores to close in Tauranga and Rotorua
OfficeMax retail stores nationwide are set to close, including in Tauranga and Rotorua.
Letters to the editor: Council preoccupied with spending money
Rotorua readers have their say.
Iwi hui to talk aquaculture opportunities
A new report shows mussel, oyster, scallop, kingfish, snapper and seaweed opportunities.
Motelier asked to rip off emergency housing scheme
A motelier is warning about a potential emergency housing scam.
Ngāti Rangitihi iwi's settlement with Crown one step closer
Ngati Rangitihi settlement receives more than 90 per cent approval from iwi.
Mayor's $2400 rebuttal of 'politically-driven conspiracy theories'
'Attacks on the integrity of council decision-making demand a strong response': Chadwick.
$5.6 million TV series to be filmed in Rotorua
The production is looking for apprentices.
Three-vehicle crash on SH33 near Okere Falls turnoff
Police and emergency services responding to a three-vehicle crash near Okere Falls Rd.
Crankworx $1.6m funding boost likely to get thumbs up at council meeting
Crankworx will likely see a funding boost of $1.6m after Thursday's council meeting.
Comment: The crippling of an industry has a scary flow-on effect
COMMENT: The effects of coronavirus are far-reaching.
Toi Ohomai chief executive takes a leap of faith
Toi Ohomai chief executive Dr Leon Fourie will be doing Drop Your Boss Bay of Plenty.
Man charged over crash that killed ICU nurse appears in court
Anthony McMillan faces five charges, including careless driving causing death.
Comment: Māori representation on council a no-brainer
Why would you not guarantee the representation of a minority population?
Rotorua show announced for Howard Morrison Quartet tribute
Find out when and where the Rotorua show will be.
Whakaari / White Island: GNS livestream evidence in investigation
The footage is being used as evidence in WorkSafe's biggest investigation to date.
Check out and clean out: Beds, TVs and microwaves stolen from motels
Some emergency housing clients are helping themselves to motel possessions.
Comment: We can't control Covid-19, but we can control our actions in our fight against it
COMMENT: Our mental, physical and economic health can't cope with a nationwide lockdown.
Steven Adams' heated exchange with former Thunder teammate
Watch: Adams had a few choice words for a former teammate in today's NBA playoffs game.
Covid-19's 'crippling' effect on wedding businesses
"The unknown at the moment is quite a scary thing, no-one wants to lose any more money."
Alert level 2 restrictions hit Bay hospitality and tourism hard
Alert level 2 restrictions will remain in place in the Bay of Plenty until further notice.
Trility deal: Wading through Rotorua's wastewater controversy
The council invited the Rotorua Daily Post to get answers on the Trility deal.
Motorcyclist stable in hospital after Rotorua crash
A St John spokeswoman said two ambulances went to the scene.
Rafting company 'devastated' after death at Okere Falls
The company has reached out to the family via the police to offer support.