Latest from Rotorua

Bay police ramp up efforts to catch drink drivers

The number of people caught driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs is revealed.

Jo Raphael: Glo Festival another victim of Covid-19

OPINION: Large events are not worth the risk to some organisers.

'Pretty special': Boys take distressed woman to safety

"David and Sairusi have done the good deed that you encourage your boys to do."

Father jailed for life for murdering 2-year-old daughter in river

Tewi Savage murdered his daughter in the Rangitāiki River in July, 2018.

Local Focus: Jobs and housing are Rotorua's biggest election issues?

They agree on the issues but not how to address them. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Man arrested after Puarenga Park, Rotorua harassment

The man will be held in custody until his next court appearance.

$191,000 for family harm reduction programme

The programme works with high recidivist offenders using an all of whānau approach.

Kristin Macfarlane: Children spending days hungry and cold is heartbreaking

OPINION: Children can't thrive if they don't have enough food or warm clothing.

Adesanya an inspiration to make Rotorua proud

The global UFC superstar will get an invitation to former school's Hall of Fame induction.

Glo Festival cancellation another Covid-19 blow

"When we have events cancelled it really affects our income and our lifestyle."

Te Arawa Fisheries adds international expertise

The appointments are expected to strengthen the board's connection to its kaupapa.

'Difficult decision': GLO Festival cancelled

The free annual event, held on New Year's Eve, usually attracts about 15,000 people.

Rubbish dumpers 'ruining' sacred scenic spots

The most commonly dumped items in Rotorua were bags of household waste.

Bay projects benefit from Māori development funding

Māori development projects across the country will receive a total of $18.8 million.

Kereru returns to birthplace after 24 years

Pidge is one of the oldest documented kererū.

Jo Raphael: Now's the time to get involved

COMMENT: Make the next nineteen days count and learn all you can about your choices.