‘Bang, bang’: Neighbour hears shotgun blasts as man critically injured in shooting
An area at Te Ngae Shopping centre has been cordoned off.
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Too sick to enrol? Chronically ill Rotorua woman struggles to find GP
New research shows underfunding is forcing some clinics to cherry-pick healthy patients.
'Horrible': Renter lives every day in fear of getting kicked out
Meet renters expecting to be tenants for life, and those who still dream of homeownership.
Critical injuries: Highway reopens after crash near Rotorua
Hato Hone St John said two people have been taken to hospital.
Check your ticket! Rotorua Lotto player wins $24,441
The player was one of 10 nationally who won the Lotto Second division last night.
Opinion: Penalise teen criminals - but do it this way
Opinion: Do you remember your teenage years?
Maggots, rats, poo on the walls: Tenants paid up to $600pw at 'disgusting' lodge
The lodge owner says: 'You can't please everyone'.
Lakeland Queen saga: Decision-making process a 'slap in the face of democracy'
Call to disband committee that decided dry-docked paddle steamer must leave reserve.
Ouch! 'Curious little girl' with squished finger rescued by firemen
Plus: New ACC data reveals the most common injuries and causes for Kiwi kids.
Eruption victims will be paid despite company going bust - helicopter boss
Volcanic Air Safaris' insurance will pay reparation, a liquidator says.
'Emaciated and at the point of death': Crown opens case in animal cruelty trial
Farmer Warren Koberstein is on trial facing animal cruelty charges.
Missing 'tiny house pod' found nearly 100km away
Social media users provided information to help locate the tiny house pod.
Sister has brother evicted from Taupō home to enable sale
Sibling had taken out an ANZ mortgage over the parents' home to invest in a business.
'They are ready': Festival opens 'pinnacle' event to women for first time
A top female competitor describes it as the 'biggest progression' in the action sport.
Horrified witnesses report man 'kicking' and 'dragging' puppy
'He wasn’t trying to hide the fact [he was kicking the dog].'
What the US presidential election could mean for the markets
OPINION: The US economy can perform well under governments of all shapes.
Finished: Te Arawa Whare Waka opening final step in revamp of Rotorua's lakefront
The opening brought to a close the five-year Rotorua lakefront development project.
Superstar spotting: Why Aquaman was soaking up Rotorua's hospitality
The superstar spent a night soaking in Rotorua's hot pools before having drinks at a bar.
Rotorua player wins Lotto second division
They were one of 11 to win the second division prize.
Can't run on the 'smell of an oily rag': Unsuccessful candidate spends almost $14k
'Advertising and the extra travel required is not cheap.'
Sonya Bateson: The kind of 'free ride' we should give jobseekers
OPINION: The 'free ride' for beneficiaries is over, according to PM.
'Biggest red flag': Teen victim reveals how to spot sexual grooming
'It happens so easily and you don’t even realise before it’s too late.'
'Concern and uncertainty': Will treasured community hall be demolished?
The community was told demo plans were under way but council now says it's still deciding.
Rotorua business stalwart's gruelling achievement after diagnosis
Former legendary Rotorua butcher Ross Dittmer has just overcome a massive hurdle.
He had a brain tumour 'the size of a small lemon' - now he works full-time and can drive
But Joshua Coleman still struggles with delayed effects of chemotherapy and radiation.
Rotorua Aquatic Centre indoor pool set to reopen
The council and the government have contributed $23.45m to the project.
How a runaway rapist got a passport and skipped the country before his trial
Man was on bail accused of raping two teens when he was allowed to leave for Australia.
'Told to move on': Rough sleepers describe restless nights in Rotorua
With homeless people asked to leave reserves, does Rotorua need a night shelter again?
Free Children's Day event to celebrate lakefront completion
Performers, music, games, adapted activities and water sports demos planned.
'Make them help clean up the mess': Upset ram-raid victim wants tougher penalties
'We shouldn't let young offenders off scot-free just because of their age'.
'Get inside': Man arrested after explosives team moves in on suspicious device
'I wanted to go outside or look out the window ... but everyone was told to get inside'.
Defence Force called in to dispose of 'suspicious item' at Rotorua intersection
Police cordoned off the area.
Man found dead at popular swimming area near Rotorua
A 50-year-old man was found dead in a creek in the Hot and Cold Pool area.
Te Matatini 2025: 12 groups qualify from Mātaatua, Ngāti Kahungunu and Te Tauihu regionals
Twelve kapa groups from Mātaatua qualify for Te Matatini 2025.