Officers found the man at an address on Old Taupo Rd about 5pm.

The closure has caused congestion for almost three weeks.

Emergency services were called to the scene.

It’s been an honour to serve our people ... I would like that privilege again.'

'He was recycling before anyone knew what it was.'

The man appeared in court in Rotorua.

New build blends cultural heritage with 'stunning geothermal design'.

The local rental market is 'unbelievably tight', social housing operator says.

'Any professional driver around the world wants to win Bathurst,' his father says.

The symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.

Mail has gone missing, been dumped on the side of the road or found miles away.

Marten Rozeboom on the issues facing the electorate, from tourism to family values.

Police were called around 2.30pm.

A sunny day quickly turned into a driving hailstorm in the Bay of Plenty.

Two people have also been arrested after throwing bottles at police.

Bennetts Rd in Koutu will see a new housing development.

Younger voter enrolment rates lag behind those of more senior citizens.

Plus: How Rotorua residents and councillors think their council is doing.

"She’s a very determined person, that’s why she’s lived so long."

It comes as the council appoints an interim CEO while it recruits for a 'fresh start'.

Will a walk on the red carpet in Rotorua lead to a red-carpet appearance in Hollywood?

Opinion: A profound sense of unity and strength blossomed.

Kariana Black-Vercoe follows footsteps of late husband who "stood up for what was right".

The pair were remanded in custody.

The road reopened about three hours after the crash.

Pest control is believed to have played a major role in improving biodiversity.

Police say there was no threat, rather frustrations expressed 'colourfully'.

A breakdown of who has been paid for what has been revealed.