'Hey bro, you need to pay': Businessman admits kidnapping role over $265k debt
A Rotorua man has pleaded guilty to being a party to kidnapping.
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Hemo Gorge roundabout: Third truck crashes in the same spot
The crash is the third involving a large truck rolling since the roundabout opened in 2017
Jo Raphael: We must take the bad with the good - we can handle it
OPINION: These days it’s like we’re all punching bags.
Opinion: Brainless scumbag looters soaking up precious police time
OPINION: One Hawke’s Bay village has resorted to blockades to deter looters.
'A new beginning': New building shows QE Health's commitment to Rotorua
“We will be around for another 80 years. This place is designed for our locals."
'Worth fighting for': Iwi trust building 93 homes to get people out of 'heartbreaking' housing
The land will have 93 new homes catering for up to 340 people.
'Assault on democracy': Council withdraws support of controversial Māori representation bill
The matter had already cost more than $146,000 in the lead-up to today's decision.
'Well involved' house fire in Rotorua
Multiple fire appliances can be seen on Ranginui St in Rotorua.
Work site electric shock: Man remains critical, initial inquiries under way
The man came into contact with a high-voltage cable.
A psychologist's opinion: The emotional aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle
OPINION: We must allow space and time for processing the events of the past few days.
Letters: Why does Rotorua seem to have more graffiti and litter than other towns?
Our readers have their say.
'Someone's going to get hurt': 'Dangerous' motorcyclists terrorise suburb's streets
“I do not let my grandchildren out the gate. They cannot play beside the road."
'Help us': Calls for help spur donation drive despite Civil Defence plea
Those behind local donation efforts to cyclone victims say there's still demand.
Critical: Man installing sign suffers electric shock from underground cables
Injured man is a long-term employee at Directionz.
Kāinga Ora sets new date for Pukehangi drop-in session over 60 new homes
A new time and date will be scheduled when the weather has settled down.
Te Arawa kapa haka groups get set to compete
Six Te Arawa teams are heading for Te Matatini in Auckland this week.
Zoe Hunter: When one region is hurting, others need to step up
There are already examples of help flowing from the Bay of Plenty to cyclone-hit regions.
Withdraw or pursue? Fate of Māori wards bill on council table - $146k spent so far
This week, Rotorua's council will decide to either scrap or keep pursuing the paused bill.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Napier records second-wettest day ever
'Gabrielle is one of the worst storms to hit Aotearoa New Zealand in living history.'
'Combined effort': Estimated $100k-plus worth of supplies flown to Hawke's Bay
The pilots would keep flying “for as long we have donations coming in”.
'We could save some lives': Breast cancer trial lends survivor chance to offer others hope
Kathy Satchell was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2017.
Sir Howard Morrison Centre: Whānau Day a success after Friday night’s gala event cancelled
And the Rotorua mayor said she was "humbled" to see the centre "come back to life".
Seven reasons why first-home buyers are back in the market
Fears of shockingly higher interest rates are rapidly disappearing.
'Fantastic': Sir Howard Morrison Centre reopening celebrated with Whānau Day
“It was just really cool to see all the people... enjoying themselves"
'Expect to see higher menu prices': Minimum wage increases $1.50 per hour
The adult minimum wage will be rising to $22.70 per hour from April 1
Kiri Gillespie: Greater insight into teenage mental wellbeing a no-brainer
Opinion: We should be learning more about why kids skip school
Your 2023 wellness starter guide: Tips for relationships, parenting, finances and work
New Zealanders are tired after a tough 2020, 2021 and 2022.
ChatGPT threatens language diversity in the age of AI
OPINION: Writing itself is a technology that can be used to further inequality.
Sir Howard Morrison Centre opening: 'Dad's legacy will live on forever'
"It’s pretty exciting for the whole city ... because bigger theatre, bigger shows.”
As the number of homeless in motels halves, locals say Rotorua's positive ‘vibe’ is returning
Rotorua residents say there's a positive impact of having fewer homeless living in motels.
Council cancels Sir Howard Morrison Centre gala show after technical issues
Tonight's show marking the opening of the Sir Howard Morrison Centre has been cancelled.
Women’s race organisers slammed for holding event despite flood
The annual women's adventure race is going ahead this weekend at the outrage of many.
Sir Howard Morrison Centre opens with gala performance
Opinion: Sound issues mar what could have been a brilliant night.
Sonya Bateson: Social media - we can’t live with it; we can’t live without it
OPINION: I hate social media.