Serious crash at Lake Rotoiti on Thursday preventable, police say
Four were seriously injured and now police are appealing for witnesses.
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Locals spoken to after accidental fire burns 1ha of land
An "accident from an incinerator" is considered as a possible cause for the fire.
Rotorua mother awarded $2660 after living in mouldy home
The Tenancy Tribunal found her landlord intentionally breached obligations.
Premium stories of 2022: 'Ripped off': Elderly struggling to cover basics as living costs soar
Some are missing meals, appointments or becoming homeless as inflation and high rent bite.
'Massive event': L.A.B take out top 5 singles ahead of hometown show
Kiwi favourites L.A.B begin their summer tour in Tauranga on December 30.
No more emergency housing: New owner spends $500k-plus renovating motel
Units refurbished to cater for visitors to Rotorua.
Premium stories of 2022: 27-year-old secures first home despite downturn
Abeera Dhaliwal explains how she saved $35,000 over 10 years towards her new home.
Stay safe and be responsible this summer, warn police
Waikato police urge holidaymakers to stay safe this summer.
Poppy, Buddy and Bear, oh my: Most popular dog names revealed
Some, like Bongo McChuckles and Gentleman Jack, were one-of-a-kind.
Jo Raphael: Ease up on the booze for a clear head
OPINION: We're no longer consuming alcohol like we used to
Premium stories of 2022: Why Tāmati Coffey and Tim Smith are bowing out of hospitality
Tāmati Coffey and Tim Smith have sold their two bars on Rotorua's Eat Streat.
Tommy Wilson: No one has been made poor by giving
OPINION: Money will not take care of our homeless, but the community can.
'Kind and generous,' 'early feminist' Una Ewert dies
Una Ewert has been described as a 'secret benefactor to many'.
'Rotorua has turned it on': City hums with Boxing Day bargain hunters
Sun shining and sale signs up, Rotorua shoppers searched for deals.
Year in Review: January 2022
Rotorua Daily Post is looking back at the stories of 2022.
Premium stories of 2022: 'May as well go bush': BOP rent most expensive in the country, new data says
An imbalance of supply and demand is driving rents up, and residents are struggling.
'Very happy': Renter moves into new place amid record-high rental prices
“I feel comfortable, it feels like it’s home," Abigail Hargreaves said.
Rotorua businesses prepare for 'strong summer' as international tourists return
Forecasts from the accommodation sector and airlines were looking “really positive”.
'A boomer of a day': Busy Boxing Day on the cards for Bay retailers
A good Boxing Day can help retailers set themselves up for a successful 2023.
Another holly, jolly Bay of Plenty news parody
OPINION: Samantha Motion returns with another musical take on the year in news
The Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on crime waves fuelled by price of tobacco
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Booming summer: Thousands to hit the music festivals and events in the region for weeks
A complete guide, from music festivals for all tastes to big sporting events.
Retiree villages in steady boom as more projects get underway
Demand for retirement housing and aged care is rapidly increasing and outstripping supply.
Migrant families embrace Kiwi Christmas
The Bunne-Namdaris, Arpanaeis, Calderons and Iwasakis will be celebrating a Kiwi Christmas
Luke Kirkness: Common sense must prevail over the summer break
OPINION: We can't let Christmas or summer be an excuse not to isolate.
Sonya Bateson: Christmas is a time to cherish family and home
OPINION: Home is where your family is.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Kapa haka in blood of proud performer
Opinion: The road to Te Matatini is about wellbeing.
Rangiwhakaekeau, a warrior of great repute
Of all the children born to Rangitihi – none was more famous than warrior Rangiwhakaekeau.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Creative crafts own pathway
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Be the one that others copy is Nan’s advice to her mokopuna.
Find a house or it's jail, judge sends warning to driver
She has one more chance to find a suitable address for electronic bail.
'It will come alive': Excitement, rejoicing as local iwi buys iconic tourism site
A Ngāti Whakaue kaumātua says it is a time to rejoice.
'You've got to be joking': Papakāinga site hit again
A man in charge of an iwi housing development hit by thieves has had his ute stolen again.