New Zealand'Positive to see': Foodbank donations tracking similar to last yearTauranga Te Papa Rotary Club is the latest group to throw support behind the foodbank25 Nov 03:04 AM
New ZealandStudents 'in tears': Proposal to axe 'invaluable' apprenticeshipThe Waipā campus in Rotorua is 'the only facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere'.24 Nov 06:05 PM
New ZealandWaipā campus tutor Kerry Parker speaks about proposed cuts at Toi Ohomai.Parker says the forestry and wood manufacturing apprenticeship programme is 'invaluable'. Video / Megan WilsonWatch24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessOpinion: Beware, not all mortgage rate drops will follow OCR cutsOPINION: Mark Lister warns: 'Not all rates will fall equally' despite recent OCR cuts.24 Nov 03:00 PM
New ZealandDeadly boat capsize shows importance of sandbar crossing safety - CoronerAn experienced boatie died when his boat capsized on Tairua bar in January 2022.24 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandOne dead in Weymouth crash, police name victim, five fatalities in two daysThe 29-year-old died in a single-car crash on Friday.24 Nov 02:49 AM
EntertainmentYouTube superstar leads haka, mobbed by Kiwi fans in RotoruaMore than 50,000 watch live as the viral sensation travels through Rotorua.24 Nov 02:21 AM
New Zealand‘Excruciating fight’: Out-of-court settlement for family bereaved by White Island tragedyWith their lives shattered in the event, the family can now rebuild after the settlement.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive injured in two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 near ŌpōtikiThree fire trucks have been dispatched to the scene.23 Nov 02:16 AM
New ZealandMarine precinct sale stopped after interim injunction grantedThe council has also been served with judicial review proceedings.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua teen prostitution ring: Five men admit being customersDetails have been revealed about five men caught up in an underage prostitution ring.22 Nov 04:05 PM
New Zealand'Tragic that it’s still needed': How demand for this service has changed in 33 years'It used to be very much income-based ... that's changed.'22 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Everyone deserves warm kai': Kmart supports foodbankThe wishing tree appeal is in its 31st year and the need for it 'has never been greater'.22 Nov 05:05 AM
New ZealandCommunity boards facing axeWestern Bay of Plenty District could have fewer councillors to vote for next election.22 Nov 04:00 AM
BusinessKiwi pie company goes into liquidation'This decision has not been made lightly'.22 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandLiquor stores caught selling to minorsA tavern operating without a duty manager also found in breach.21 Nov 11:31 PM
New ZealandA day at the foodbank: 'A lot of fun, a lot of problem-solving, and a lot of kindness'What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.21 Nov 11:02 PM
New Zealand'National movement': Youth drive 283,000-signature petition against Treaty billThe Rotorua law student who authored it says the support was 'overwhelming but inspiring'.21 Nov 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters to the editor: Māori Battalion haka heard on battlefieldOPINION: Our readers have their say.21 Nov 03:40 PM
New ZealandDad describes evacuation as 'intense' wildfire threatened homesFirefighters remain at the scene two days later dealing with flare-ups.21 Nov 11:15 AM
New Zealand'Grabbing his shotgun': Council granted injunction after threats, abuse reportedLocal Democracy Reporting obtained the decision through the court.21 Nov 01:22 AM
New Zealand'Feel the wairua': $300k sculpture by Rotorua artist unveiled in Tauranga CBDA 7-tonne sculpture by a has been unveiled in Tauranga's Red Square.21 Nov 01:02 AM
New ZealandWoman allegedly four times over booze limit caught speeding at school pick-up timeThe 42-year-old was clocked driving 30km over the speed limit, police say.20 Nov 09:28 PM
New Zealand'Flare up at 1am': Ten properties evacuated due to shelter belt fireCrews are monitoring and mopping up hot spots this morning.20 Nov 08:05 PM
New Zealand'The deal sucks': MPs seek Auditor-General inquiry into marine precinct saleTauranga City Council is investigating its sale of the precinct to a developer.20 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandCar engulfed with fire on SH29A vehicle caught fire on State Highway 29 in the Lower Kaimai Range on Wednesday evening.20 Nov 07:03 PM
New ZealandFirefighters working overnight to extinguish 'massive fire' in Bay of PlentyResidents were forced from their homes due to the fire.20 Nov 07:31 AM
New ZealandThe man who can lift a grand pianoRich Farrell aims for top 10 finish at the world Strongman Games.20 Nov 01:08 AM
New Zealand'She will be fantastic': 10yo dancer excited for role in Royal NZ Ballet show'She was really excited when she was asked to do the part, as she loves performing.'19 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Footage shows flames, smoke pouring from shed fireFive crews were called to the fire.19 Nov 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHigh hopes, no new homes yet: NZ Super Fund, Classic partnership'No titles have come through yet for build partners to commence the construction.'19 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Best solution': SH1 section set to partially reopen this week'We lost four days of work since we started work in this area, all because of rain.'19 Nov 07:40 AM
New Zealand'Really happy': Community donates thousands to Christmas Appeal in first weekThe foodbank has collected $5560 in donated food, money, and gifts in week one.19 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandDracula's bringing 'seductive spectacle, sharp wit, high-octane energy' to RotoruaExpect acrobatics, powerhouse vocals and unforgettable comedy from the new show.18 Nov 09:50 PM
