New Zealand'Common sense': Plans to move parolee facility to isolated valley scrapped"We have been very clear that the proposed location is not appropriate."16 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandMan admits taking 3yo girl with intent to have sexual connectionHe pleaded guilty to unlawfully taking her from an early childhood centre.16 Sep 04:07 AM
New ZealandWild winds cut power to thousands, trees down About 2500 Rotorua households on Unison’s network lost power over the weekend.15 Sep 04:24 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: School band get grant to record single after winning national final15 Sep 02:45 AM
PremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Rear view v crystal ball, why leading indicators matter more right now14 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Thoughts go out to children, police officer, after Phillips shooting13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen robber given 80% sentencing discounts, back reoffending five months later12 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua Museum and local issues discussed at senior voters’ forumCandidates debated the $8.3m Rotorua Museum shortfall at a packed Grey Power forum.12 Sep 06:08 AM
Kahu'Loss of a taonga': Whānau history inspires geothermal researchPart of their land was taken in the 1960s to build the airport.12 Sep 02:37 AM
New ZealandMotorcylist accused of killing deaf and blind pedestrian granted bailPaige Johnson, 24, died three days after being struck on a Rotorua crossing.12 Sep 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 'perfect storm' hitting Tauranga's construction industryConsents and filled jobs in the sector are down, but some see a turnaround coming.11 Sep 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHow this remarkable 16-year old led his school back to rugby gloryAt just 16, Te Ariki Rogers was chosen to captain the Rotorua Boys' First XV.11 Sep 08:21 PM
New ZealandWomen urge promoter boycott after sex crimes case revealedHe founded Bay Dreams and One Love and is promoting a Snoop Dogg show this month.11 Sep 07:04 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyHow Auckland First XVs dominate national selection, despite not making Top FourAuckland provides 10 of the 26 players named in the New Zealand Schools squad.10 Sep 10:01 PM
New ZealandTertiary institute reverses plan to close two campuses, will still cut 150+ jobsThe continuation of operations at one campus relies on government funding.10 Sep 07:07 PM
New ZealandTeen steps up: Gisborne fire brigade’s young volunteer answers the callGisborne relies on volunteers, with the nearest career stations hours away.10 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It's a long and shameful list – NZ needs to do betterOPINION: Big changes are needed to better protect vulnerable children in their own homes.10 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCandi-dating: Voters quiz election hopefuls in speed-dating style eventConstituents had the chance to ask candidates burning questions as voting opened.10 Sep 03:41 AM
New Zealand'Could be a game changer': NZ's first supercritical geothermal site chosenDrilling is expected to start in 18 to 24 months in the Taupō Volcanic Zone.10 Sep 03:40 AM
New ZealandUnion claims Rotorua nursery closing, council says no decisions made yetThe Rotorua Lakes Council says it is discussing 'a proposal' with staff.10 Sep 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Thousands jailed before trial shows system is brokenOPINION: New Zealand should contract the private sector to accommodate bailed citizens.10 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua Boys' rugby stars earn national team call-upsThe U18 camp includes live-streamed matches on the All Blacks YouTube channel.09 Sep 11:46 PM
New Zealand'Awesome': Initiative aims to welcome more women to building tradesWomen now make up 6% of BCITO apprentices.09 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandLeading entertainment figure named for sex crimes against babysitterThe Supreme Court has dismissed music promoter Pato Alvarez’s appeal. 09 Sep 05:26 AM
New ZealandOutdoor education could 'die a slow death' under Govt proposal - teacherThere are concerns making the subject vocational only will see fewer students sign up.08 Sep 09:55 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidate drops out due to 'health complication''I will get through this setback,' Haehaetu Barrett posted on social media.08 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhere Rotorua candidates stand on Māori wardsPoll on the future of Rotorua's three-member Māori ward occurs alongside local election.07 Sep 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: NZ's economic recovery delayed, but not derailedThe Reserve Bank cut the Official Cash Rate to 3% last month.07 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Heartening' rise in dog adoptions, but many still being put downCouncil highlights need for potential dog owners to make 'informed choices'.06 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Pulling out of the Paris climate deal will only become more popularACT shared a screenshot showing David Seymour discussed it in February.06 Sep 05:00 PM