PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Heartbeat of the lake': Iconic paddleboat set for comebackDamon Hagaman bought and restored the dry-docked boat with help from local volunteers.03 Jul 08:58 PM
New ZealandHeating or eating a tough call for some after rates rise, says councillorAnother councillor said his stance was 'disingenuous' after he backed additional funding.02 Jul 09:13 PM
New ZealandClaim councils 'bullied' into pursuing joint water services'Leave us alone': One councillor's message to the Government.27 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'A win for Tarawera': Sewerage connection cost lowered to $36k per householdAn additional $4.685m has been committed to the scheme by the Government and two councils.27 Jun 07:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Feeding kittens': Debate on supporting Rotorua's rough sleepers heats upAbout 50 people attended a public meeting to discuss homelessness in Rotorua.17 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Priority location': Govt announces 189 new homes for Rotorua'We’re backing community-led solutions to address the need here,' Minister says.16 Jun 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rotorua's homeless dilemma highlights deeper social issuesOPINION: A business owner nearby lost revenue as customers avoided the encampment.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandClaim councillor told another to '**** off' after 'true history' clashThe councillor says he did not say the words – but his meaning was correctly inferred.13 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandHit-and-run accused banned from CBD after incident near night marketThe incident occurred near the Rotorua Night Market on June 5.12 Jun 11:30 PM
New ZealandSex in the city? Mayor defends removing homeless camp, cites offensive behaviourSix people were trespassed on Wednesday and four more on Thursday.12 Jun 10:12 PM
New ZealandNight market cancelled this week ‘as a precaution’ after vehicle incidentRotorua Lakes Council is investigating and doing a health and safety review.11 Jun 07:57 PM
New ZealandQuorum 'glitch': Councillor absences force submission hearing to pauseThe council says it happens 'very rarely', and the mayor says absences were valid.11 Jun 07:55 PM
New Zealand'Moved around like cattle': Rough sleepers in makeshift CBD camp trespassedThe council says the operation was necessary due to antisocial behaviour.11 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua Homelessness: Local wants to buy cabins to fix problemRotorua Daily Post's Kelly Makiha spoke to Ryan Bridge about homelessness and a local determined to fix the problem.Watch09 Jun 07:51 PM
New Zealand'Unsafe levels': Toxic gas concern closes events centre officeRotorua's council is investigating the source and monitoring gas levels.06 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Blown away': Tonnes of rubbish collected in city clean-upThe man leading the effort plans more for the city.05 Jun 11:25 PM
New Zealand'They just want to play': Kids miss out as sports field vandalism issue growsA retired cop aims to track down those responsible for damage to his club's grounds. 05 Jun 06:32 PM
New Zealand'Right and proper': Rotorua council agrees to return land to whānauCouncillors decided to return the land rather than sell it.04 Jun 10:11 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'Keep Rotorua beautiful' - Dad leads charge for citywide clean-up this SaturdayVolunteers will clean areas like Linton Park and Ngongotahā Skate Park.28 May 01:48 AM
New ZealandRegional ratepayers to fund $3.58m loan for Tarawera Sewerage SchemeDebate on the final split of the controversial scheme's $32.3m cost begins today.27 May 06:40 PM
New ZealandControversial plan to move prisoner reintegration facility takes next stepIt comes as the council investigates the facility's activities at its current site.26 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandRotorua locals have their say on city's futureCouncillors hear of 'a Rotorua success we should all be proud of'.19 May 07:35 PM
New Zealand'Drop-kick losers': Outrage as masked gang of trail bikers tear up kids' rugby fieldsParents and coaches confronted masked bikers at Rotorua rugby fields.16 May 06:36 AM
New Zealand'About time': Residents sick of 'boy racers' back Govt plan to toughen lawsMinisters announced the changes in Rotorua on Sunday, alongside Mayor Tania Tapsell.11 May 06:06 PM
New ZealandFirst stage of Tarawera sewerage scheme completeThe first homes are expected to be connected by the end of June.09 May 05:17 AM
New ZealandMayor seeks extra $3.5m from regional council for $32.3m sewerage schemeResidents have also described the 'unbearable stress' of the costs they face.08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua drivers hit with month's parking fees in one dayThe council has apologised for any 'short-term inconvenience' the issue caused.06 May 11:33 PM
New ZealandHow this city is bucking the national trend for new home buildsHalf of the new homes were social housing or affordable rentals.04 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not a trivial matter': Lake Tarawera locals push for lower sewerage costs Residents' group has three non-negotiable funding conditions, including a maximum cost.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy this rural town expects a big crowd at its special Anzac Day serviceBetween 500 and 600 people, including Australians, are expected to attend.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Incompetence': Reserve neighbour slates delay to fell rotting treeHe says it shouldn't have taken him 'jumping up and down' to have it cut down.21 Apr 11:20 PM
New ZealandFresh court action against Rotorua council sewerage scheme expectedThe council has restarted construction on stage one and says it will take four weeks.16 Apr 11:02 PM
New Zealand'Big deal': Hopes for change as city adopts first accessibility policyAbout 25% of Rotorua’s population, roughly 20,000 people, have disabilities.12 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil assessing Rotorua lake weed build-upRotting weed can cause a strong smell and build-up happens after bad weather.07 Apr 11:00 PM
