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'Pleading for his life': Mobster murdered fellow gang member, dumped his body
Killer appeals against his conviction and sentence, with partial success.
Digger operator who died in Kaingaroa Forest incident named
WorkSafe is investigating the Ōpōtiki man's death on Wednesday.
'A good mate, a really competitive bugger': Squash legend dies
Three-time national champ Trevor Johnston always squeezed in a run to keep fit.
WorkSafe investigates digger driver's 'tragic' death in Kaingaroa Forest
Work at the forestry processing site has been suspended since Wednesday.
'Transformational': Shared home ownership scheme could save families up to $170k
'They end up having a lot more cash each month as a family.'
'Frustrated and ashamed': Mayor faces backlash for 'shut down' in meeting
The councillor involved in the exchange is New Zealand's longest-serving.
Police appealing for information on the whereabouts of wanted man Rawhiti Tokona
Members of the public are urged not to approach him.
11th person denies murdering Tauranga father ahead of trial
A jury trial is set for early September.
'You have robbed me of my safe place': 'Sick' prowler caught peeping on camera revealed
Joshua Williams left a solo mum a note saying: 'Hey cute. What’s your number'.
Prowler caught on camera sentenced
A Rotorua man has been sentenced to community detention after admitting prowling around outside a solo mother's house while doing an indecent act.
The trail of clues that led police to $400k meth stash in wardrobe
Damien Porter was on parole for earlier drug-dealing when 1kg of meth was found in motel.
'Oh my god:' Neighbour’s shock at seeing toddler gasping for breath in alleged killer's arms
'I was just like, ‘oh my God’... she looked dead.'
'Tragic fatality': Digger driver dies after excavator submerged in forestry accident
Attempts to rescue the operator were unsuccessful and they were found dead.
'Genuine Kiwi bloke': Police name man who died on fishing trip near Whakaari
His funeral will be held in Rotorua on Friday.
How 'friends with benefits' turned into sexual abuse, explicit videos and death threats
She was a social butterfly. He left her 'paralysed in fear', unable to leave home.
'For the community, he was their All Black': Provincial rugby 'legend' remembered
He had three passions apart from his family – dairy farming, rugby, and music.
Crushing 4% rental yield gap largest in 15 years – but many investors undeterred
'Rents are nowhere near enough to cover the mortgage for a typical debt-backed purchase.'
'Breaking point': Man accused of toddler's murder claims her mother caused injuries
Sadie-Leigh Gardner died from inoperable and unsurvivable head injuries in 2019.
Pie king Patrick Lam among gold award pastry winners
It's no surprise Patrick's Pies has scored high in this year's awards.
'Limiting': Few options for council with new Māori wards as bill passes
'I look at this with disdain to be honest,' Māori ward councillor says.
'Stunned': Rotorua player wins $75,000 on $5 scratchie
The winner said they 'always' bought the same scratchie - an Instant Kiwi crossword.
'Make Rotorua great again': National retailer returns to CBD
How Rotorua's CBD is transforming.
Voting open for People's Choice in Rotorua business awards
Rotorua businesses celebrate tenacity and resilience for 2024 award season.
Toddler was 'floppy and barely breathing' in her alleged killer's arms
Sadie-Leigh died in March 2019 after she was found to have unsurvivable brain injuries.
Container-like Kāinga Ora apartment builds: Why little's changed in 3 months
Ranolf St and Malfroy Rd development shocked residents in March - when will it be done?
Opinion: Rate cuts are coming, here's what investors should do
OPINION: The Reserve Bank would need to make a move soon, Mark Lister says.
'Apparently the best show I’ve ever done': Comedian Ed Byrne to perform in Bay
He will perform his newest show in Rotorua on August 14 and Tauranga on August 15.
Main street meltdown: How NZ’s high streets are changing
We take a walk down some of New Zealand's high streets.
Editorial: Revival of NZ’s urban centres hinges on innovation and diversity
Main street transformations are not unique to New Zealand.
'Grenade' hidden in baby formula tin put Rotorua suburb into lockdown
Charles Rameka told police he'd planted a bomb in a car.
Couple profile: Laura Smith and Nikora Simpkins
Laura and Nikora talk up the run-up to Harcourts Dancing for Hospice.
'We’re not here to censor them': Council adds public forums for first time
Speakers will have to stick to rules, however.
A 'crackhead…rampage': Govt applies to extend 7 Rotorua emergency housing motels
Consent sought for 7 contracted emergency motels to continue a further year.