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Latest from Rotorua
Hypothermia, broken ribs and '10 minutes' from death: Father, daughter survive against the odds
"We tied our lifejackets together in case one of us became unconscious."
Summer read: The people living in Rotorua's Kuirau Park. 'It's not that bad being us'
Meet some of Rotorua's seasoned "streeties" who say "it's not that bad being us".
'Don't worry Mum, I've already had a good life': Mum's message on melanoma
Michael Pilaar died in June 2017.
Christmas tragedy: Attack puts 21-year-old in hospital
Ben Osborne almost missed Christmas with his family after he was attacked
Moderate injuries in two-car Christmas crash near Rotorua
Two people were trapped in their vehicles and cut free by firefighters.
Local Focus: V8 Trike Tours to make up lost ground in Rotorua
'Cruise ship operation was 80 per cent of our income'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Putting themselves in danger': Forced cancellation of rapid spills
People are putting their lives at risk not following guidelines at a tourist attraction.
'Shocking' attack on hot pool visitors
A man holidaying in Rotorua was attacked at a hot pool.
Kids say: Lasagne please, but no fish
Lasagne proves the most popular dish in school lunch scheme.
Rediscovering a taonga in our backyard
Rotorua is a true gem, discovers Sarah Daniell on a recent weekend visit.
Fijian-born Bay residents praying loved ones safe
Cyclone Yasa wreaking havoc on Fiji, and Bay of Plenty relatives share their concerns,
Fire restrictions across NZ: Northland 'near extreme' danger
Dry conditions and forecast strong winds have fire authorities on high alert.
Tenants from hell: Assault, indecent exposure and scaring neighbours
The Tenancy Tribunal has dealt with hundreds of Bay of Plenty complaints this year.
Report finds police 'oversights' in search for offenders who later died
The pair died after fleeing police into the bush at Tongariro National Park in 2017.
Serious injuries and traffic delays after crash
The incident was reported to police about 9.20am.
Public rush to lift car off boy in Rotorua carpark
Police are attending an incident on the corner of Ranolf and Pukuatua Sts.
'Just heartbreaking': Sudden death of schoolgirl shatters community
Kimalyn Smith-Filipo, 17, died in a "freak accident at home" on Friday.
Māori-owned Kohutapu Lodge launches long-awaited products in time for summer
It's been a tough year for Kohutapu Lodge but the owners are hoping for a busy summer.
Stalker admits following woman - he 'enjoyed watching her run'
He stalked in a park - a report on the risk of further sex offending has been ordered.
Christmas holidays: Record numbers expected for North Island holiday parks
"Because there's nowhere to go, we will get our usual Kiwis and we will get some extras."
Food rules change for ECEs after boy left brain damaged from choking
It's a bittersweet victory for a family of a little boy left brain damaged after choking.
Local Focus: 3D art and farm tours bouncing back with a new cafe opening
New cafe open for business Friday. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Watch: One year after the eruption - Whakaari commemorations
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the fatal eruption.
Inappropriate: Several soldiers reprimanded after MIQ incidents
Three soldiers were removed from duty, while one was charged for inappropriate behaviour.
Why ketamine is being trialled as an antidepressant in the Bay
The new drug trial is looking for participants.
'No winners': Baby's death shines light on child abuse
Top cop gives a voice to the voiceless: 'No one was speaking for baby Karlos.'
Petition for WorkSafe to drop Whakaari / White Island charges
Petition signatories want WorkSafe to drop charges related to two helicopter pilots.
'Massive' shark spotted near the Pukehina shoreline
He had been in "complete shock" and continued filming the shark on its journey.
Charges won't bring him back, says White Island victim's brother
Whaakari/ White Island tour guide's brother did not want charges laid.
'Treasured heirloom': Māori lawyer makes history with mataora
'To condemn mataora is to condemn Māori, so we must make mataora and moko kauae visible'.
Grieving mum: 'We are fighting for you' - inquest into six epilepsy deaths
Six New Zealanders lost unexpectedly to epilepsy the subject of major inquest.
Drug deals, fighting, screaming: Man tells of neighbours from hell
Resident speaks out about the behaviour of homeless people living in hotel next door.