Police shooting: Frustration as slain officer's family quarantined out of town
Constable Matthew Hunt's funeral likely to be delayed because of Covid quarantine rules.
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Angry travellers sent to Rotorua at last minute for quarantine
Rotorua has been added as a new hub for managed quarantine.
Petition against stockcar club's Confederate emblem gathers support
The club secretary rejected the petition founder's request for "constructive dialogue".
Hannah Tamaki: 'Why should I be squeezed into a little box?
The controversial leader of Vision NZ says criticism is "water off a swan's back".
Man jailed for child sex crimes on infant daughter
Man's actions described as "appalling offending" and "depraved conduct".
Innocent teen shot at twice by gunman in car
A man in a red hoodie fired a gun twice at an innocent teen as he drove home from work.
Victim of violent bar brawl attack speaks out
The victim described his head injury as being a "dark moment".
Local Focus: Rotorua community returns to catfish hunting
Two catching sites have re-opened, one is brand new. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rotorua community returns to catfish hunting
Two catching sites have re-opened, one is brand new. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Chainsaw bar murder: Guilty plea entered
Ford remained silent and kept his head held high throughout the hearing.
Tokoroa fire: Children treated for smoke inhalation
Firefighters from Tokoroa battled the blaze for more than two hours.
Weather: Heavy rainfall and snow in the south
A number of heavy rain watches are in place around the country.
'Six weeks in and not a lot has happened'
Councillors challenge slow progress of Covid-19 recovery strategy.
Disabled park row: Dr Lance O'Sullivan granted diversion
Dr O'Sullivan threw a brick through a car window because it was parked in a disabled spot.
Flight attendant's contact with new Covid cases impacts schools, rugby training
Whānau affected by the exposure this morning learned the Covid test was negative.
Hannah Tamaki announces policies for 2020 election
Tamaki, who leads Vision NZ, announced yesterday she would stand for Waiariki.
'Good luck with your project!': Jacinda Ardern's sweet message for Rotorua kids
"Kia ora to everyone at Lynmore School", a smiling Ardern said.
Death threats: Man apologises after tā moko Facebook comment sparks uproar
Rotorua motel suffers backlash after being wrongly associated with the man.
Election 2020: Destiny Church's Hannah Tamaki to run in Waiariki electorate
Tamaki, who leads Vision NZ, announced her candidacy today.
Boiling over: New gang rift unravels police mediation
Gang tensions are boiling over, prompting police to bring in special help.
Whakaari/White Island: Volcanic Alert Level lowered
The volcano has been at Alert Level Two since November.
MP says stockcar club shouldn't oust Confederate flag
But black woman Shalane Williams says the club flags are "a metaphoric slap in the face".
Free smokes and a bed: The cost of housing our homeless
New figures reveal the cost of housing the homeless in motels in Rotorua.
'Embroiled in a controversy': Stockcar club to rethink Confederate flag
It has been a prominent symbol representing the Rotorua Rebels and Rascals for decades.
'Hate and oppression': Calls for stockcar teams to stop using Confederate flag
The push comes after Nascar banned the controversial flag.
'Kill him, dog': Terror as men smash car at petrol station
Men 'spent a good minute or two' smashing up the car.
Former cop says he questioned Whakaari risks but 'no action' taken
There are now 27 WorkSafe staff working on the investigation into the eruption.
Local Focus: A story of redemption for Ngongotaha Rugby Club
From just four senior players. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rugby and redemption in Ngongotaha
From just four senior players. Made with funding by NZ On Air.
Names of Te Teko murder accused and his alleged victim suppressed
A man accused of murdering a woman in Te Teko remains in custody.
Beverly Bouma's killer tells girlfriend: 'I'm gonna kill you'
He was 16 when he was involved in Beverly Bouma's death in 1998. Now he's back in jail.
Potentially deadly: Police warn of 'bad batch' of synthetic cannabis
Warning comes as details of man's death made public.
Surprise! Dancers take to Eat Streat
Eat Streat patrons got more than they bargained for on Friday.
Expert advice: Nine top tips for first-home buyers
Advice given for people thinking of buying a home for the first time.