PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: We can't expect teachers to be parents tooOPINION: 'School is about creating an atmosphere where students enjoy learning.'21 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Stale, frozen, hard, crumbly’: Rotorua students served one bread roll for lunchThe school's co-principal says the menu lacks appeal and results in significant waste.21 Mar 06:06 AM
New ZealandMan died in armchair four days after crash injuries not detectedLance Hohaia Houpapa was found dead in his armchair four days after a crash. 21 Mar 04:30 AM
New ZealandIn by Christmas: Building of 28 subsidised rentals on track The rentals will target essential workers in healthcare, education and emergency services.21 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandPerson dead in BoP hunting incidentPolice were notified at 2am about the incident.20 Mar 11:24 PM
New Zealand‘Means the world to us’: NZ biking tech joins global cycling programmeThe programme connects cycling start-ups with mentors and funding opportunities.20 Mar 09:13 PM
OpinionMitchell HagemanThe Chase NZ? What a Kiwi version of the hit show could look likeAustralia has already launched their series. Who would star in an NZ version?20 Mar 08:24 PM
New Zealand‘A new frontier’: How supercritical geothermal could change NZ energyAbout $12m to $15m has already been spent on investigative work.20 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘Step backwards’: MP’s equal voting rights bill challengedIwi group leaders argue the bill ignores political disadvantages faced by Māori.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Landmark gigs’: Artists ready to show their funky sides at Lakeside concertThe much-anticipated Rotorua Lakeside Concert is this Saturday.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Significant ongoing risk': Man who abducted and raped 14yo girl had raped twice beforeHe came across the young teen walking on her own and plied her with alcohol.20 Mar 06:00 AM
New Zealand'He was a sweet boy': Dume the giraffe dies during routine health check'He captured the hearts of everyone with his gentle and majestic presence.'20 Mar 04:36 AM
New ZealandOlympians join fight against Bay of Plenty river energy projectThe Māori landowners group proposing the project says people are jumping to conclusions.20 Mar 04:17 AM
New ZealandShare Farmers of the Year revealed at Central Plateau awardsThe Kiffs won Share Farmer of the Year, milking 580 cows in Tokoroa.19 Mar 11:24 PM
New ZealandTeen’s ‘out of this world’ expeditionZoe Parker said it was the best two weeks of her life.19 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismThe thrill of a luge ride: Skyline expanding in six countriesFrom its first gondola in Queenstown in 1967, Skyline is now a global luge business. 19 Mar 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Curly issues’: Judge’s Tarawera decision ‘as soon as possible’A decision on works would be made in weeks rather than months.19 Mar 05:30 AM
New ZealandWould Jesus vote for Act? Church leaders respondDavid Seymour may be joking but he's still missing the point, say Christian leaders.19 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandBoP is NZ’s most expensive place to rentIt's up $20 a week on Auckland and $15 on Wellington.19 Mar 01:56 AM
New ZealandWhai basketballers pump up Rotorua for historic gameWhai players court fans in Rotorua ahead of historic game in city.18 Mar 11:33 PM
New ZealandGotta catch ‘em all: Suspect caught after Pokémon card heistThe alleged suspect took $2200 worth of trading cards.18 Mar 08:28 PM
TravelNew Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.18 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Hungry for customers’: New way for public to have their say plannedCouncil chief executive wants 'customers' at the centre of the organisation's thinking.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy a charity drive is a lifeline for families like Emma’sEmma had open-heart surgery at four days old.18 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Middle class struggle’: Housing costs hit essential workersMarket rent is $650 per week; these homes will rent for $520, saving $6760 annually.17 Mar 11:39 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJuicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4mOne ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'. 17 Mar 10:05 PM
Travel newsNew Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winnersAn inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandCancer survivor calls for funding of DaratumumabTove Jensen-Munroe says the drug will be her 'best option' if she relapses. Video / Megan WilsonWatch17 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘I was in bed for a year’: Cancer survivor calls for $220k-a-year drug to be fundedOther patients consider moving overseas or starting a Givealittle to pay for the drug.17 Mar 03:02 AM
New Zealand‘Did what he loved to do’: Tributes flow for ‘Mr Marathon’Dennis Kenny was the race director of the Rotorua Marathon for 34 years until 2003.17 Mar 01:56 AM
New ZealandRotorua’s suggested ‘rates swap’ labelled ‘unfair’ by deputy mayorDeputy mayor says it makes district council look like "bad guys" with a rates rise.16 Mar 09:00 PM
Sport‘Pretty farcical’: Empty high-performance centre under scrutinyIntended as a central training hub, the Karāpiro site is now underused.16 Mar 08:18 PM
New Zealand$180m retirement village approved under fast-track consent'The economic impacts of the development are significant.'16 Mar 08:09 PM
New Zealand‘Lucky to be alive’: Five rescued after boats sink in Lake RotoitiNone of the five individuals was wearing a lifejacket during the incident.16 Mar 07:35 PM
