Revealed: What Police Commissioner told deputy after critical IPCA report into bullying complaints
Chief Ombudsman forces Police Minister to release redacted letter in the public interest.
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PM: 'You simply can't learn distracted by an empty stomach'
'You simply can't learn distracted by an empty stomach' – says PM Jacinda Ardern.
Children still love their dad despite him killing their mum
Michael Douthett appeared for sentencing today after shooting dead his wife in Ngākuru.
Guests evacuated after fire at Rotorua tourist attraction
As an apology all guests are being offered a complimentary rebooking.
From 'living nightmare' to dream house
One extended Rotorua family has gone from a motel 'living nightmare' to their dream home.
Fugitive who bashed Rotorua teacher arrested after three months on the run
The Rotorua Intermediate School teacher is still not back into full-time work.
Heartbreak motels: Fights and drugs scare off Rotorua tourists
The Government has paid more than $3.3 million to Rotorua motels in three months.
Name suppression for man charged after $36m meth bust
The man was charged after a bust in Fairy Springs at 10pm on August 15.
'I just want justice for my wife' - inquest into woman killed by tree
A coroner's inquest into the death of a woman killed by a falling tree took place today.
Second man arrested after three fled police custody in Levin
Police continue to seek Te Wera Hemara.
Farmhouse on fire in Hamurana
Firefighters are working to put out a farmhouse fire at Hamurana.
Woman connected to Nia Glassie toddler murder admits new assault charge
One of the people charged in relation to Nia Glassie's death has admitted a new assault.
Rotorua man missing for weeks has been found dead
Andrew Gunn was last seen on July 21 on State Highway 38 wearing a dark jacket and pants.
'Ugliest' trophy in NZ rugby returns to Rotorua
The glorious and time-honoured ugliest trophy in New Zealand rugby returned to Rotorua.
'He asked me back to his room': Kiwi stylist to the stars on Sir Ian McKellen
Conquering 'gay boy' schoolyard taunts to carve out career as a hair and beauty stylist.
'I will never forgive you': Family's heartbreak at driver
Nakeeta Prior, 19, was sentenced in the Rotorua District Court this week.
'That's my baby': Cat owner finds arrow embedded near pet's spine
An Alison St resident said her tabby cat, Sativa, appeared to be shot intentionally.
Rotorua runaway millionaire's story revealed for first time in documentary
Runaway Millionaires which tells the story of a Rotorua couple is screening September 1.
Fourth escaped prisoner this week, police launch national review
Levi Parekuka escaped police custody while at Rotorua Hospital just after 4pm.
Steven Adams and Willie Apiata visit Whangārei
As soon as they could, the kids crowded around the NBA star, Steven Adams.
Housing area rejection: 'I feel sad for the people of Rotorua'
"We had the opportunity to do something really good": Developer Martin Schilt.
Tokoroa man charged with murder with chainsaw bar
Police found the dead man's body after being called to a serious assault yesterday.
Sacked by 'rude' employer: Adventure Playground to pay ex staffer $62k
Shaun Isaac worked intermittently for the business between 2013 and 2017.
Man charged with murder over Waikato death
Police were called to a Tokoroa house after reports of a serious incident.
Local Focus: Candidate advocates spending on arts and culture
It's time for a shake-up says Mercia-Dawn Yates. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Mitre 10 Cup: The pressure's all on Auckland for Bay clash
Bay of Plenty Steamers take on Auckland in round three of the Mitre 10 Cup.
Local Focus: Candidate advocates spending on arts and culture
It’s time for a shake-up says Mercia-Dawn Yates. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Colin Jeffries-Smith jailed for death of gang member
Colin Jeffries-Smith was sentenced in the High Court at Rotorua today.
Rare plant found in 1000-year-old forest near Rotorua
The rare shrub was spotted by the Rotorua Canopy Tours team earlier this week.
Speed-dating job hunting event next month
Youngsters encouraged to attend speed dating-style job interviews.