New ZealandOrange rain warning: Bay of Plenty hit with road closures, slips and floodingRainfall amounts for BoP have ranged between 100 and 190mm.27 Mar 03:57 AM
New ZealandTeen victim of brutal ordeal flees NZ, woman jailedThe 19-year-old victim was so traumatised she left New Zealand to rebuild.26 Mar 11:28 PM
New Zealand‘A way we can remember them’: 12-hour relay for landslide victimsEight people died in two January landslides in Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.26 Mar 11:04 PM
New Zealand'Bottomless pit': Rotorua Museum grant criticised as BOP free entry axedFree entry clause dropped from funding amid concerns providing the money was a mistake.26 Mar 06:08 PM
New ZealandField of dreams? $2m Rotorua sport field development delayedThe site was first earmarked for sports in 2000, but was later looked at for housing.26 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandRuby Tui's autobiography brought to life with ballet showRuby Tui gave her blessing to the show, inspired by her 2022 book Straight Up.25 Mar 11:12 PM
New ZealandCorrections cuts contract with ex drug lord after 'serious sexual allegations'But Billy Macfarlane says the claims against him are untrue.25 Mar 08:45 PM
New Zealand'Will further victimise':Tauranga homeless advocates to protest proposed police powersTauranga homeless advocacy groups warn move-on orders would punish vulnerable people.25 Mar 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChild snatcher back in jail facing new charge a week after releaseTekuru was jailed in January for taking a toddler from her daycare with sexual intent.25 Mar 06:50 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'They just get on and play': CNI schools embrace cameras as Auckland holds outAll 54 CNI First XV games will stream free on Māori+ YouTube this season.25 Mar 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismUS asset manager gains consent for $250m deal to buy Wellington, Queenstown hotelsVendor NZ Hotel Holdings is backed by the NZ Super Fund and partners.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandStudents left waiting over an hour as school bus fails to show in PāpāmoaUp to 40 students were left without a bus and others were 'crammed' into another bus.25 Mar 04:05 AM
New ZealandRotorua authorities brace for fuel crunchSome Covid-19 lockdown lessons may come back into play.25 Mar 01:18 AM
New ZealandDog mauling leaves family pet fighting for life, sparks call for tougher lawsThe 11-year-old dog suffered extreme injuries and has already had two surgeries.24 Mar 09:56 PM
New Zealand'An exciting time': Te Arawa buys iconic Rotorua Duck Tours businessTe Arawa Lakes Trust said the strategic move will create jobs for descendants.24 Mar 09:55 PM
New ZealandOne critical after car hits tree on Rotorua's Fenton StPolice tape remains around the car and tree on the Fenton St median.24 Mar 09:55 PM
New ZealandChiefs halfback returning to Rotorua roots for 'special' Moana Pasifika matchHe hopes the game will help lift local rugby clubs he has seen 'struggle'.23 Mar 11:07 PM
TravelYour guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and moreYet to plan your Easter weekend? We've got you covered. 23 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandHow a mother and son's whitewater rafting trip turned to tragedyAlmost six years after Vivienne Pincott's death, coronial findings have been released.23 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLifang Chen: Why children can be better investors than adultsOPINION: Her daughter chose companies behind the games and brands she uses every day.23 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandFrom Rotorua to the bench: Two local lawyers step up as District Court judgesPrue McGuire returns to Palmerston North, where she began law in 1992.23 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandUnclaimed haul: Police want to return stolen jewellery and handbags in RotoruaThe items were taken in Glenholme and industrial area burglaries since mid-2023.23 Mar 02:04 AM
New ZealandRising bills, later babies: How money is changing family plans in the BayBay of Plenty births rose 6.7% in a decade, but population jumped 16.6%.22 Mar 11:00 PM
NetballNew Magic co-captains juggle life, leadership and a rising young squadErena Mikaere and Georgie Edgecombe are leading the team this season.22 Mar 10:35 PM
New ZealandStrike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win bigFour players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend. 22 Mar 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Why markets tend to do fine no matter who wins in NovemberShares have risen under every government since 1975, despite political shifts.22 Mar 03:00 PM
New Zealand'Struggling' families to move into 24 new homesMother describes new home as ‘lifesaver’ after years living off-grid.21 Mar 04:57 PM
New ZealandMuch-loved waterfront businesses lose wharf homeThe sportfishing club will be relocated behind the new $2m floodwall.20 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Fun-loving' boy faces 'uncertain' future after seizures, brain bleedHe has been in hospital two weeks so far, and has had two brain surgeries. 20 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Worst I’ve seen in 15 years': Cemetery 'mess' disappoints bereaved mumRotorua Lakes Council says there has been no change to budgets for cemetery maintenance.20 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm sick of men who hit women': Judge lambasts 'thug' who repeatedly attacked partner'Your behaviour was cowardly ... it was utter gratuitous violence.'20 Mar 06:03 AM
Wellington'I'm needing the huzz': Auction takes off for heart-shaped chip promising to find you loveBidding for the single Bluebird ready salted chip has already reached $100. 20 Mar 04:02 AM
New ZealandChoosing real‑life chemistry in a world full of dating apps Many now say swiping left and right feels isolating rather than exciting.20 Mar 03:15 AM
New Zealand'Didn’t feel real': Sister heartbroken after brother's memorial disappearsHandcrafted tributes, including a diamante bear and named bangle, were taken.20 Mar 01:30 AM
