New ZealandMore rain on way as waters rise across Bay of PlentyOpotiki being warned of more heavy rain to come after recent downpours.12 Feb 03:29 AM
New ZealandTree which killed woman a 'tolerable' risk of dead limb failureTree that crushed woman was last year described as a "tolerable" risk.12 Feb 03:18 AM
New ZealandPolice seek information following aggravated robbery in WhakataneForecourt attendant left "shaken" following an aggravated robbery in Whakatane.12 Feb 02:23 AM
New ZealandFresh heavy rain warning issued for Bay of PlentyA heavy rain warning remains in place for Rotorua and Bay of Plenty.11 Feb 09:51 PM
New ZealandCar crashes into bank on State Highway 36A car has crashed into a bank on the Tauranga Direct Rd this morning.11 Feb 07:04 PM
CrimeFormer top cricketer denies sex chargesA former top cricketer has pleaded not guilty to sex charges against 11 women.10 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandWoman awarded $25k after unjustified dismissalA local business has been ordered to pay one of its former employees more than $25,000.09 Feb 07:50 PM
New ZealandStruggle to move on after dismissalA Rotorua woman talks about her struggles since leaving Richora Group Limited.09 Feb 07:48 PM
New ZealandJuror in Rotorua gang trial offered $5000 bribeA $5000 bribe was offered to a juror deliberating in a Rotorua gang shooting trial.09 Feb 02:16 AM
New ZealandMcClay rubbishes leadership speculationRotorua's MP says National Party fully behind Bill English and Paula Bennett.08 Feb 11:02 PM
New ZealandParts of Lake Tarawera on amber alertResults on possible algal blooms and discolouration affecting parts of Lake Tarawera.08 Feb 09:55 PM
New ZealandSportsman accused of attacks on womenName suppression lapses for man accused of groping one woman and violating another.08 Feb 01:03 AM
TravelRotorua: Family favouritesA place where the whanau can enjoy a whole lot of adventurous fun during a weekend break.07 Feb 11:00 PM
EntertainmentKiwi short film Coffin Club lands SXSW spotRotorua Coffin Club short film to screen at South By South West film festival in Austin.07 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandFoodstuffs Rotorua distribution centre jobs in limboMore than 50 jobs at the Rotorua Foodstuffs distribution centre are in limbo.07 Feb 05:18 AM
New ZealandCase called for 24 people charged over Whakatane gang clashGang clash has high court sequel.07 Feb 12:31 AM
New ZealandMan pleads not guilty to murder in TaurangaA man has appeared in the High Court at Rotorua relating to a Tauranga murder case.06 Feb 08:11 PM
New ZealandStormy the dog missing after fatal crashPolice are seeking witnesses to fatal crash in Waikino - and help to find a dog.06 Feb 09:27 AM
New ZealandSubmissions close on controversial water-bottling boostA controversial resource consent application is one step closer to the end.05 Feb 07:09 PM
TravelThousands flock to Flochella at Rotorua's Blue LakeThousands have flocked to Tikitapu for the Flochella festival05 Feb 05:27 AM
New ZealandPlane comes off runway at Rotorua AirportA small plane has come off the runway upon landing at Rotorua Airport this morning.03 Feb 10:00 PM
EntertainmentSlimmer Stan Walker shrugs off health woes to rock RotoruaHeavy showers make way for a lighter pop star at the food and music event.03 Feb 08:29 PM
New ZealandGondola at Whakapapa ski area ready by mid-20192400 people per hour moved from Top o' the Bruce to Knoll Ridge - plan02 Feb 09:00 PM
RugbyWelsh sevens players enjoy cultural experienceThe Welsh sevens team have participated in a cultural experience at Rotorua's Te Puia.01 Feb 05:19 PM
New ZealandLove a duck! Here's a rare pair indeedTwo whio have been welcomed to their new home at Rainbow Springs.01 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandDairy owner wins 'David and Goliath' battleThreatened with the withdrawal of banking services, Jaymesh Kumar started a petition.01 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandSuper blue blood moon dazzles global gazersPhotographers and stargazers treated to a spectacle as the moon hung in the night sky.31 Jan 05:55 PM
New ZealandDNA testing on placenta found in RotoruaPolice are trying to determine the origins of a placenta discovered by the Utuhina Stream.31 Jan 03:01 AM
CrimePolice Notebook: Glenholme and Pukehangi burglary hot spotsThe following incidents were reported to Rotorua police during the past few days.30 Jan 05:02 PM
MotorsportLupton flies to the leadKen Lupton flies the flag for Waverley after round one of Hydro Thunder series30 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandChildren find human placenta by Utuhina StreamRotorua police have concerns after finding a human placenta and umbilical cord.30 Jan 02:56 AM
New ZealandTyla-Eva's first day at schoolTyla-Eva Ferguson will join her siblings on the walk to school, marking a milestone.29 Jan 07:30 PM
New ZealandTeen injured after lake jump in a stable conditionAn 18-year-old woman who was injured in Rotorua on Sunday is in a stable condition.28 Jan 09:38 PM
