Colleagues 'shattered' as 'incredible' local leader dies
'Huge shock - He will be sorely missed.'
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Third-generation cowboy takes out national rodeo championship
Rotorua rider named all-around champion cowboy.
Fatal SH5 Rotorua crash: Police appeal for witnesses
Deaths in Rotorua and Matamata bring the national holiday weekend road toll to five.
Police appeal for information following fatal SH5 crash in Rotorua
Police would like to speak with anyone who saw a silver Mazda Atenza travelling along SH5.
Asset-rich, cash-poor: Retirees selling homes and hitting the road
The New Zealand Motor Home Association's CEO is urging them not to make too big a leap.
Lean and green: Where to find great vegan food in New Zealand
These plant-based eateries around the country are worth a visit on your next getaway.
'Like getting stabbed': Woman speaks out about 'invisible' condition
When she was formally diagnosed, she thought her 'world was ending'.
Gang shooting: Teen admits opening fire at busy city intersection
He pulled a hood over his face, leaned out the passenger window and fired, police say.
Watch: Flames and smoke billow from Rotorua car fire
A car was 'fully involved' in flames.
'$84 a week to live in own homes': Ratepayers face 10.24 per cent rates rise
'This is what we want to do – but will you be happy paying that price?'
'Enraged' beggar lashes out at van driver at busy intersection
He told a judge he got a job. The judge said the community would be pleased.
Person airlifted to hospital after crash near Rotorua, road closed
The crash happened on Hamurana Rd near the intersection with Tauranga Direct Rd.
Jailed serial groper who did indecent act on parole to be released again
Disgraced former senior representative cricket player 'will not pose an undue risk'.
Rotorua to Auckland: Four youths arrested after stolen car spiked on motorway
Police say the vehicle went almost twice the posted speed limit.
'10 minutes of shaking': Uncommon style of earthquake activity at Ruapehu
“Over the last month, we have seen a maximum of six of these earthquakes a day."
Watch: Why six thieves abandoned this liquor store ram raid
There were at least five other car-related crimes in Rotorua overnight on Saturday.
'It happened so fast': Mum hit by car in a restaurant tells how she survived
She and her husband had just finished their garlic bread when they heard a bang.
'Chasing rainbows': Home buyers getting fussy while vendors seek 'Lotto win' sales
'I think the market's bottomed out and it is consolidating now.'
Crankworx Rotorua: Female athletes mark major milestone with 'dazzling array of tricks'
'So many little girls in the stands ... this is probably one of my career highlights.'
'Malnourished and emaciated': Farmer found guilty in animal cruelty case
A jury has reached verdicts relating to an animal cruelty case.
Long lunches, jazz and a 'bun in a bottle': How you can eat, drink and be entertained this Easter
A list of some of our favourite venues to raise your glass, dine and be entertained.
Male riders' bombshell withdrawal from Rotorua mountain bike event
The event was scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 24.
'Immensely sad': Three judges die in one week
It has been a tough week for the judiciary and law and order, judges say.
Watch: $90k invention helps boy walk again, eight years after choking tragedy
How the community has helped make his parents' dream come true.
'Overworked and underpaid': They care for the land that cradles the dead, but don't get a living wage
They left their parks and cemeteries, to swap spades for protest signs.
Man's conviction for obstructing police officer overturned due to impact on his mana
'Powerful evidence' presented to High Court, judgment says.
Mountain Bike Rotorua owner wants to see more Māori riders
At the end of the course, participants are given a new mountain bike worth $1000.
Rotorua police given special powers to quell 'tit-for-tat' gang conflict
It comes after a daylight stabbing and late-night shooting within days of each other.
Share the Ride gets whānau riding local forest tracks
Share the Ride, now in its 10th year, encourages more Māori to be involved in mountain bike riding in their local ngahere. Video / Te Ao Māori
Iwi support to reduce Oranga Tamariki uplifts from whānau Māori
Iwi hopes a tikanga-led support centre will reduce Oranga Tamariki uplifts
Life's a Beach Hop in Whangamatā
More than 100,000 people are expected to attend the 50s and 60s-themed event.
Workers at 'lowest paying local council employer' to strike tomorrow
More than 70 workers will down tools for eight days.
Brian Tamaki cancels drag queen event created by ex-Destiny Church member
Tamaki's team will put pressure on Hastings and Gisborne libraries to follow Rotorua.