New ZealandHeavy snow expected in South IslandRare November snow is forecast for the South Island with road snowfall warnings issued for some alpine passes.10 Nov 04:48 PM
Business$5m airport upgrade takes off without Koru LoungeARRIVALS: An artist's impression of the new Rotorua Airport arrivals lounge. PHOTO/SUPPLIED 101116arrivals.JPGTERMINAL: An artist's 10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKidnap trial: Witness describes hiding under pillowsTerrified and fearing for her life a kidnap trial witness has told of squeezing out a bathroom window as her boyfriend was being savagely 10 Nov 01:15 AM
AirlinesRotorua Airport gets $4.9m makeoverPassengers travelling to and from Rotorua Airport are set to arrive at a fully refurbished terminal.09 Nov 09:54 PM
New ZealandLotto: $44m winner keeping low profileThe lucky Lotto winner who woke up $44 million richer this morning remains unknown this morning.09 Nov 04:46 PM
New ZealandHead Hunter trial: Jury foreman dischargedThe foreman of a High Court jury trying nine men on kidnapping and other charges in Rotorua has been discharged. This move came 09 Nov 05:37 AM
New ZealandCar crash victim hits trailCircle_see_more_DP.epsINSPIRING: Rotorua's Philippa Bennett will compete in Saturday's 16km Tikitapu Trail Run after being in a serious 08 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandDecision to retire a tough call for top cop (+video)Rotorua police area commander Inspector Bruce Horne is to retire at the end of the year. He talks exclusively to Kelly Makiha about 08 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHead Hunter trial: Businessman's girlfriend gives evidenceA woman has told a court how two men arrived at her apartment with one claiming her boyfriend, a businessman, had "raped my missus"08 Nov 07:01 AM
New ZealandHead Hunter trial: Businessman explains dealings with 'Sandwich'A businessman pulled out of talks with a man known as "Sandwich" to make his problems disappear when he made a multi-million dollar demand, a court has been told.08 Nov 02:49 AM
New ZealandRotorua's top cop retiresRotorua police area commander Inspector Bruce Horne will retire at the end of this year after 36 years in the New Zealand Police. Mr 08 Nov 02:10 AM
New ZealandHearing date set for mayoral challengeA court date has been set to hear a Petition for Inquiry lodged by failed mayoral candidate Reynold Macpherson into the recent Rotorua 08 Nov 12:58 AM
New Zealand'Fences ripped straight out of the ground'A mini tornado ripped through Ohope Beach, uprooting trees and damaging properties.07 Nov 11:31 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Opotiki Artist bridges culturesOpotiki Artist Jamie Boynton has unveiled his latest work, at Waiotahe Valley School centenary celebrations. The artwork reflects Mr Boynton's personal to uncover his identity, a mix of Maori and Pakeha heritage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch07 Nov 09:28 PM
New ZealandMan smoked P with alleged captorsA businessman at the centre of a kidnapping and violence trial has admitted using methamphetamine with his alleged captors.07 Nov 05:34 AM
New ZealandSimpkins appeals assault convictionAPPEAL: Rotorua Boys' High School's head of rugby Robert Ngarimu Simpkins is appealing his assault conviction. PHOTO/FILE A_100816sp4.JPGstephworsopserious.eps Rotorua 07 Nov 04:37 AM
New Zealand$300m boost for emergency housingThe Government has announced a major policy on emergency housing this afternoon.07 Nov 03:00 AM
Banking and financeOutta here! Why many want to quit cityAlmost two-thirds of Aucklanders who don't own their own homes plan to buy their first homes outside the city.07 Nov 12:21 AM
LifestyleOpinion: New rubbish system worth the teething issuesGood things take time, and while Rotorua's new rubbish system has encountered some "glitches and issues" last week I believe one week 06 Nov 09:00 PM
All BlacksWhat do you think of Ireland beating the All Blacks for the first time in 111 years?Street view: What do you think of Ireland beating the All Blacks for the first time in 111 years? 061116sj02.JPG The All Blacks 06 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua wakes up to drenchingA severe weather watch has been issued for Rotorua and Bay of Plenty with heavy rain drenching the city this morning. The MetService 06 Nov 07:38 PM
New ZealandWoman in intensive care after forklift accidentAn ambulance media spokesperson said a female is in a serious condition after a incident at a Rotorua worksite this morning.06 Nov 06:37 PM
All BlacksLocal joy found in All Blacks defeatWhile many locals found themselves swimming in a pool of misery after watching Ireland make history against the All Blacks in Chicago06 Nov 05:00 PM
BusinessIs this NZ's newest property hot-spot?House values in this area have risen almost 50 per cent in the past year.06 Nov 05:00 PM
KahuMaori make a stand in a bid to help American indigenous peopleCircle_see_more_DP.epsHAKA: Many people gathered to send prayers to Standing Rock in North Dakota down at the Rotorua Lake Front06 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandThunderstorms and rain on the waySqually thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast to hit the North Island overnight, with a severe weather watch in place.05 Nov 08:33 PM
New ZealandNia Glassie abuser's baby taken at birthOne of the women jailed over the death of Rotorua toddler Nia Glassie has had her third child removed from her care by Child Youth and Family at birth.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Why we abandoned AucklandWATCH: Jayde Penney was an Aucklander, born and bred. But in August this year she abandoned the City of Sails with her two children to start a new life in Rotorua.04 Nov 06:11 PM
New ZealandFailed mayor candidate seeks new electionFailed mayoral candidate Reynold Macpherson has launched legal action to try to get the local body election results scrapped and a new election ordered.04 Nov 06:53 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Why we abandoned AucklandJayde Penney has packed up her family for a new, more affordable life in Rotorua. And she says the benefits far outweigh the sacrifices. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch04 Nov 06:00 AM
New Zealand'I was knocked into dreamland'A businessman at the centre of a kidnap, violence and extortion trial involving Head Hunters gang members gives evidence.03 Nov 10:19 PM
New ZealandWeather: Dry for Guy FawkesGuy Fawkes can go off with a bang in dry skies tomorrow. Despite a showery start to the weekend for the whole country, the weather 03 Nov 07:29 PM
New ZealandRotorua arrivals at 25-year highPermanent and long-term international migration to Rotorua is at its highest level in more than 25 years. Rotorua had a net gain 02 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWitness denies boss had P-fuelled parties in Head Hunters kidnapping trialWorker and businessman were allegedly taken hostage by gang members and beaten.02 Nov 05:43 AM
