PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Premium Debate: Record numbers of Kiwis coming home from AustraliaOPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.10 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandHopes for younger racers after Richie Stanaway's 'amazing' Bathurst win'Any professional driver around the world wants to win Bathurst,' his father says.09 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandA battle, an escape and an olive tree: The story behind a symbol of friendshipThe symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.09 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Mindless offending': Police warn Te Teko residents to be wary of mail thievesMail has gone missing, been dumped on the side of the road or found miles away.09 Oct 12:37 AM
KahuElection candidates in minor squabble on FacebookTe Pāti Māori co-leader and Act Hamilton West candidate trade barbs online08 Oct 10:33 PM
New ZealandAct Party candidate for Rotorua electorate, Marten RozeboomMarten Rozeboom on the issues facing the electorate, from tourism to family values.08 Oct 09:04 PM
New ZealandPerson critically injured after crash in Bay of PlentyPolice were called around 2.30pm.08 Oct 07:02 PM
New Zealand'Like snow': Hailstorm stops cars on State Highway 33A sunny day quickly turned into a driving hailstorm in the Bay of Plenty.08 Oct 04:20 AM
New Zealand'Illegal’ activities: Police investigating after hundreds of street racers disrupt cityTwo people have also been arrested after throwing bottles at police.07 Oct 11:29 PM
New ZealandFrom 'eyesore' to architecturally-designed homes: Koutu housing plans revealedBennetts Rd in Koutu will see a new housing development.07 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandVoting is open and thousands are not enrolled - but it's not too lateYounger voter enrolment rates lag behind those of more senior citizens.07 Oct 03:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Excruciating pain': Car crashes into bedroom inches from sleeping mum, daughterRenea Wharekura thinks every day how lucky they are to be alive.06 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We have lost a man of great mana': Ngāti Whakaue kaumātua Pita Anaru remembered'He was quite fearless and had a very strong Christian faith and strong faith in mankind.'06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandA year as the mayor: Why Tania Tapsell smiles even after the hardest daysPlus: How Rotorua residents and councillors think their council is doing.06 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandDetermination, hard work and love: 100-year-old's secrets to a long life"She’s a very determined person, that’s why she’s lived so long."06 Oct 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSonya BatesonSonya Bateson: Life is about to get harder for low-wage workersOPINION: Paid parking zones are going to cover an extended area.06 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: What council boss told staff when he resignedIt comes as the council appoints an interim CEO while it recruits for a 'fresh start'.06 Oct 01:10 AM
KahuGive Taika a call! Brothers and future stars cast in seriesWill a walk on the red carpet in Rotorua lead to a red-carpet appearance in Hollywood?05 Oct 11:19 PM
Kahu‘Underdog’ kura show spirit to claim top titleOpinion: A profound sense of unity and strength blossomed.05 Oct 11:12 PM
New ZealandNewZeal candidate for the Rotorua electorate, Kariana Black-VercoeKariana Black-Vercoe follows footsteps of late husband who "stood up for what was right".05 Oct 08:01 PM
New ZealandTwo people in court on underage prostitution and drugs chargesThe pair were remanded in custody.05 Oct 03:07 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist critically injured in crashThe road reopened about three hours after the crash.04 Oct 09:51 PM
New Zealand'It’s very exciting': Three new species of beetles discovered in RotoruaPest control is believed to have played a major role in improving biodiversity.04 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandTensions over lake closure: Fisherman's 'threat' to dig up jetty blockadePolice say there was no threat, rather frustrations expressed 'colourfully'.04 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandRegional council spends $7m on consultantsA breakdown of who has been paid for what has been revealed.04 Oct 01:00 AM
KahuThe brilliant, brave, and formidable wahine rangatiraHeeni Te Kirikaramu was a descendant of Ngati Uenukukopako and Te Rangiteaorere.03 Oct 11:32 PM
KahuA dedication to the revival of performing artsThis action song recalls the origins of where Haka began.03 Oct 11:24 PM
New Zealand'Unprecedented': Medical centre gifted to local iwiThe change in ownership will 'better serve the community'.03 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandColdtober! Mercury plunges, but warmer weather on the wayRegion felt the cold this morning.03 Oct 07:26 PM
New ZealandGold clam pest invasion prevention in Rotorua 'fast-moving', council official saysCouncillors have asked how the district's lakes would be protected.03 Oct 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow to talk about death: Former hospice nurse's advice on facing 'the inevitable'"The only way to get to those deeper levels is to have those deep conversations."03 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty teacher denies charges of indecent assaultThe teacher has been granted interim name suppression.03 Oct 02:49 AM
New ZealandWater, water everywhere: What candidates have to say to flooded business ownerRotorua MP candidates respond to Bryce Allan's story.03 Oct 12:12 AM
KahuPinnacle health donates medical centre to iwiNgāti Pikiao Health Services and Ōwhata Medical Centre now join as one.02 Oct 08:07 PM
