Latest fromRotorua

'Changed the whole vibe in our house': Free autism course in Rotorua
A Rotorua mother says the course has allowed her to meet parents in a similar position.

Potential cheating tool: Educators discuss 'disruptive' AI challenge
'When calculators started to come out people were worried, but they have been integrated."

Two arrested in relation to Rotorua dairy robbery
The dairy was allegedly robbed on Monday morning.

Luke Kirkness: Hard lessons learned gardening to avoid
OPINION: I'm no master but there are a couple of lessons people can avoid learning.

What the cluck? Chook rule sparks social media backlash
'Another example of government overreach'

Motorcycle tragedy: 'If there’s any silver lining from this, it is he will be with his dad now.'
Eraia Kiel Snr loved his Harley, his whānau and his friends.

French mayor honours WWI Māori Pioneer Battalion tunnellers
The 19km tunnel network sheltered 24,000 soldiers 20m under the streets of Arras.

Olympic stars to compete in new Rotorua marathon events
The events feature as part of the 59th edition of the Red Stag Rotorua Marathon.

'Lives changed forever': Seven dead on roads in past 12 hours, police urge safe driving
The latest fatality took place in Ngongotahā after a motorcyclist and vehicle collided.

Watch: Robbers hit superette in 'terrifying' morning raid
CCTV footage shows one of the offenders carrying the money till.

Firearms stolen from two BoP properties
Police remind firearm owners to take preventative security measures.

Watch: TikTok of son's haka at graduation ceremony goes viral
A passionate haka for graduating mum went viral on social media.

Jo Raphael: Grow some vegetables to shrink the cost of living
OPINION: It’s good to know there are people out there ready to help others.

The Prem Debate: Govt the big spender driving inflation
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.

BMX: Local rider impresses against powerful Aussies in Rotorua
Rising talents enjoyed podium placings against a powerful contingent of Australians.

Juicy Fest 2024 line-up and when tickets go on sale revealed
Tickets are expected to sell out quickly and go on sale on April 26.

Wet weather ahead: What you can do inside these school holidays
But MetService says temperatures are warmer than usual for this time of year.

Call for more motels: 'People ask to sleep on conference room floors'
Moteliers say they are so busy and double booked.

Why a former Olympian is riding the Tour of New Zealand
In five days, competitors ride 517 kilometres from Arthurs Pass to Crown Range.

'To be able to say we’re married is big': Couples celebrate 10 years after marriage law changed
The law meant NZers could marry regardless of sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

'Tremendously difficult': Career experts share what to do if facing redundancy
'It is quite important to act sooner rather than later.'

Homeless now 'carefully screened' to ensure Rotorua links, council boss says
The CEO said a change came with the signing of the Rotorua Housing Accord in December.

Cutting the grocery bill: The 'biggest mistake' you can make revealed
Meet people growing their own food - and learn how you can too.

Best in BMX hit Rotorua for Oceania champs this weekend
The Aussies are bringing a strong contingent to the Rotorua track.

Howie Morrison: It will be a this is your life but without dad
The Morrison whānau will finally get the chance for their dad's final send off

Rotorua Daily Post and senior journalist up for major awards
The newsroom has three nominations in this year's Voyager Media Awards.

Local Focus: Manaaki Rotorua invites cyclone victims to ‘Be Our Guest’
Free getaway packages to Rotorua offered to those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.