Hunt for motorcyclist after fatal hit-and-run: Police get several responses
Johnson suffered critical injuries after he was hit on a pedestrian crossing.
Get in behind: Charity dog trials to raise funds for new chopper
Last year's winner, Murray Child, will judge this year's competition.
Small but mighty: Kyro gets set for Tai Mitchell challenge
Kyro Uri, 12, plays first five for Rotorua Maroon in the Tai Mitchell Tournament.
A Napier author thought a few friends might buy her book - then it hit Amazon's best-seller list
Judi Hopkinson worked for five years on a psychological drama, and it's paying off.
Watch: Aerial footage captures 'mesmerising' Matariki drone show
The show used drones, lights and sound to tell Matariki stories at the Rotorua Lakefront.
'We must stand up': Kawerau residents oppose water service merger
The ratepayers oppose water services merger with Rotorua, Whakatāne, Ōpōtiki councils.
PM open to scrapping regional councils amid RMA reform
The PM says he's looking into council rates caps as well.
Guardian patrols extend to Rotorua Central mall
A retail worker says she has noticed a difference.
New Zealand news
Victim of ATV accident on Central Otago farmland named as 41-year-old woman
The ATV rolled on farmland near Millers Flat on Thursday.
'On autopilot': Peters criticises Treasury's ferry advice
Winston Peters disagreed with Treasury, citing higher economic value.
Kea Kids News: Car racing kids go up against the grown-ups
Reporter Rudhraaksh is at a North Harbour Radio Control Car Club race, where kids are hitting the track with radio-controlled cars that drive (and crash!) up to 80 kph.
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Rotorua’s Kyro Uri defies size with skills as he heads to Tai Mitchell Tournament
Kyro Uri, Rotorua Maroon first five, will take the field in this week's Tai Mitchell Rugby Tournament in Rotorua. Video / Supplied
Rotorua's Kryo Uri proves isn't everything on a rugby field
Kyro Uri, 12, might be little but he makes up for his size with his skill on the rugby field.
Aronui Matariki Drone Show
Aerial footage captured the 'mesmerising' Matariki drone show over Rotorua Lakefront. Video / @incredibleimagesnz, https://www.facebook.com/AronuiArtsFestival
Bustles, ballgowns and bustiers: Why costumiers get bitten by the cosplay bug
Costumiers will wear their finest garments at a fantasy event in Rotorua next month.
Rotorua’s Kyro Uri defies size with skills as he heads to Tai Mitchell Tournament
Kyro Uri, Rotorua Maroon first five, will take the field in this week's Tai Mitchell Rugby Tournament in Rotorua. Video / Supplied
Rotorua's Kryo Uri proves isn't everything on a rugby field
Kyro Uri, 12, might be little but he makes up for his size with his skill on the rugby field.
'Significant problem': Business owners clash with CBD homeless
'We have watched clients pull up and then drive away.'
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The family campground split by a 100km/h highway
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Phil Gifford: How Crusaders' resilience toppled the Chiefs in epic final
OPINION: Rivez Reihana was man of the match, scoring crucial penalties in the final.
Editorial: How society's views on homelessness miss the mark
OPINION: An estimated 112,496 people were homeless in the 2023 Census.
Opinion: Why stagflation fears are back on the radar
ANZ survey shows over 50% of NZ firms plan to raise prices.
'It was my calling': Inside the Taupō farm taming wild horses
There are 93 horses still facing an uncertain fate.
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Three tests, surplus of Twenty20s as Black Caps summer fixtures announced
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Tears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documents
Private ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.
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Property Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the works
The biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.
Opinion: Why stagflation fears are back on the radar
ANZ survey shows over 50% of NZ firms plan to raise prices.
Opinion
Property Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the works
The biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.
Phil Gifford: How Crusaders' resilience toppled the Chiefs in epic final
OPINION: Rivez Reihana was man of the match, scoring crucial penalties in the final.
Editorial: How society's views on homelessness miss the mark
OPINION: An estimated 112,496 people were homeless in the 2023 Census.
Sport news
Small but mighty: Kyro gets set for Tai Mitchell challenge
Kyro Uri, 12, plays first five for Rotorua Maroon in the Tai Mitchell Tournament.
Three tests, surplus of Twenty20s as Black Caps summer fixtures announced
The Kiwi summer will bring plenty of opportunity to prepare for the T20 World Cup.
Rotorua, Taupō riders hit the podiums in Italy
A 17yo has claimed third place in the junior women's downhill final in Italy.
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Phil Gifford: How Crusaders' resilience toppled the Chiefs in epic final
OPINION: Rivez Reihana was man of the match, scoring crucial penalties in the final.
Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game
OPINION: Clayton McMillan faces a potential fourth final loss in five years tomorrow.
Opinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regions
Both clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.
Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages
King's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.
Gregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class above
OPINION: The Chiefs have shown determination after losing the last two Super finals.
On The Up: 11yo Taradale runner may have broken 5km world record
Jack Coombe would have been happy to beat his PB, before his time sent everyone googling.
Lifestyle
Bustles, ballgowns and bustiers: Why costumiers get bitten by the cosplay bug
Costumiers will wear their finest garments at a fantasy event in Rotorua next month.
Rotorua Home & Lifestyle Show returns
The event is on from Friday, June 27, to Sunday, June 29.
How to celebrate Matariki in Rotorua
Thursday night's drone show has been cancelled, but Friday's is set to go ahead.
Car news and advice
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Expedition heads to Morocco
Spanning 811km, the customer adventure costs nearly $30k for a five-day off-road tour.
Four of the rarest modern Aston Martins go under the hammer
Four very rare Aston Martins have just gone up for auction on Collecting Cars.
Drivers prefer parking sensors and infotainment to driver assists, says eBay survey
A quarter of survey respondents also say they don't know how to use their ADAS.
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Rural news
'Under pressure': NZ farms face succession challenges
Over half of NZ's farm and orchard owners will reach pension age in the next decade.
Young leader, late hero honoured at primary industries awards
Chris Allen posthumously received the Rural Hero Award for his rural advocacy.
OnlyFans creators defend videos as 'standard agricultural practice' amid animal rights backlash
An animal rights group is petitioning MPI against the sexually charged cow videos.
Editorial: Wool carpet contract a win for more than one
OPINION: Kāinga Ora has confirmed a $2 million contract for the supply of wool carpet.
Dual-code weanling sale at Karaka to unite thoroughbred, harness enthusiasts
This crossover allows breeders to boost cashflow and reduce numbers for yearling sales.
OnlyFans footage of woman in bikini drinking from cows condemned by animal rights group
Safe is urging an investigation into the use of cows in explicit online content.