Home-schooled students ride 755km to Parliament for equal sports access
Amelia Twiss and George Fisher made the journey over 10 days.
Heavy rain warning issued for Bay of Plenty, up to 140mm expected
Bay of Plenty is under an orange warning for heavy rain until 3am on Saturday.
'Game-changer': Orchardist tackles seagull invasion with lasers
Over 600 seagulls invaded Simon Horsfall's kiwifruit orchard nightly.
Meet Auckland's unstoppable Shens: 2 brothers, 21 awards, 2 world-class uni scholarships
The brainy brothers dream of creating the next world-changing start-up.
'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original owner
'I’ve always loved the older tractors on the farm as a kid,' Neil Dalgety says.
SPCA alarmed about rise in staff abuse, threats to kill pets
The abuse has increased in the past two years and occurs almost daily, the SPCA says.
'Stop this madness': Police promise crackdown on illegal dirt bikers
Several parks and reserves have been vandalised in recent weeks.
Midweek windfall: Winning Lotto ticket sold in Rotorua
Twelve players nationwide each won in the live draw.
Heavy rain warning likely for BoP – MetService
An orange warning has been issued for Coromandel and Waikato from 11am tomorrow.
New Zealand news
'Asbestos material': Fire lights up night sky in West Auckland
Fire crews were called to the scene around 7.30pm.
Black Sox looking for eighth win at Softball World Cup
New Zealand will face Venezuela in a rematch of the 2013 championship.
Man jailed after forcing children to witness horrific animal cruelty
A man beheaded puppies in front of a girl and hung a dog by a rope from a tree.
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Paige Johnson flower tribute set ablaze
A flower tribute for Paige Johnson, who was killed after allegedly being hit by a motorcycle at Rotorua crossing, has been set on fire. Video / Supplied, Ben Fraser
Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Pedestrian hit by vehicle in central Rotorua
Police on Amohau St in Rotorua after pedestrian was a hit by a truck this morning.
Pene bags season-best performance at mountain biking World Cup
A Rotorua downhill rider clocks the fastest speed of the round-six final for an 8th place.
'Palpable grief': Motorcyclist who killed two people had 11 previous driving convictions
The couple were walking home when Mark Kimber sped through an intersection and hit them.
Rotorua Barn house has shrine to Harry Potter under the stairs
Hogwarts-themed room has been hit with the vendors' kids.
No more 'hunting hui': Māori educators launch association to curb feelings of isolation
After 30 years a new chapter begins for Māori teachers seeking connection and support.
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Balancing power: What the employment law changes mean for you
Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
Shane Te Pou: Springsteen is a pulse of musical power for the working class
Springsteen’s music resonates deeply, narrating my own story and struggles.
'Heartbeat of the lake': Iconic paddleboat set for comeback
Damon Hagaman bought and restored the dry-docked boat with help from local volunteers.
Appeal withdrawn over unlawful removal of Te Urewera huts
Te Uru Taumatua has withdrawn its appeal against the High Court ruling.
'Bad advice': Hipkins reflects on Labour's Rotorua housing challenges
Hipkins said Labour's next campaign will focus on jobs, health, and homes.
What’s the market mood at the midpoint?
OPINON: It has been a big six months and there's plenty more to come.
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Bay home crowd rallies behind netball's Magic
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Tearful hunter admits shooting and killing friend
Mark Jefferson was on a hunting trip when he accidentally killed Stuart Stobie.
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Balancing power: What the employment law changes mean for you
Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
NZ Super Fund-backed Kaingaroa Timberlands expands with Waikato land purchase
Kaingaroa Timberlands has bought 9200ha of forestry land in South Waikato.
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Comment: Employees earning over $180,000 lose the right to claim unjustified dismissal.
Shane Te Pou: Springsteen is a pulse of musical power for the working class
Springsteen’s music resonates deeply, narrating my own story and struggles.
What’s the market mood at the midpoint?
OPINON: It has been a big six months and there's plenty more to come.
Sport news
Pene bags season-best performance at mountain biking World Cup
A Rotorua downhill rider clocks the fastest speed of the round-six final for an 8th place.
Home-schooled students ride 755km to Parliament for equal sports access
Amelia Twiss and George Fisher made the journey over 10 days.
Rugby showdown: Local teams gear up for Baywide semis
Whakarewarewa dominated Te Puna with a 57-10 win in Rotorua.
Rotorua Daily Post Premium sport
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.
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Suzuki New Zealand calls time on petrol Vitara: end of an era?
Vitara hybrid will continue, just not for NZ. How come?
MG announces new models and a ‘hybrid first’ change up
MG Motor NZ has switched its focus to hybrids, with a big range MG HS PHEV on the way.
New Mazda CX-5 for NZ revealed: more tech, but still a big wait for Skyactiv-Z hybrid
Mazda's most important global model (in NZ, too) now in its third generation.
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Rural news
‘Still there’: Removal of logging machine sent tumbling over cliff proving tricky
The damaged skidder remains stuck in a hard-to-reach location near the river.
The great 'goat menace' of 1949
“The day will come when goats will be declared a pest..." said Mr. H. Worsnop.
'Game-changer': Orchardist tackles seagull invasion with lasers
Over 600 seagulls invaded Simon Horsfall's kiwifruit orchard nightly.
'Come home': Family vintage tractor returns to original owner
'I’ve always loved the older tractors on the farm as a kid,' Neil Dalgety says.
Opinion: Why a floating stadium rocks my boat
OPINION: Glenn Dwight's answer to the question of why we don’t have better stadiums.
Vege tips: Why not try a Māori potato?
Opinion: Taewa, or Māori potatoes, come in lovely colours, from soft pink to dark purple.