Latest news from Rotorua
'Won’t be enough': Foodbanks react to $15m Budget boost
One organisation welcomed the money but said it is 'not a full solution'.
An epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZ
An inspiring, astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for missing Marokopa family.
How Rotorua's air pollution transformation defied expectations
Once breathing NZ's worst winter air, the city has shed its 20-year-old 'polluted' label.
New witness in Kiwifruit scam: $10m went through student’s accounts in 6 months
Second witness in Herald investigation shows $10m of deposits and cash withdrawals.
'Exciting': Turning blueberry waste into eco-friendly packaging
Scion and Mamaku Blue are developing sustainable fibre trays for blueberries.
'Taken far too soon': Crash victim who died just weeks from 3rd birthday named
'This loss is not only profoundly painful - it is unimaginable.'
Do not pass Go: Farmer, 75, must report to jail after losing appeal
Warren Koberstein was convicted of severe animal cruelty offences.
Bay of Plenty traffic expert defends te reo signs
The te reo signs use red for 'Stop' and green for 'Go'.
'Incredibly excited': Red Cross Shop returns, seeks community support
The new charity op shop opens Monday on Te Ngae Rd, Rotorua.
202-home project advances despite financial woes for developer's companies
The Government partnered with Watchman Capital; funding is reportedly solid.
'Going to be a lot harder': Best Start payment shifts spark concern among new parents
The Best Start payment will now be means-tested for all three years.
KiwiSaver changes 'a burden' for small businesses and self-employed
Wonky Box's Angus Simms says KiwiSaver changes will affect cashflow.
Supercars locked in at Taupō, set for South Island debut
Ruapuna will undergo upgrades, including track resurfacing and new facilities.
Supercars locked in at Taupō, set for South Island debut
Ruapuna will undergo upgrades, including track resurfacing and new facilities.
'Huge opportunity': Hamilton Airport goes international
Flights to Australia start soon, but there could be other destinations in the future.
Education’s $2.5b Budget boost: Where the money is going
Education got a $2.5 billion boost in Budget 2025.
Egregious or reasonable? Economists split over student loan repayment threshold freeze
The Government is not inflation-adjusting student loan repayments.
St Patrick's Day rape-accused claims woman flirted, talked 'dirty' with him
He claims they had consensual sex while the Crown says the woman was asleep.
'Harder on the younger generation': Will Budget changes push Kiwis overseas?
The public share their thoughts on changes to Best Start, KiwiSaver and student loans.
Liam Dann: Upbeat Treasury forecasts GDP growth, rising house prices
Opinion: Treasury's Budget forecasts paint an optimistic picture – but are they too rosy?
What's in the Budget for you - student loan borrowers pay more; Best Start payments cut
Follow live updates on the Government's Budget 2025 announcements here.
Why the Government's $200m gas move marks a major shift in energy policy
Meanwhile, Greenpeace has described it as a 'Scorched Earth Budget'.
Contractor supporting rubbish truck driver involved in fatal crash
Dansey Rd remains closed, with diversions in place on State Highway 5.
You have 5 weeks as clock ticks on max KiwiSaver Govt top-up. And soon you'll need to pay more
What KiwiSaver changes mean as you and your employer pay more, and the Govt pays less.
PM says Budget ‘backs growth’, Labour claims KiwiSaver cuts make workers up to $66k worse off
'National backs growth and I’m telling you, Labour wants to tax it,' the PM said today.
Budget 2025: Every budget item in one interactive
Use the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.
Budget breakdown: The 10 things you need to know
From pay equity savings, to subsidising private schools, to KiwiSaver changes.
$20k triumph: How Taniwha Chasers captivated judges at portrait awards
An Ōpōtiki local's photograph Taniwha Chasers was chosen from 41 finalists.
NZ teens ditch smartphones for 'brick' phones
A 2025 survey found 95% of New Zealanders aged 15+ use social media.
Serious crash near Rotorua
A serious crash has happened on Dansey Rd near Rotorua. Video / Ben Fraser
'Impossible position': Principals alarmed by cuts to youth mental health service
Concern that cuts put 'enormous pressure' on GPs, schools, families, and hospitals.
'Rapid rate': US demand grows for Kiwi beverage product
Wai Mānuka launched in Citarella Gourmet Market's seven New York locations.
Taser probe incident: Woman appears in court
The alleged incident occurred at Kokako St shops in Rotorua on May 7.