'Absolute nonsense': Defence lawyers close case in David Kuka murder trial
The jury has retired to consider its verdict.
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Teen arrested after alleged shooting at Rotorua intersection
The person is due to appear in Rotorua District Court.
Macron mishap: Transport agency reprints signs after error spotted
The signs were put up this week, and taken down less than 24 hours later.
Police forensics examining vehicle believed to be involved in serious crash
Police are calling on the public for any information or footage to help the investigation.
26-hour deluge: Fresh flood threat, heavy rain to stall over top of North Island
The rain is sweeping up the country, spelling a very wet weekend for the North Island.
Black Ferns train against Rotorua Boys’ High School First XV
Ferns "get to play against a lot more speed and a little bit more power".
Tokoroa ram raids leave business owners frustrated
A Tokoroa service station owner had a rude awakening this morning thanks to ram raiders.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: A waiata aroha that found its way back to Rotorua
"A song of great sorrow."
Kayaker rescued on Lake Rotorua a 'timely reminder'
Coastguard Rotorua Lakes has responded to numerous kayaking incidents this year.
One dead after car crashes into stationary truck
Emergency services were called to the scene at 11.13pm.
Trolley troubles: Retailers promise to help pick up dumped trolleys
Ratepayers have been paying $5000 a month for city contractors to pick them up.
Mongrel Mob murder trial: Crown closes case against trio
Crown: 'This murder would not have happened without these three defendants.'
Near-record temps in BoP but rain is on the way
Kawerau recorded the highest temperature in the region.
Autumn date announced for Taupō Supercars round
Dates and level of government spending to attract Supercars to Taupō has been revealed.
Car smashes into property: Police probe if driver forced vehicle off road and gun involved
Four people in the car were taken to hospital in serious and critical conditions.
WorkSafe, Whakaari Management at odds over duties of land-owners
WorkSafe says the company should have questioned if the island was safe.
Aquatic Centre closed: Swim clubs travelling out of town and fear long-term pool closure
It is unknown when the centre will reopen.
Rawiri Waititi leaves election campaign to be with his mother
Māori Party co-leader's mum is in hospital.
Jake the Muss is coming to a small screen near you
The cult New Zealand film about Jake the Muss is back in a TV series.
Critical injuries after crash takes out traffic light and fence
Police were called to the two-vehicle crash.
Ruapehu the winner of school holidays ski forecast as Aussies end disastrous season early
Skiers are heading to the slopes for the start of the September holidays. Will the snow?
'Dumba**': Tāme Iti fights back after presenter's shocking move
One castaway has made the most shocking and questionable decision in CTI history.
12-year-old golfer's incredible gift after going global
Teen golfing sensations showered with equipment to help them take sport further.
The most-searched New Zealand place name pronunciations
Google data from the year to August shows the most-searched-for pronunciations.
Need a 'chiropractor': National's Simeon Brown hits out over potholes
School speed limits have also come under fire.
Have your say on ‘care plan’ for geothermal system
The plan focuses on managing the taking and use of the city’s geothermal activity.
‘We are the Poutiaki in our lifetime’
We need to preserve the korero of our tupuna.
Primary school dancers scoop national award
Students from a Taupō primary school are celebrating success on the national stage.
Kāhu ki Rotorua: Dreams of changing the world
Discovered a home away from home after joining the Te Akatoki Māori Students’ Association.
'It's gonna be a blast' thanks to new fireworks sponsor
One of Taupō's biggest family events is set to return after a two-year hiatus.
Why this secretive bird population is now thriving near Rotorua
There are 289 breeding pairs in the forest - NZ's second-largest population.
She's not much of a swimmer but swim club 'wouldn't exist' without her
Jan Pook isn't a swimmer, but has racked up hundreds of volunteer hours at the pool.