Rotorua Daily PostBlind and deaf man dies after hit-and-run, police release new images of suspectA motorcyclist overtook a car and struck Paige Johnson on a pedestrian crossing.19 Jun 01:04 AM
Rotorua Daily PostLeague player's preventable death prompts coroner's warning of 'run it straight' trendTere Livingstone died in 2023 after receiving two head knocks while playing league. 18 Jun 11:35 PM
Rotorua Daily PostThe Bay of Plenty town with second highest pokie spend95% of residents live in decile eight to 10 deprivation areas.18 Jun 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily PostPublican on rugby, running 'tough' bars, and the night he sold 85 kegs of GuinnessReg Hennessy has owned pubs, taverns and liquor stores over a nearly 50-year career.18 Jun 07:32 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulOpinion: How Crusaders and Chiefs unearthed great talent from other regionsBoth clubs blend local talent with key recruits for long-term success.18 Jun 06:01 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Technology has come so far': Drones could be coming to farms and beaches near youDrone Zone displays how technology is revolutionising farming, fishing.18 Jun 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'A let-down': Iwi challenges DoC, minister over ski field dealsThey allege the Crown ignored Treaty obligations by not engaging with them.18 Jun 09:18 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWatch: Monteith’s Wild Food Challenge final returns to Auckland after 11 year hiatusA live cook-off featured ox heart, wapiti, wild boar and plenty of edible wildlife.18 Jun 06:32 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Life-changing': International flights return to Hamilton AirportJetstar's first planes to Sydney and Gold Coast have taken off from Hamilton this week.18 Jun 05:23 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feetMark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.18 Jun 03:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostBaby-killing Mobster loathed being called 'kid killer' in prison, so he murdered againDonovan Duff was already serving a life sentence. He was handed another one today.18 Jun 12:40 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Just having a breather': Volcanic plume prompts social media buzzA large plume above Whakaari/White Island prompted questions.17 Jun 11:45 PM
SportSilence of the fans: Chiefs supporters told to leave cowbells at homeCrusaders boss says cowbells will be melted down at the gate.17 Jun 11:41 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakaari/White Island large plumeA large plume from Whakaari/White Island this morning prompted speculation of an eruption. Video / Moxi CafeWatch17 Jun 11:13 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'More than a building': Rotorua school celebrates opening of new spaceThe building was named Tāne Whakapiri Tangata.17 Jun 10:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWapiti burger takes Rotorua eatery to Wild Food Challenge finalBlack Label Barbecue is a finalist in the Monteith's Wild Food Challenge today.17 Jun 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumRotorua Daily Post'Feeding kittens': Debate on supporting Rotorua's rough sleepers heats upAbout 50 people attended a public meeting to discuss homelessness in Rotorua.17 Jun 06:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'I wept': White Island tragedy doctor’s anguish at child’s death The young doctor started a rotation training in intensive care on the day of the disaster.17 Jun 05:00 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Hot-box' murder: Accused says rival gang bigger issue than patched member's theftDefence counsel says Mark Hohua died after falling on to concrete steps while fleeing.17 Jun 07:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCCTV of rider released after blind, deaf cancer survivor struck in hit-and-runA motorcyclist overtook a car and struck Paige Johnson on a pedestrian crossing.17 Jun 04:05 AM
Rotorua Daily Post‘I’ve been put up on the shelf’: Temuera Morrison laments Star Wars limboThe Kiwi actor has been part of the Star Wars universe for more than 20 years.17 Jun 03:16 AM
Rotorua Daily PostOn The Up: Pie-fecta - Pie King's trainees claim top prizes in apprentice showdownBoth are training under Patrick Lam at Patrick’s Pies Goldstar Bakery in Tauranga.17 Jun 03:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWhy Te Arawa's marae relay is becoming a community stapleThe event returned after halting in the 1990s due to high traffic costs.17 Jun 01:24 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRotorua hit-and-run victim was deaf, blind and a cancer survivorA motorcyclist hit Paige Johnson on a pedestrian crossing in a hit-and-run. 16 Jun 10:39 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Priority location': Govt announces 189 new homes for Rotorua'We’re backing community-led solutions to address the need here,' Minister says.16 Jun 09:57 PM
Rotorua Daily Post900km mission: 15-year-old's long ride to Parliament to support Māori wardsJack, 15, will ride from Whakatāne to Wellington, starting on June 28.16 Jun 08:21 PM
LifestyleWhat the inaugural Jetstar flight from Hamilton to Sydney was really likeInternational flights returned to Hamilton for the first time since 2012.16 Jun 08:16 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before MatarikiMuch of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.16 Jun 08:21 AM
Rotorua Daily PostTribesmen's alleged 'hotbox' murder after gang member's unauthorised online shoppingMark Hohua, known as Shark, was allegedly beaten to death by fellow gang members in 2022.16 Jun 07:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the agesKing's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.16 Jun 05:01 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Do what's right': Shaken witness' call after hit-and-runA motorbike overtook a car and hit a pedestrian on Edmund Rd.16 Jun 01:59 AM
Rotorua Daily PostBoP dairy targeted by armed robbersPolice recovered a stolen silver Mazda used in the robbery.16 Jun 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice cordon on Edmund Rd, RotoruaPart of Rotorua's Edmund Rd was cordoned off following a hit-and-run incident. Video / Ben FraserWatch15 Jun 11:44 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'You can’t come in smoking your meth pipe': Lifewise CEO calls for crisis centreLifewise wants Rotorua triage facility for homeless with addictions, mental health issues.15 Jun 06:00 PM