Ex-addict says roadside drug testing wouldn't have stopped him – but NZ should still do it
During his time on drugs, he drove high 'every day' and wrote off about six vehicles.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromRotorua
'Enjoying the journey': Couple gearing up for big night
Dancing couples reveal more about themselves.
Costume woes: Pricked fingers and tears of frustration result in unique ‘fit
OPINION: With a little luck nothing will rip, tear or fall down.
Jones opens new road in Kawerau, community centre in Kaingaroa
Visit comes as Kaingaroa regains access to clean running water after four days without.
Farmhand impales two cows after botching common farming practice
He was trying to get them back on their feet. Instead, they had to be put down.
Town's water supply trucked in after 40-year-old water bore fails
Aged water bore breaks down in Kaingaroa Village
'Pushing and shoving' in line at food charity leads to seniors-only day
Having an over 60-plus Fridays at Whakaora helped with the number of complaints.
Neighbour reflects on loss of 'godsend' ex-reserve, councillor queries sale price
A trust bought the Clayton Rd site for $750,000 to build 10 affordable rental homes.
Likely 'weather bomb' brushing NI: Heavy rain watch for BoP
The fast-moving low is likely to be classed an explosive cyclogenesis, aka "weather bomb".
Two people injured in two-truck crash, heavy fog in area
Heavy fog was reported in the crash zone.
Miss Rotorua pageant aims to deconstruct American idea of beauty
Beauty queens set to take the crown for Miss Rotorua 2024.
'Not a socialist charity': How $35k bike cage at state housing site was funded
The storage cage designer was given a brief to design something no one could break into.
'Really special': Local and international choirs join for regional concert
300+ World Choir Games choristers to descend on Sir Howard Morrison Centre.
Who killed Wiremu Birch? Third trial over 11-year-old Taupō murder begins
The defence says there's another man who has escaped blame all these years.
Photos: 'Beautiful home' takes supreme award
Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards.
From haka stage to basketball court – Rotorua girl takes te ao Māori to the world
Waikimihia Douglas-Karauna is balancing her sport and her culture in a unique way.
Cheap 'knock-offs': Move to protect national Māori flag's legacy
'They have no understanding of what it means. And often our people are drawn to buy that.'
Joanne Wickliffe appointed Rotorua District Court judge
Wickliffe will be sworn in on August 2.
'Lives are at stake': Police, councils may lose access to NZTA cameras
A mayor says she fears 'disastrous consequences' if access is revoked.
NZ projects short-listed for World Architecture awards
Stadium, university, retail, home, spa, bach, marae, office buildings are all on the list.
Dancing for Hospice couples’ profiles - Kelly Hemana and Justin Wilkinson
Kelly Hemana and Justin Wilkinson talk about their Dancing for Hospice experience so far.
Dancing for Hospice 2024: Bruises and showtime nerves lead to progress
We had our first taste of dancing in front of an audience.
'This isn't about cuts': Rotorua's council proposes restructure
It announced the change process on Friday after meeting staff.
'We are stronger than ever': First Māori trust board celebrates 100 years
Hundreds gathered to celebrate the centennial.
Drugged driver admits killing retired Rotorua couple in high-speed crash
A driver has appeared in court charged over the deaths of John and Janice Christensen.
Tokoroa teacher killer 'happy to die' in prison as he goes before parole board
The man who killed Tokoroa teacher Lois Dear has applied for parole for the first time.
'Hugely inappropriate': $110k trial gives Kāinga Ora tenants free use of e-bikes
NZTA says a library of e-bikes and pushbikes is having 'significant positive impacts'.
Rotorua has a new spa. Here’s why it’s different to anything else in NZ
The luxurious spa is a new bucket-list item for Kiwis and international tourists alike.
Lady luck strikes Rotorua twice in midweek draw
Powerball was not struck last night and has rolled over.
Vote now! Rotorua in running to host Six60 show
Fans are set to decide where the 'One More Show’ tour finale will take place.
Rotorua building finalist in world architecture awards
Architecture Festival the largest global live awards event for architects and designers.
'More than just a market': New ethnic market to celebrate culture in our community
A new market is set to start this month.
Affordable rental homes to be built on former reserve land
The land was bought for $750,000 last month.