Repeat drink-driver jailed for killing 'life and soul' of community
Ismael Mitai has been sentenced to jail after causing the death of a New Plymouth man.
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'Direct attack': Māori Party demands apology from Mallard over vax comments
"We expect a retraction ... and a public apology to both Mr Pem Bird and Te Pāti Māori."
White Island defendants' trial date starts in July 2023
The trial is for those charged in the wake of the Whakaari / White Island eruption.
A bustling break: Plenty of ways to have fun for long weekend
There are things to do and see this Labour weekend, while supporting locals too
Wigs, tutus and pink galore for virtual walk fundraiser
There was a force of pink on Wednesday as people supported Rotorua Breast Cancer Trust.
Cartel-linked drugs plot alleged: Nine men defend cocaine and P charges
Operation Tarpon alleged drug importation and drug dealing defendants heading to trial.
How you voted on New Zealand's pandemic response
We asked you several Covid-19 questions about the pandemic. Here's how you voted.
Māori vaccination: 'You've got to get it now before the virus gets you'
A kaumātua warns Māori vaccination rates must increase or they'll be the 'worst affected'.
Read for a Feed project receives special mention
Finley English received a special mention in the 2021 Aotearoa Book Trade Industry Awards.
Cinematic atmosphere and cycling doco combine in Rotorua
Who's who of European cycling traversed rich riding landscape to create film.
Council admits delay in communication on wastewater leak
The regional council confirmed it is investigating the wastewater spill.
Actions in fast-paced, heated-up, drunk brawl were self defence, lawyer says
Crown and defence lawyers have given closing addresses in a Whakatāne murder trial.
Bay regional councillors spent $134k in last financial year
The costs of individual councillors ranged from over $15k to under $1000.
Whakaari White Island defendants' trial not until 2023
The Whakaari/White Island defendants trial is not expected to take place until 2023.
Luke Kirkness: Stop pussyfooting around Covid-19 rule-breakers
OPINION: Hard punishments would stop any of these would-be rule-breakers
Not guilty plea from man charged over Ngapuna shooting
A man says he's not guilty of a shooting in Ngapuna in August that left a man in hospital.
Rotorua has a 'humanitarian crisis' linked to housing shortage - mayor
High housing demand and local demographics 'have really thrown a curveball to us'.
Rural wards and Māori co-governance suggested for council
The rural community has pushed for a seat at the council table.
'I'd prefer to live': Grey Power leader, retiree back vaccine
Older Rotorua residents urge the vaccine-hesitant to think of the people around them.
Woman admits at scene to crossing centreline in crash that killed three people
She was driving to Rotorua from Palmerston North when she crossed the centreline.
'Absolutely concerned': Sewage spills into Lake Rotorua
A public health warning for Lake Rotorua was issued by the council on Tuesday.
Rotorua tops the list for most noise complaints about single premises
One council got 204 complaints. Another got 1144.
Luke Kirkness: how I've come to tackle my insecurities
OPINION: I'm no expert but this is how I've overcome my insecurities.
Multimillion-dollar Te Ngae Rd development to create 75+ jobs
A new multimillion-dollar car dealership on Te Ngae Rd has been announced.
'Little remorse': Judge says council tried to minimise dump offending
Rotorua District Council is before the court for discharging leachate from the landfill.
Luke Kirkness: We need Covid-19 targets from the Govt
OPINION: Is freedom just around the corner?
Golf club rebuilds after fire destroys clubhouse
A blessing ceremony of the new Lakeview Golf Club Clubhouse site was held on Tuesday.
PM: NZ can be one of most vaccinated countries as daily doses near 130k
Super Saturday has been a record-breaking day of vaccination in New Zealand.
'I'm doing what's right': Why some people changed their minds this Super Saturday
Super Saturday was the push some people needed to get vaccinated against Covid-19.
'It's in our DNA to buy property': So, how vulnerable is Rotorua to a property downturn?
What is it that makes Rotorua one of the least vulnerable cities to a property downturn?
'Her survival was a miracle': Former St John volunteer saves relative's life with CPR
Barbara Wheto used to hate CPR training. Then she used CPR to help save a relative's life.
Where to get vaccinated on Super Saturday in Rotorua and Taupō
Here's a list of the places offering vaccinations and treats this weekend.
Mongrel Mob shooter's day of terror: 'It was like a movie scene'
"The gun was massive, from his shoulder down to the ground. He points it at the cop ..."
The best in Bay architecture recognised at awards
Three Bay of Plenty architects have won regional awards.