Latest from Rotorua

Carmen Hall: Hospitality’s struggle to find workers an uphill battle

The hospitality sector is struggling to attract staff and employers are suffering.

Rising wait times for children's mental health assessments 'worrying'

'The need is way greater than the actual capacity to service that need'.

Celebrations as Aorangi School's new junior playground opened

The school's new Judy Morris Playground was officially opened and blessed last Friday.

Bail denied for man accused of setting Ngongotahā house fire

A man accused of burning a Ngongotahā home has appeared in court.

Scion innovation leads to flexible 4D printing filament

Scion is holding a 4D printing interactive workshop at Rotorua Library on April 12.

'Sick of men attacking her': Murderer appeals life sentence for shooting

Moetū Kaitai was high when she fatally shot Kalvin Kana after a confrontation.

Crankworx: Tenth slopestyle gold for flying Swede

This may have been Emil Johansson's most technical run yet.

Jo Raphael: Elderly abuse is despicable, predatory and selfish

Because of love and family ties, the elderly are often silent victims.

'The end of our Covid-19 phase': Crankworx filled with families and fun

Crankworx is broadcast to a number of different countries.

Straight from school to Crankworx: Locals make event atmosphere special

"Coming to Crankworx is important."

Sonya Bateson: My tips to save money during the cost of living crisis

OPINION: Hands up if you’re feeling the pinch of the cost of living.

'Help us keep the refuge going': Fears women's safe houses will close

The Waiariki Women’s Refuge is trying to raise $50,000 for its operations.

Rent: New production tackles addiction, homelessness and mental health issues

The setting might be Lower Manhattan but the lifestyle is similar.

Kāhu ki Rotorua: Rotoiti's sacred log an evil omen

It usually appeared to the people only as a harbinger of misfortune or death.

Opinion: Busy life for a tough old bird

Variety of activities keeps kaumatua in touch with hapori.

Library sign to be added to $4m Te Tāhuhu o Te Rangi building

The council voted to have an aluminium sign installed.

Emergency housing motels a 'positive' experience for many, report finds

But Rotorua's MP has still called for an end date to their use.

One dead after SH41 crash near Tūrangi

More to come.