Rotorua Daily PostPain of son's death at Whakaari 'never goes away'Family of 23-year-old tour guide broke down in tears as they spoke in court.26 Feb 02:49 AM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakaari survivors to tell of life-changing effects of tragedySentencing of companies guilty of safety failings starts today.25 Feb 08:45 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Tears' on the start line: Athlete finishes 243km race to celebrate transplant'As long as I finish it, that was the goal.'19 Feb 02:11 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMuggy nights: Major retailer running low on fans as temperatures soarRecords tumble after 'very hot month' across Bay of Plenty.08 Feb 04:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostThey gave her a new liver as a baby - 30 years later she's racing 243km to celebrate'Despite everything I’ve been through with my health, look how far I’ve come.'06 Feb 08:29 PM
Rotorua Daily PostCommunity meeting held in living room, council warned to stop 'wasteful spending'The meeting, held in a community watchdog's living room, was standing room only.06 Feb 01:00 AM
Rotorua Daily PostŌhope no longer best kept secret as it scoops another title'It was great to see that a district like Whakatane is getting national recognition.'31 Jan 02:28 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patientsShe is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.28 Jan 08:39 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Significant height': Two people rescued after separate fallsBusy weekend for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter.22 Jan 12:38 AM
Rotorua Daily PostSpectacular sight as luxury ship docks off BoP coastHopefully, it's just the beginning for boutique cruise liners to come to Whakatāne.18 Jan 12:37 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Emergency': How getting strep throat led to three open-heart surgeries'I wouldn’t want anyone to go through it'.17 Jan 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostRoad blocked, power out, after car crashes into power poleOne person received minor injuries in the Bay of Plenty crash.17 Jan 04:03 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMystery boat a ‘blight’ on small town’s main streetSome residents have come to see the vessel as an eyesore and a potential danger.10 Jan 02:50 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCherished pets reportedly killed by roaming dogs over holiday periodWhakatāne District Council impounded over 500 roaming dogs in its last financial year.09 Jan 04:36 AM
Rotorua Daily PostCheck your tickets! Three BOP Lotto players win $19kThirteen Lotto players nationally won the Second Division prize money.06 Jan 09:44 PM
Rotorua Daily PostKaimai crash kills Whakatāne couple, 4-year-old son survives'It’s going to hurt him for a long time ... for two young lives to be taken so tragically'03 Jan 04:38 AM
Rotorua Daily PostPolice release names of pair who died in Kaimai crashInquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.03 Jan 03:41 AM
Rotorua Daily PostMan charged after woman allegedly hit by carA man is set to appear in the Whakatāne District Court today.02 Jan 10:17 PM
Rotorua Daily PostFrom 'preparing for his last days' to planning a 21st: How a 'miracle' drug has changed lives'It’s just the best thing that could have ever happened to him.'24 Dec 04:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostParty like the public service: What councils did for ChristmasSome opted for a Kiwi classic.23 Dec 03:30 PM
Rotorua Daily PostBay of Plenty roadworks: A summer holiday guideContractors will pause work from midday tomorrow through to 8am on January 8.20 Dec 09:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakatāne gang funeral: Police make 15 arrests, seize guns, knives, knuckle dusterPolice said 14 of those arrested were gang members or associates.16 Dec 05:14 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Large gang presence’: Extra police for two gang funerals in WhakatāneLocals are asked to expect delays while gang farewells members.14 Dec 11:53 PM
Rotorua Daily PostTeen arrested after gunshots in WhakatānePolice were called just before 10pm last night.13 Dec 09:40 PM
Rotorua Daily PostWhakatāne homicide: Man who died after 'gang-related' disorder namedA 'gang-related disorder' occurred in the lead-up to the death, police say.12 Dec 03:36 AM
Rotorua Daily PostGang-related disorder before man's death in Whakatāne leads to homicide investigationPolice said there was a gang-related disorder incident before the man died.11 Dec 08:03 AM
Rotorua Daily PostHomicide investigation under way after injured man dies in hospitalPolice have appealed to the public for any information.10 Dec 11:05 PM
Rotorua Daily PostPlan to turn popular berry farm into housing takes another step“You can’t have your house and your strawberry, too,” says mayor Victor Luca.08 Dec 12:26 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'It’s like having a child': Owners of diabetic pets face big costsOne vet says pet owners should not “reward the waistline” with treats.02 Dec 04:01 PM
Rotorua Daily Post'Dazed like a stunned mullet': Couple gobsmacked after mega $8.3m Lotto winIt’s 'head in the clouds' for one lucky Bay of Plenty couple.29 Nov 12:06 AM
Rotorua Daily Post'Lucky touch': The store that's sold million-dollar Lotto ticketsThe Whakatāne store owners have now sold an $8.3m-winning ticket to go with a $12.25m win.26 Nov 12:05 AM
Rotorua Daily PostRevealed: The suburb where average property values have risen the mostOneRoof's latest property report paints a picture of how suburbs have performed.19 Nov 11:00 PM
Rotorua Daily PostHave you seen Peter Baty? Man missing from WhakatāneAnyone with any information is asked to call police.19 Nov 09:58 PM
Rotorua Daily PostDrink-driving principal who crashed into roundabout was four times over limitHe had two previous convictions for drink-driving.15 Nov 10:51 PM
