Up to 1000 rally against hospital downgrading health services
Obstetrics and gynaecology services at Whakatāne Hospital have been downgraded.
'Intimidated': Residents sick of living in ‘motocross track’
Whakatāne locals are 'being plagued by motorbikes day and night' in the suburb of Awatapu
Dame Lydia Ko beats Dame Lisa Carrington to claim Supreme Halberg Award
The 27-year-old added another honour to her golden 2024 run.
Concern for missing Rotorua man: Police appeal for sightings
He was last seen on February 9 in Rotorua's Hamurana area.
Artist Mr G unveils portrait of Bay mayor
A painting of Kawerau Mayor Faylene Tunui was revealed on social media.
Police search for missing man after burned-out car found in Waikato
Police are searching for Travis Langford, missing since January 17.
Rotorua Daily Post Christmas Appeal 2024
Record-breaker! Foodbank receives $103,000 in donations during Christmas Appeal
More than 1000 families have been helped thanks to the community's generosity.
'Blew us away': Appeal donations mean some 'get to have a Christmas this year'
Salvation Army sends massive aroha to 'generous' community as preliminary tally revealed.
'Inspiring': Zorb locals' day sees 2000-plus cans donated for foodbank
It exceeded last year's donation total after the rides sold out within hours.
New Zealand news
'Killing machines': 20 sheep 'ripped to bits'
'For them to come to that sort of end is absolutely deplorable.'
How much bigger could the economy be if the corporate tax rate was cut?
Deloitte economist shares her tax modelling.
Daron Parton’s cartoons: February 1 - 28
Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.
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2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix
Rotorua’s Reg Stag speeds to victory at 2025 Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix. Video / Red Bull
Smoke from Rotorua Recycling Centre fire
Smoke from the Rotorua Recycling Centre fire blanketed the surrounding area. Video / Supplied
Waitangi - Mō Te Aroha O Te Iwi, For The Love Of The People
Thousands attend official Waitangi Day event in Rotorua. Video / Kelly Makiha
'Killing machines': 20 sheep 'ripped to bits'
'For them to come to that sort of end is absolutely deplorable.'
Fatal fight: Jury reaches verdict on logger who claimed self-defence
A jury has reached a verdict in the Nathan Moscrip High Court manslaughter case.
They’re back! MTB Nationals return to Rotorua – all you need to know
The downhill competition will run for the final time over the famed Taniwha Trail.
‘A blameless life’: Teacher supplied drugs to teens, sought to avoid conviction
'He was well-liked and respected in the community, or was until this happened.'
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Opinion: Rotorua deserves answers on housing crisis impact
Local readers have their say.
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The Fonterra payout this season is the highest in history.
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A $180,000 income threshold will affect unjustified dismissal rights.
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They’re back! MTB Nationals return to Rotorua – all you need to know
The downhill competition will run for the final time over the famed Taniwha Trail.
NZ rider triumphs in national ‘No Way in Hell’ motorbike race
Wil Yeoman won the ‘No Way in Hell’ race against 160 competitors.
Dame Lydia Ko beats Dame Lisa Carrington to claim Supreme Halberg Award
The 27-year-old added another honour to her golden 2024 run.
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Hot air balloon festival returns to South Waikato
The balloons will also visit the Waipā District this year.
‘Buckle up’: Tāmati Coffey and husband expecting another baby
The couple and surrogate mother are committed to sharing the journey online.
Waitangi Day Rotorua 2025: Your guide to events
A variety of events will be taking place on Waitangi Day within the Rotorua community.
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'Killing machines': 20 sheep 'ripped to bits'
'For them to come to that sort of end is absolutely deplorable.'
Bird nests: Fire expert’s warning on tractor fire risks
A veteran firefighter warns farmers to stay vigilant against tractor fires.
Call for job opportunities for spouses to attract rural midwifes
Rural midwife Emma Bilous says the shortage 'has a lot of parts to it'.
Katie Milne talks climate change on The Country
Katie Milne, Peter Newbold, Hunter McGregor, Cameron Henderson, and Todd Clark.
'Quite unique': Digging into the DNA of NZ's working dogs
New research aims to shed new light on a farmer’s best friend.
Fishing company lands $16,500 fine for seabird risk, false reports
Macnicol Fishing was found to not use a bird-scaring device and wrongly recording fishing.