Latest news from Rotorua
'Marae on air': Tributes flow for Papa Ruru, the unsung radio hero
George (Hori) Bennett, aka Papa Ruru, from Rotorua was described as an unsung radio hero.
The 38 roads where speed limits will be increased
The changes will take effect by July 1.
Maritime NZ to investigate fatal jetski incident
It comes as Coastguard NZ and the harbourmaster issued safety reminders to water users.
Operation Trolley: ‘Direct attack’ on homeless or making Rotorua’s CBD safe?
Locals react to the police crackdown on people using shopping trolleys for personal ends.
$60,000 damage to liquor store ram-raided for ‘couple of bloody Woodstocks’
The owner fears for his and his staff's safety.
'Not sustainable': Tauranga worker would earn extra $30k for same job in Hamilton
'We do the same job as the Te Whatu Ora labs, but we’re paid significantly less.'
'Just the truth': Author's Te Tiriti kōrero at Rotorua Library event
Her book, 'Understanding Te Tiriti', is a Nielsen bestseller.
'This is going to kill someone': Midwife's fear after maternity service 'downgrading'
Higher-risk births sent to hospital more than an hour away after specialists quit.
Rotorua liquor store ram-raided
Security footage of a ram raid at Westbrook Liquor Centre in Rotorua. Video / Supplied
Watch: Teen repeatedly punches live octopus in ‘disgusting’ beach attack
Others can be heard yelling 'Punch him!' and 'Get him!' while filming the incident.
‘Nauseating’ worm farm granted consent to expand
The smelly farm has been given the green light.
State Highway 5 now open following crash
Emergency services were called to the crash about 4pm on Monday.
State Highway 5 now open following crash
Emergency services were called to the crash about 4pm on Monday.
'Wanted for years': Australian child physical therapy service to open NZ clinic
'Hundreds' of NZ families have travelled to Australia for intensive therapy.
Opinion: Why NZ's interest rates may stay below US levels
The Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates unchanged next week.
'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small town
Ohakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.
'Operation Trolley': Police arrest 13, return 45 trolleys to Rotorua businesses
Police undertook the operation from January 21-23.
'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boost
The Wright Family Foundation will fund Tautoko Mai for the next three years.
‘She was gone instantly’: Birthday balloon tragedy prompts warning from family
'Just don’t do it' - family's helium warning after mum of two's death at daughter's party.
Shootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birds
Nineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.
Cost of students starting high school soars - parents stung up to $800 per child
Families may face costs upwards of $800 per child for uniforms, stationery, technology.
Pedestrian dies after BoP crash
The crash happened at intersection of SH30 and Thornton Rd.
'I was dressed up, he was dressed up': Festival friendship spans 15 years
The reggae fans have attended every One Love festival together – until this year.
'Thrilled': Iwi renews council role after 'significant absence'
The new committee can make recommendations, but not decisions.
Crash involving truck at National Park
The crash is at the intersection of State Highway 47/SH4.
Pedestrian seriously injured in SH30 crash
A rescue helicopter was sent to the scene.
Watch: ‘It won’t be everyone’s cup of tea’: Luxon defends intention to boost mining
The Prime Minister laid into a 'culture of saying no'.
Mixed reactions: Govt's science revamp aims to drive economic growth
New Zealand's seven Crown Research Institutes to be grouped into three new organisations.
'Empower young people': Ngongotahā football club on a mission
The club is to welcome a special international football guest ahead of its community day.
Watch: Logs fly after trailer dramatically detaches on highway
The video shows cars swerving to avoid flying timber and debris.
‘Heartbreaking’: Recently graduated enrolled nurses unable to find jobs
Nearly 200 graduated last year, but only 68 have found jobs.
'Capitalising on community goodwill': Bins removals rubbished as more set to go
The council says it could lead to 'significant savings' and less waste.