Festivals painted the town with vibrant shades of artistic brilliance.

All the roads where the crashes occurred are now open.

Rivals say some parties had more people in the crowd.

Two accidents only a couple of hours apart leave roads closed.

A victim says she suffers emotionally and psychologically, and had to get counselling.

The place was so named by the distant ancestor Ihenga.

Inspired by their desire to support the well-being of Māori families.

'You crossed the centre line straight into the path of a police officer.'

Rotorua Courthouse evacuated after fire alarm goes off during hearing.

Trust is seeking temporary closure of the lake to boats.

He was ordered to sell the business after a licensing authority's misconduct ruling.

Atmospheric river moving northwest through the country today.

NZTA says closing the road will let it finish the project fastest.

He said a simple PSA blood test saved his life and more men should get checked.

Rotorua and Waiariki MP candidates respond to Pareuruora Rangirangi's story.

It was the first time all six stood together before an audience.

The jury has retired to consider its verdict.

The person is due to appear in Rotorua District Court.

The signs were put up this week, and taken down less than 24 hours later.

Police are calling on the public for any information or footage to help the investigation.

Ferns "get to play against a lot more speed and a little bit more power".

"A song of great sorrow."

Coastguard Rotorua Lakes has responded to numerous kayaking incidents this year.

Emergency services were called to the scene at 11.13pm.