Ngāti Whakaue gifted the land in 1880 and now aims to ease housing pressure.

Matariki is a special time to reflect on the year that has passed and plan for the future.

Advocate for Maori development is passionate about making a difference.

Zara Morrison is expanding her governance experience.

He says he was having consensual sex with the women so was surprised he was charged.

Footage showed black smoke billowing from the truck at Rugby Park.

Rural road running from Rotorua to Paengaroa known to locals as a dumping site.

"There [are] some real sad cases out there at the moment."

The woman previously told the court he forced powder on his finger into her mouth.

Equipment allegedly used to make counterfeit $10, $20, and $50 notes was seized.

May figures showing how many people are in emergency housing have been released.

White Island Tours has said it will not be returning to the island.

A leading entertainment figure takes the stand to give evidence in his defence.

Choreographers teaching amateurs to shine on stage at this year's competition.

Adams is coached by her two-time Olympic champion sister.

“What we do in our youth justice houses works.”

'He’s made mistakes but that doesn’t make him a criminal'

Police were called about 10.30am.

Dancers preparing to perform in front of over 2000 people on August 19.

Flooded homes, threatened highways, and months of anxiety for lakeside residents.

"I’ve been left here having to ring my husband at work."

The counsel asked why the phones of the complainants were not seized and searched.

Hard work produces welcome putea after successful market day.

Children given special role in celebrations.

Battle of Te Ariki fought at Tarawera during the years 1853 and 1854.

Youngsters given opportunity and village artist shares indigenous experience.

More international conferences were also on the way as Rotorua reclaims its tourism crown.

Police were called to an address on Tamamutu St around 12.30am.