'I had my little crown on and threw a flag around my shoulders'

At this stage the death was being treated as unexplained, police said.

The person's body was found about 1am today.

A memorable 59th year of the historic Red Stag Timber Rotorua Marathon.

'It makes you sad about the milestones .. you kind of wonder what she would’ve been like.'

'It was pretty cool to win in such hectic conditions,' says men's winner Sam Tanner.

Penny Ashton brings her musical 'Promise and Promiscuity' to Rotorua for the first time.

Plus, meet the former BOP woman who will be attending the ceremony.

The building is expected to be completed later this year.

The first dancer of 2023 to be announced is Zorb Rotorua operations manager Owen Turuta.

'We need to be informed to be proactive rather than reactive.'

The World Cup event will put “New Zealand on the map” as a BMX destination.

Lovers Tatai and Toahaere secluded themselves at Waikuta.

If people feel the wairua the artist has achieved his aim.

The organisation is at the top of the priority list, says a Rotorua Trust member.

Occasional rain was forecast for the region today.

'Dad heard this noise and thought “what was that?'

School children had to spend their fundraised playground money on security fencing.

The vibe from Sir Howard's era can still be felt in the new centre.

Surgery wait times are affecting children's health, families and society.

There are some very passionate and creative people within our sporting community.

Rawiri Waru and Lani Kereopa have served as Māori ward councillors since October.

'It has the potential to reduce stress for people living with ADHD,' Pharmac says.

The slip is blocking the road and has cut power.