Rotorua and France’s Arras become sister cities, honouring shared World War I history
Together, they expanded a network of underground chalk caverns and tunnels that allowed Allied troops to assemble undetected…
Dansey Rd crash that killed Sakura Hall: Rotorua court summary details cannabis and sunstrike
The summary said the man did not wait for his vehicle to warm up before driving, and his…
Dansey Rd crash that killed Sakura Hall: Rotorua court summary details cannabis and sunstrike
The summary said the man did not wait for his vehicle to warm up before driving, and his…
Rotorua car dealership to close, site to become new NZ Post depot
His 12 to 14 employees were his first priority. Shorland said he was reassured to learn everyone had…
Rotorua: John Paul College student wins first place in speech competition
“At first, obviously that sounds kind of silly because, at school, all we’re taught is to learn about…
Rotorua triple homicide: Man charged with assault granted electronic bail
The woman died at the scene. A homicide investigation into their deaths continues. The man was charged with…
Rotorua leaders disappointed after Oceania Rugby 7s Cup cancelled
“Despite significant efforts to secure the resources required to stage the tournament, Oceania Rugby has determined that it…
Prostate cancer: Rotorua widow organises Blue Walk to raise funds for charity
The impact on families was felt long after someone died from prostate cancer, she said. “Families are left…
Teen gets 58% off his sentence after six armed robberies, burglaries across Auckland, Waikato, Rotorua
In another robbery, a dairy worker was stabbed multiple times, while another victim was struck with a metal…
Funding shortfall: Oceania Rugby 7s Cup in Rotorua canned
Oceania Rugby was unable to secure funding for the Oceania Rugby 7s Cup in Rotorua. Photo / Photosport…
Rotorua Boys’ High School band Rau Huia wins two national music awards
The NZ Music Commission Best Song Award recognised the strength of the Rotorua group’s original composition, while the…
Grant Johnstone Suzuki Rotorua: Sue Johnstone reflects on 30 years
Sue said it was very traumatic, especially for their children, who were aged 7, 8 and 10 at…