Routine arrest left Rotorua police officer attacked by dog, new charge laid for offender
Today, police told the Herald that the officer who required surgery is “recovering well”. “The other officer involved…
Rotorua police officer undergoes surgery after dog attack during arrest
“The two staff members went through to hospital for treatment. One of them required surgery. “Obviously this is…
On The Up: Rotorua teen praised by thousands after act of kindness helping shoppers
The 55-year-old, who said she lives with extensive nerve damage that often causes her to fall, said Colin’s…
Rotorua man found with child abuse images sentenced to home detention
Ware earlier pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of objectionable material – one being a representative charge…
How a Rotorua man snatched a 3-year-old from enclosed yard at early childhood centre
The 3-year-old was at the centre on March 10 when Tekuru, who did not know her but lived…
Rotorua: Man admits taking girl, 3, with intent to have sexual connection
Tekuru‘s lawyer, Scott Mills, entered Tekuru’s guilty plea at today’s appearance. Mills suggested the court consider allocating a…
On The Up: Rotorua band Kotahi Te Rā win Smokefree Tangata Beats national final
“It feels good to win, we’re proud of ourselves. “We just came to jam and have fun, and…
Rotorua power outages after weekend winds leave thousands without supply
MetService meteorologist John Law said the strongest gust recorded in Rotorua over the weekend was 80km/h. Tauranga had…
Rotorua band Kotahi Te Rā win Smokefree Tangata Beats national final
“It feels good to win, we’re proud of ourselves. “We just came to jam and have fun, and…
Rotorua mayoral candidate Takeina Fraser charged with disqualified driving
She was remanded on bail to reappear before a judge on November 26 for a case review hearing.…
Rotorua hit-and-run case: Riki Lum, Hamilton man charged with Paige Johnson’s manslaughter, granted bail
Lum was arrested on June 25 at a Hamilton address and was remanded in custody until his bail…
New Zealand schoolboy rugby champs: How Rotorua Boys’ High School and their 16-year-old captain did it
That’s right. A Year 12 student was given the reins to lead Rotorua Boys’ High School’s elite rugby…