Podcasts about Rotorua

'This lady in ICU, she put her hand on my shoulder and said "Timothy, God hasn't finished with you yet". Timothy Lee, was a fulltime pastor when he was out for a ride in the Redwood Forest in Rotorua, New Zealand when he crashed his mountain bike. The injury he received caused him to lose 92 percent of his body motor functions. These days Tim is an iterant speaker, provides supervision, is an author and possess an outward focus in wanting to encourage others dealing with challenging circumstances. Hopes, Fears and Wheelchairs - Timothy Lee | Castle Publishing Ltd - Quality books with a positive message Support Sanctuary Radio: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?brand=sanctuarySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's taken a while but we got there at last. Move-on orders. Clear lines of responsibility and delineation for police to actually fix a problem that has existed for too long in our central city areas. As the debate bounces back and forward this week have a look at those who ask "where do they go?" They ask that because it's the easy question to ask. It's the point-scoring question to ask. It's the question you ask when you don't actually have to deal with the problem. The previous Government, who will be one of the people asking that very question, stuck them in motels and ruined entire towns like Rotorua. They stuck them in social housing and ruined entire neighbourhoods, as the agency responsible evicted exactly zero people despite antisocial, and often criminal, behaviour. In other words they gave greater priority to troubled menaces than they did to wider society that simply wanted to get on with life. Downtowns, whether Wellington, Christchurch or Auckland, need help and have needed help for years. We were at lunch a couple of weeks ago in the central city for a birthday. The drugged-out woman screaming her head off on the bench outside was doing her best to ruin everyone's Saturday. The music in the restaurant had to be turned up to a level that you could no longer hear each other talk. But what was the proprietor supposed to do? What is any business supposed to do when you have to step over the down and out, the drugged out and the violent, simply to unlock your door? The apologists paint these people as harmless. They are not. They paint them as lost and wayward. They are not. They are law breakers who cause a disproportionate amount of trouble to people who don't deserve it. As a result of an apologist mentality no one has known what to do, like retail crime and Yaris' through windows a few years back. Toughen up the laws and you'll be amazed how quickly the problem gets solved. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So the OCR decision was largely as expected yesterday, but what the Reserve Bank made very clear is where they think growth will come from. As we've spoken about on the show lately, house prices aren't running away here like in Australia, bar Queenstown. In previous recoveries, the wealth effect kicks in and people go shopping when their house prices go up. But this time the bank says prices will stay flat, then pick up again later this year, but only at the rate of income growth. In other words, the opposite of what we're used over the past few decades. Usually, as anyone who's tried to buy a house will know, the price of a three-beddy in Auckland grows quicker than your salary. That's all changed now because we have more supply, at least according to the bank. So without the tickle up, where does economic growth come from? Anna Breman answered that question specifically yesterday and was pretty clear: agricultural exports, tourism, and more recently, some signs that manufacturing is picking up. These are industries that bring us money from offshore. They provide the basis for other sectors, like services, to pick up. If you're a farmer or tourism operator in Queenstown or Rotorua, you should feel proud of that. And we, through our government, should support them. That means staying off their backs and letting them get on doing what they do best: feeding the world and providing unforgettable experiences for visitors. On manufacturing, it's hard to ignore the energy debate. If we don't have a steady and reliable supply of electricity, trying to run a factory or a mill, as the central North Island has learnt the hard way just recently, becomes very difficult. So while LNG and coal for Huntly, or methane target changes, might sound bad, they're basically what ensure we support the industries that support us. What the Reserve Bank said unequivocally yesterday if that without them, there is no growth. And without growth, there are no new jobs. There ain't more tax. No new hospitals. Etc. etc. This is not to say it's a perfect world. There are costs to not doing environmental stuff. But for them to work, you need the world on board. In the meantime, the question is whether we can afford to bite the economic hand that feeds us. If you listen to the bank, it wouldn't appear so.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know there are issues with sustainability within the fashion industry - can science help create a better future? Claire Concannon visits the Bioeconomy Science Institute in Rotorua to learn how New Zealand scientists are contributing to a massive multi-national project aimed at shaping the textile industry of tomorrow. Sign up to the Our Changing World monthly newsletter for episode backstories, science analysis and more.Learn more:UPWEARS has their own research project page if you want to learn more.Learn more about how the Bioeconomy Science Institute (formally Scion) is figuring out how to make new materials and products using bio-waste products rather than fossil fuels.The rise of synthetic fibres impacted the wool industry here in New Zealand, although some entrepreneurs and weavers are making it work for them.Guests:Dr Yi Chen, Bioeconomy Science Institute, and UPWEARSDr Robert Abbel, Bioeconomy Science Institute, and UPWEARSSean Taylor, Bioeconomy Science Institute, and UPWEARSLouise Le Gall, Bioeconomy Science Institute, and UPWEARSDr Kate Parker, Bioeconomy Science Institute, and UPWEARSGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Tarawera by UTMB 2026 Recap | Golden Tickets and Key Takeaways Tonight we recap the 2026 Tarawera by UTMB, breaking down the race results, Golden Ticket recipients, and the biggest storylines from the 102K event. We'll analyze how the race unfolded, what it means for the Western States 100, and the key performances that defined the weekend in Rotorua. We'll also be joined live by Robyn Lesh, the women's 50K champion, to discuss her race and experience on the course. Additional guests may join the show as well. –––––––––––––––––– Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 –––––––––––––––––– Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com –––––––––––––––––– Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ –––––––––––––––––– Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

What an incredible weekend of sport, with the T20 Cricket World Cup, Super Rugby Pacific, and SailGP sweeping into Auckland – more on that in a minute - some of the world's best trail runners hit Rotorua for the Tarawera Premier Ultra-trail Marathon and the Winter Olympics continues to provide stunning performances, triumphs and disappointments, scandals and feel good moments. I've been interested in the chat around the Winter Olympics over the last week. The Winter Olympic Games is often criticised for being filled with elite, niche sports that struggle to capture broad public appeal. Unlike the Summer edition, which features globally accessible competitions like athletics, swimming and football, the Winter Games is based on disciplines which require specific climates, facilities, and funding. Sports such as biathlon (cross-country skiing and shooting), snowboard cross (kind of BMX racing for snowboarders), and curling are unfamiliar to many viewers outside Europe and North America. They demand snow tracks, ice rinks, and mountain ranges - resources unavailable in much of the world. As a result, participation is concentrated among a relatively small group of nations, reinforcing the perception that these are rarefied pursuits rather than widely played global sports. But for me, this exclusivity underscores why these athletes deserve celebration. Winter Olympians dedicate their lives to mastering extraordinarily demanding disciplines under harsh conditions. They train for years in sub-zero temperatures and in many cases risk injury at high speeds as they refine their skills in sports where success is often decided by fractions of a second or points. The limited global infrastructure for many of these sports makes reaching elite level even more impressive; pathways are narrower, funding scarcer, and margins for error smaller. That they are largely broadcast on pay tv in New Zealand also fuels the idea these sports aren't hugely common. But uncommon or not, if you've been watching over the last week, surely you'll agree the camera work has been spectacular and the events have been incredible to watch. My whole family have become obsessed with ice dancing and figure skating - and there have been some serious controversies and sides taken during the week, even though none of us could get ourselves around an ice rink. And really, isn't all sport at the top-end of competition elite - or as we like to call it ‘high performance sport'? On the global stage, rugby is niche. So is netball. The America's Cup is an elite sport, and the coast to coast this weekend attracts a small number of super athletes who will traverse the South Island. Doesn't make their accomplishments any less impressive. The Olympics exists not merely to platform the most popular sports, but to honour excellence at the highest level. That some of those sports are not broadly accessible does not diminish the skill required to compete. In the last week we've seen human resilience, sportsmanship, courage, and technical mastery - all done in what can be very challenging environments. So niche or not, our Kiwi athletes and their fellow competitors represent the pinnacle of their disciplines - and that alone warrants recognition and celebration. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After pouring more than $11 million into a Rotorua motel complex for the homeless, Kāinga Ora has decided to tear it down and put the Fenton St site on the market. One year on since Kainga Ora began its turnaround plan, and it's now exceeding its saving targets. Tenancy satisfaction is rising, vacancy rates are lower, fewer tenants are in rent arrears, and Kāinga Ora is doing a better job of managing its tenants to support safe, respectful communities. Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka joined Kerre Woodham to discuss the successful changes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight we continue our weeklong coverage of the double Golden Ticket race weekend with Freetrail's in-depth preview of Tarawera by UTMB. Rotorua once again plays host to the 15th running of New Zealand's largest and most important trail race. For the second year in a row, four Golden Tickets to the Western States 100 are on the line, with many of the sport's top athletes toeing the line to secure their spot in Auburn. We're going live at 5:00 PM PT / 2:00 PM NZ with Tim Tollefson and Dani Moreno to break down the course, expected conditions, and top contenders heading into race weekend. The Docket Tarawera course overview Expected racing conditions Women's favorites Men's favorites Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/... NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Dylan Bowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo Twitter https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380 Strava https://www.strava.com/athletes/

On this week's AidStation, we have the distinct pleasure of speaking with Race Director Tom Heath about the exciting new event on the calendar, Ultra Wanaka. Ali and Matt also speak to the most powerful returning champion, L. Bartholomew of Diamond Creek, Victoria, about her go-to Rotorua trails, Race week self-care, and the update on her Dad, Ash, after his recent stroke. Matt has been accused of many things, being discursive, even downright circumstantial, but one thing he has never been in the 8 years of DCR is speechless. Thanks, Lucy. Really.   Excellent Stuff.Dirt Church Radio – Best Enjoyed Running.​--- --- --- Episode Links Lucy Bartholomew InstagramAsh Bartholomew DCR 247Ultra Wanaka HomeSign up for the DCR AidStation newsletter.Dirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on FacebookFurther Faster New ZealandEnjoy!Music by Andrew McDowall, Digicake

Hello! We're back with another New Zealand episode. This one focuses on our adventures in Hobbiton and the Redwood Experience in Rotorua. We also talk about Hamnet, Weapons and Shelby's love of bubbly water. Enjoy!

Two local women lost in the Mt Maunganui landslide, the release of a man convicted of snatching a toddler, local irritation over uncared-for roadside gardens and the worrying items confiscated at Rotorua and Tauranga courts.

A man who snatched a 3-year-old girl from a Rotorua daycare centre with the intention to rape her will be released from jail in just over six weeks after serving one year in jail. His release comes under strict conditions including six months of standard release conditions, and he must adhere to other special conditions set out in his probation report. This case has raised questioins around sentencing discounts going too far, and Criminal Lawyer Steve Cullen told Tim Beveridge that it's a difficult task to balance sentencing discounts with maintaining a streamlined judicial system. He also added that any moves from the government to limit the discretion of Judges is not helpful for the system. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The search for those unaccounted for in the Mount Maunganui landslide has entered its fourth day - although now the operation is in a recovery phase. Six people are unaccounted for after a large slip swept through the Beachside Holiday Park at the base of the mountain. They include two Pakuranga College students who are aged 15, two 71-year-old friends from Rotorua, a 50-year-old Morrinsville school tutor, and a 20-year-old Swedish tourist. Police say it's highly unlikely any of the six are alive, and some human remains have been found at the site. The council says there will be an independent review into how the disaster happened and what decisions were made. Police Senior Constable Barry Shepherd, who is leading the search for police, says it's a huge operation. "There's a lot of dirt, a lot of mud, and there's some people in there somewhere. And we are desperately looking for them, it's a big job." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recovery efforts are continuing at the Mount Maunganui landslide as families and friends of the six missing victims grieve their loved ones. Those still missing include two Pakuranga College students, two 71-year-old friends from Rotorua, a Morrinsville school tutor, and a Swedish tourist. The operation has now switched from rescue to recovery. NZ Herald senior investigative reporter Michael Morrah, who's been in Mount Maunganui, says emergency crews are now moving to what's known as a 'de-layering' exercise. "This is where they are taking tonnes of debris and they are moving it to one side and they are meticulously going through this, looking for human remains." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Jesus, Quiet My Mind Tonight and Surround Me With Your Peace From London to Rotorua, Chicago, Zurich, Tel Aviv, and Christchurch — this night prayer strengthens those battling intrusive thoughts, emotional weight, and fear of tomorrow. Joshua 1:9 (NIV): “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged…” Psalm 23:4 (NIV): “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me…” Jesus, as the night settles across Rotorua, New Zealand, and the nations, You see the thoughts that refuse to quieten, the fears that surface when everything grows still, the emotional weight carried through the day, the dread of tomorrow, the tightness in the chest, and the longing for rest that finally settles the mind. These mirror the exact global and NZ search behaviours tonight: night prayer for intrusive thoughts, Jesus calm my thoughts before sleep, prayer for emotional rest, I can't switch off my mind, fear of tomorrow, prayer for deep peace, help me sleep without anxiety, Jesus protect me tonight, prayer for mental stillness, night encouragement devotional. Jesus, breathe peace into every racing thought, rest into every tight place in the heart, strength into every weary part of the mind, and courage into every space where fear has been speaking too loudly. Let Your presence surround me like a shield. Let Your voice settle every storm within me. Let Your promises guard my inner world. Let the Shepherd lead me beside still waters and steady my breath until Your rest fills me fully. Bless Rotorua tonight with healing for exhausted minds, comfort for troubled hearts, restoration for families, protection over the city, peace over neighbourhoods, strength for every person facing another difficult tomorrow, and hope rising across New Zealand as the night deepens. I declare. Jesus is with me, peace is entering my thoughts, fear is losing its grip, rest is flowing into my body, my mind is steadied, my heart is strengthened, tomorrow is held by God, and I will sleep under His covering with courage and confidence.  Joshua 1:9 night prayer, Rotorua devotional, prayer for intrusive thoughts, Psalm 23 comfort, global night prayer, NZ spiritual encouragement, V3 ultra plus max prayerSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Jesus, Hold Me Close Tonight When Fear Speaks Loudly From London to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin, and Rotorua — this midnight prayer reaches every person in New Zealand searching for courage, stability, and peace in the dark hours. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:9 — “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid… for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”Psalm 23:4 — “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me…” PRAYER  Jesus, as midnight settles over Auckland, I bring You every fear, every anxious thought, every moment where my mind feels louder than my faith. You see the pressure, the loneliness, the mental noise, the emotional exhaustion, and the fear that rises when the world goes quiet. And these perfectly mirror the long-tail searches flooding New Zealand at this hour — night fear prayer, Jesus be near me in the dark, help me sleep tonight, prayer for anxiety at midnight, prayer for comfort when I feel alone, prayer for courage in the night, I feel scared and overwhelmed, Jesus calm my heart, prayer for emotional stability, prayer for peace in my mind. Jesus, hold me close tonight when fear speaks loudly. Let Your presence surround my room, steady my breathing, quiet my thoughts, and cover me with the peace only You can give. Where panic rises, bring courage. Where heaviness weighs me down, bring rest. Where uncertainty steals my comfort, bring reassurance. Where loneliness settles in, remind me: You are with me. I am not facing the night alone. Watch over Auckland tonight — every home, every family, every young person struggling silently, every parent carrying unspoken weight, every worker exhausted from the day. Let courage rise, peace rest, and hope breathe fresh again. DECLARATION - Jesus is with me in this night. Fear will not lead me. His presence is my courage. Joshua 1:9 prayer New Zealand, Psalm 23:4 devotional, Auckland night prayer, courage in the night, fear and anxiety prayer NZ, Jesus calm my mind, daily prayer New Zealand, midnight devotional NZSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:5 — Jesus, Stay Beside Me When My Thoughts Won't Settle From London to Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin, and Rotorua — this 3 A.M. devotional reaches every person awake in the night, battling overthinking, loneliness, and mental noise. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:5 — “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Psalm 23:1 — “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” PRAYER  Jesus, at 3 A.M. in Wellington, so many people are wide awake, caught in spirals of overthinking, fear, and emotional heaviness. You see every racing thought, every moment of loneliness, every silent worry about tomorrow, every fear that grows louder in the dark. And these match the exact long-tail searches rising across New Zealand at this hour — I can't sleep because of anxiety, Jesus be with me tonight, help me when I feel alone, overthinking at 3 a.m., prayer for racing thoughts, prayer for calm in the night, I feel abandoned, Jesus stay beside me, prayer for mental stability, night-time fear prayer. Jesus, stay beside me when my thoughts will not settle. Sit with me in the quiet. Calm the noise inside my mind. Replace fear with peace, panic with stillness, loneliness with Your nearness. Let Your presence soak through every anxious part of me until my heart remembers: I am not forsaken. I am not forgotten. I am not alone. Watch over Wellington tonight — every student, every worker, every lonely heart, every person lying awake with worry, every home that feels heavy with uncertainty. Bring peace to the restless, comfort to the fearful, strength to the weary, and hope to those who feel overlooked. DECLARATION - Jesus is beside me in this night; my mind will settle under His peace. Joshua 1:5 prayer New Zealand, Psalm 23:1 devotional, Wellington night anxiety prayer, Jesus calm my thoughts, overthinking at 3 a.m., daily prayer NZ, fear and loneliness prayer, night devotional New ZealandSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:7 — Jesus, Renew My Strength for the Day You Have Given Me From London to Christchurch, Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Dunedin, and Rotorua — this dawn devotional reaches everyone waking heavy, tired, anxious, or unsure how to face the day ahead. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:7 — “Be strong and very courageous… do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go.”  Psalm 23:6 — “Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life…” PRAYER  Jesus, as Christchurch wakes to a new day, many rise feeling tired, overwhelmed, anxious about responsibilities, or carrying the weight of yesterday's worries. You see every weary mind, every stressed heart, every person wondering how they will cope today. And these perfectly mirror the long-tail searches rising across New Zealand at dawn — morning strength prayer, Jesus give me energy today, prayer for courage for the day ahead, I feel exhausted, new day anxiety prayer, how do I face today, prayer for emotional strength, I feel drained this morning, Jesus renew my spirit, help me start the day well. Jesus, renew my strength for the day You have given me. Fill me with courage where fear rises, energy where fatigue lingers, clarity where confusion tries to settle, peace where worry wants to take over. Let Your goodness and love follow me into every conversation, every responsibility, every step, every challenge, every unknown moment of this day. Watch over Christchurch — those waking early for work, those anxious about finances, those facing health battles, those carrying emotional weight, those rebuilding life, those needing fresh hope. Let this city feel Your strength, Your peace, Your guidance and Your unfailing love. DECLARATION Jesus strengthens me for this day; His goodness will follow me from morning to night. Joshua 1:7 prayer New Zealand, Psalm 23:6 devotional, Christchurch morning prayer, Jesus give me strength today, prayer for a new day NZ, daily prayer New Zealand, morning anxiety prayer NZ, courage for the daySupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:6 — Jesus, Lift the Heart of New Zealand and Strengthen Every Family From London to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin, and Rotorua — this national devotional stands with every home, whānau, workplace, and community across Aotearoa seeking strength, unity, stability, and hope. SCRIPTURE (NIV)  - Joshua 1:6 — “Be strong and courageous… because you will lead these people…” Psalm 23:3 — “He refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name's sake.” PRAYER Jesus, this morning we lift the whole nation of New Zealand before You — every family, every child, every worker, every leader, every city, every small town, every person carrying hidden stress or silent fear. You see the pressure across the nation: economic uncertainty, rising anxiety, youth mental strain, community division, storm recovery, financial burden — and these perfectly mirror the highest long-tail searches rising right now across Aotearoa: prayer for New Zealand today, Jesus heal our nation, prayer for unity in my country, national hope prayer NZ, prayer for families in New Zealand, prayer for financial stress, prayer for peace in my community, Jesus guide our leaders, prayer for protection over our land, prayer for revival in New Zealand. Jesus, be the strength of this nation. Refresh the weary, guide the uncertain, comfort the hurting, lift the discouraged, unite the divided, protect the vulnerable, steady the overwhelmed. Bring peace into workplaces, hope into homes, clarity into leadership, stability into communities, and revival into the heart of this land. Let Your Spirit move from Northland to Southland — healing, strengthening, renewing and restoring. Let New Zealand walk the right path today — the path of courage, wisdom, unity, and Your unfailing love. DECLARATION - Jesus is lifting New Zealand today — strengthening families, guiding leaders, and bringing hope to the nation. Joshua 1:6 prayer NZ, Psalm 23:3 devotional, New Zealand national prayer, Jesus heal our nation, prayer for unity NZ, prayer for families NZ, daily prayer Aotearoa, morning national prayer NZSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:8 — Jesus, Bring Peace to My Mind and Provision Into My Day From London to Hamilton, Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, and Rotorua — this midday devotional reaches workers, parents, students, and households across New Zealand seeking clarity, provision, stability, and emotional peace in the middle of the day. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:8 — “Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night… then you will be prosperous and successful.” Psalm 23:2 — “He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters.” PRAYER -  Jesus, as midday arrives across Hamilton, You see the pressure rising in hearts, minds, and workplaces — financial strain, emotional overload, job uncertainty, decision fatigue, rising cost-of-living stress, and the silent anxiety that people carry while trying to stay strong for others. You see the individuals praying under their breath, the workers on breaks holding back tears, the parents feeling overwhelmed, the students exhausted, and the households stretched to their limits. And these pressures mirror the exact long-tail searches trending across Aotearoa right now: midday prayer for peace, Jesus help me cope at work, prayer for financial pressure NZ, prayer for emotional stability, I feel overwhelmed at lunchtime, prayer for daily provision, Jesus guide my decisions today, prayer for calm in the middle of my day, prayer for clarity and focus, prayer for cost-of-living stress. Jesus, speak peace into the middle of this day. Lead me beside quiet waters internally even while life feels loud externally. Bring calm where tension rises, focus where confusion distracts, provision where resources feel thin, courage where fear whispers, clarity where decisions weigh heavy, strength where energy is low, and emotional rest where the soul feels overloaded. Let Your Word steady my thinking, regulate my emotions, and lift my perspective above pressure and into Your presence. Guide my steps this afternoon. Guard my mind from spiralling thoughts. Protect my heart from discouragement. Strengthen my hands for the tasks ahead. Surround my home, workplace, and relationships with Your peace. Let Hamilton — from the CBD to the Waikato River — feel the blessing of Your still waters. DECLARATION - Jesus is my peace, my provision, my calm, and my clarity — and He will carry me through the rest of this day. Joshua 1:8 prayer NZ, Psalm 23:2 devotional, Hamilton midday prayer, New ZealaSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Jesus, Watch Over New Zealand and Lead Us With WisdomFrom London to Christchurch, Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Dunedin, and Rotorua — this evening national prayer lifts Aotearoa before God, standing with every family, leader, worker, and community seeking stability, peace, protection, and hope. SCRIPTURE (NIV) - Joshua 1:9 — “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Psalm 23:5 — “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.” PRAYER -  Jesus, tonight we lift the nation of New Zealand before You — from Christchurch to Wellington, Hamilton, Auckland, Dunedin, Rotorua, and every coastal town, rural settlement, and community in between. You see the pressure rising across our land: economic strain, cost-of-living burdens, weather events, political tension, mental-health fatigue, and the quiet fear so many carry about tomorrow. And these pressures mirror the exact long-tail searches trending across Aotearoa right now: prayer for New Zealand tonight, Jesus protect our nation, prayer for Christchurch safety, prayer for national unity NZ, prayer for wisdom for our leaders, prayer for storms and disasters, prayer for cost-of-living crisis NZ, prayer for peace in stressful times, prayer for healing in our communities, prayer for New Zealand's future. Jesus, cover New Zealand with Your peace. Strengthen Christchurch — comfort those facing uncertainty, rebuild weary hearts, restore stability after seasons of strain, and protect every home, workplace, and school. Bring wisdom to leaders in government, clarity to those making heavy decisions, courage to frontline workers, resilience to families feeling stretched, and hope to young people navigating uncertainty about the future. Let Your presence push back fear. Let unity replace division. Let compassion replace frustration. Let peace settle over our cities. Let calm fill our homes. Let courage rise again across the nation. Prepare a table of provision and protection for New Zealand even in the presence of pressures, storms, and challenges. DECLARATION - Jesus, You are Lord over New Zealand. You will guide us, protect us, strengthen us, and lead us with overflowing grace and wisdom.Joshua 1:9 New Zealand prayer, Christchurch national prayer, Psalm 23:5 devotional, prayer for NZ leaders, New Zealand unitSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:3 — Jesus, Guide My Steps Into the Future You Have Prepared From London to Dunedin, Christchurch, Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, and Rotorua — this evening devotional strengthens those in Aotearoa who feel uncertain, anxious, or unsure of their next steps, lifting every heart seeking direction, identity, courage, and confidence. SCRIPTURE (NIV) - Joshua 1:3 — “I will give you every place where you set your foot, as I promised Moses.” Psalm 23:1 — “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” PRAYER - Jesus, tonight I come to You from Dunedin and across New Zealand with the weight of uncertainty in my steps, questions about tomorrow, fears about the future, and the quiet anxieties that many are typing into search boxes across our nation: prayer for guidance NZ, Jesus help me know what to do, prayer for confidence in my future, prayer for identity and purpose, prayer for new beginnings NZ, prayer when I feel lost, how to trust God in uncertainty, prayer for direction in life, Jesus guide my steps, prayer for courage to face the future. You know the hidden questions beneath every search. You see the hesitation, the self-doubt, the fear of making the wrong choice, the pressure of expectations, the fatigue of trying to be strong, and the loneliness that sometimes grows in the evening. Jesus, guide my steps. Shepherd my heart. Give me the courage to walk into what You have prepared, the confidence to believe that I am not an accident, and the assurance that I lack nothing in You. Strengthen people in Dunedin facing academic pressure, work uncertainty, emotional exhaustion, transitions, and decisions that feel heavy. Bring peace into student flats, comfort to isolated homes, calm to worried minds, courage to hesitant hearts, and hope to every person afraid of stepping forward. Lead New Zealanders into clarity, identity, resilience, and renewed purpose. Let Your voice be louder than fear. Let Your promise be stronger than doubt. Let Your presence walk with me into every unknown path. DECLARATION - Jesus, You go before me. You guide my steps. You secure my future. I will move forward with courage and confidence because You shepherd my life Joshua 1:3 prayer, Dunedin devotional, Psalm 23:1 New Zealand prayer, prayer for guidance NZ, Jesus direct my steps, evening prayer Aotearoa, identity and confidence prayer, future uncertainty prayerSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Jesus, Quiet My Mind Tonight and Fill Me With PeaceFrom London to Rotorua, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin, Christchurch, and Hamilton — tonight we stand with those across Aotearoa who are battling night anxiety, intrusive thoughts, emotional heaviness, fear of tomorrow, and mental fatigue as God brings peace to every home and every heart. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:9 — “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”Psalm 23:4 — “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me…” PRAYER  Jesus, as night settles over Rotorua and across New Zealand, I bring You every fear, every racing thought, every wave of anxiety, every moment where my mind refuses to rest, and every long-tail cry rising across Aotearoa: night anxiety NZ, Jesus calm my mind, prayer for sleep Rotorua, fear of tomorrow prayer, help me switch off my thoughts, prayer for emotional rest, Jesus protect my mind tonight, prayer when I feel overwhelmed, prayer for peace before sleep, devotional for intrusive thoughts. You see every person lying awake, carrying burdens too heavy for one heart. You know the exhaustion, the pressure, the loneliness, the fear that grows in silence, the dread of another day, the uncertainty about the future, and the emotional fatigue felt deeply across Rotorua. Jesus, breathe peace into my room, stillness into my mind, calm into my heart, and courage into my spirit. Let Your presence settle over homes where anxiety is rising, where families are stressed, where young people cannot sleep, where exhaustion has become normal, and where fear whispers lies. Replace panic with peace, dread with courage, heaviness with rest, and uncertainty with assurance. Let Your voice quiet the noise inside my mind and let Your presence surround me like light in the dark. Tonight, Jesus, carry what I cannot carry. Lift what I cannot hold. Calm what I cannot quiet. Guard me as I sleep. DECLARATION - Jesus, You are with me in the night. I will not fear. My mind will rest, my heart will settle, and my tomorrow is safe in Your hands.Joshua 1:9 night prayer, Rotorua prayer devotional, Psalm 23:4 New Zealand prayer, prayer for sleep NZ, night anxiety devotional, Jesus calm my mind, evening prayer Aotearoa, fear of tomorrow prayerSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:5 — Jesus, Stay With Me Tonight and Strengthen My Tomorrow From London to Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Hamilton, and Rotorua — tonight we stand with Aotearoa as homes across New Zealand battle fear of the future, economic pressure, emotional fatigue, and uncertainty about tomorrow. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:5 — “No one will be able to stand against you… I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Psalm 23:6 — “Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life…” PRAYER - Jesus, as New Zealand quiets for the night, I bring You the fears, burdens, pressures, and hidden anxieties carried across homes, families, relationships, workplaces, schools, and communities. You see every tired mind, every overwhelmed heart, every person afraid of tomorrow, and every long-tail cry rising across Aotearoa: night fear NZ, prayer for the future New Zealand, Jesus calm my anxiety, fear of tomorrow prayer, I feel overwhelmed tonight, prayer for national stability, prayer when I cannot cope, Jesus stay with me, prayer for emotional peace NZ, devotional for future anxiety. You see the financial strain affecting households, the uncertainty surrounding jobs, the emotional pressure growing among young people, the fear triggered by storms, earthquakes, global instability, and the dread people feel as they step into tomorrow. Jesus, enter every home tonight with Your peace. Enter every heart with Your courage. Enter every restless mind with Your quiet strength. Let Your presence wrap around New Zealand like a protective covering. Bring calm to anxious minds, comfort to discouraged hearts, strength to the weary, courage to the fearful, peace to the troubled, hope to the uncertain, and rest to the overwhelmed. Break the cycle of night panic, intrusive thoughts, emotional exhaustion, and fear of the future. Speak into the silence: “I will never leave you, I will never forsake you.” Rise over New Zealand with goodness, mercy, protection, and unfailing love. Lift the nation tonight, steady its people, guide its leaders, and bring peace across Aotearoa. DECLARATION - Jesus, You are with me tonight. I will not fear tomorrow. Your goodness and Your love follow me, and my future is safe in Your hands. Joshua 1:5 prayer NZ, Psalm 23:6 devotional, New Zealand national prayer, night prayer for fear, Jesus calm my mind NZ, future anxiety prayer, Aotearoa devotional, national hope prayerSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

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Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Jesus, Cover New Zealand With Peace and Guide Our Leaders With Wisdom - From London to Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Hamilton, Rotorua, and Dunedin — this evening prayer stands with Aotearoa as the nation seeks stability, unity, and wisdom. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:9 — “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid… for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Psalm 23:5 — “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies… my cup overflows.” PRAYER  Jesus, tonight we pray over the whole of New Zealand — from Cape Reinga to Bluff — and especially over Wellington, the heart of decision-making, leadership, pressure, and national responsibility. You see the political tension, social division, rising financial fear, emotional stress on families, uncertainty about the future, and communities feeling the weight of change. You see the storm fronts, the rising costs, the pressure on youth, the division online, and the exhaustion many are carrying. And these match the exact long-tail searches rising across New Zealand right now — prayer for New Zealand, prayer for wisdom for leaders, Jesus bring unity to our nation, prayer for peace in my country, prayer for protection over New Zealand, prayer for stability, prayer for revival in NZ, prayer for families under pressure, prayer for financial peace, prayer for national healing — and You answer: Do not be afraid. I am with you wherever you go. My cup overflows for you. Jesus, bring peace into divided spaces, wisdom into government rooms, calm into anxious homes, strength into tired workplaces, clarity into confused hearts, and unity where conflict has taken root. Guide New Zealand's leaders with courage, integrity, compassion, and heavenly wisdom. Protect the nation from unrest, storms, fear, and confusion. Lift those who feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or pushed beyond their capacity. Cover schools, churches, hospitals, emergency services, communities, and families with Your peace. Bring healing where the nation is hurting, hope where despair is rising, and stability where uncertainty is growing. Let revival spark again — pure, humble, Spirit-led. DECLARATION Jesus, You are the Shepherd of New Zealand. You lead us, protect us, strengthen us, and pour out peace over this nation. Joshua 1:9 prayer NZ, Psalm 23:5 devotional, prayer for New Zealand, Wellington prayer, national peace prayer, NZ revival prayer, daily prayer New ZealandSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:3 — Jesus, Help Me Step Into the Future You Have Promised From London to Dunedin, Wellington, Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua, and Christchurch — this evening devotional strengthens those stepping into change, uncertainty, and new seasons. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:3 — “I will give you every place where you set your foot…” Psalm 23:1 — “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” PRAYER  Jesus, tonight I bring every fear, hesitation, uncertainty, and question about my future. You see the pressure rising in Dunedin — the young-adult anxiety, the fear of not being enough, the uncertainty around work, study, calling, relationships, and identity. You see those who feel stuck, those who feel lost, and those who feel like they have nothing left to give. And You speak the same promise You spoke to Joshua — every place where you set your foot, I will give you. And these align perfectly with the exact long-tail searches rising across New Zealand — prayer for direction, Jesus guide my steps, fear of change prayer, prayer for new opportunities, prayer for clarity about my future, I feel lost and need guidance, prayer for confidence, Jesus strengthen my identity, prayer for courage to move forward, prayer for decision-making — and You answer: I am your Shepherd. You lack nothing. Jesus, strengthen my steps, steady my thoughts, calm my emotions, and lift my confidence. Where fear rises, let courage rise higher. Where uncertainty clouds my mind, give clarity. Where opportunities feel intimidating, give boldness. Where lies whisper “you cannot,” speak Your truth — I am with you wherever you go. Let Dunedin experience a wave of courage, identity, clarity, resilience, new beginnings, and holy confidence. Open the right doors. Close the wrong ones. Lead me into the place You have prepared — the place of peace, calling, purpose, growth, and promise. Guide my heart so I walk by faith and not by fear. DECLARATION I step into the future God has prepared for me. I lack nothing, because the Lord is my Shepherd and His promise goes before me.Joshua 1:3 devotional, Psalm 23:1 prayer, Dunedin prayer, NZ evening prayer, courage and identity prayer, prayer for direction New Zealand, daily prayer NZSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Jesus, Give Me Peace Before I Sleep Tonight From London to Rotorua, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin, Christchurch, and Hamilton — this night prayer reaches those who cannot switch off their mind and long for emotional rest. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:9 — “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Psalm 23:4 — “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me…” PRAYER  Jesus, tonight I bring every fear, every racing thought, every moment where my mind refuses to settle. Rotorua is facing a rising emotional-health surge — anxiety in the evenings, fear of tomorrow, intrusive thoughts, pressure from work and family, and a silent heaviness that so many carry alone. You see those lying awake, exhausted but unable to rest, overwhelmed but afraid to admit it, and You come near with courage and comfort. And these mirror the long-tail searches flooding New Zealand tonight — night anxiety prayer, Jesus calm my mind, prayer for emotional rest, fear of tomorrow prayer, I can't stop overthinking, prayer for sleep protection, prayer for peace before bed, Jesus protect my thoughts, prayer for night fear, prayer for mental quiet — and You answer: Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Jesus, quiet my mind. Slow my breathing. Lift the pressure in my chest. Break the spiral of overthinking. Remove the fear of tomorrow. Let Your presence settle over me like a warm covering. Let Your courage rise where panic tries to grow. Let Your peace speak louder than every intrusive thought. Walk with me through the dark valley, and remind me that no valley is too deep for Your light. Give me holy rest tonight, unbroken peace, and a refreshed spirit for tomorrow. Let Rotorua feel the weight of Your nearness and the freedom of Your peace. DECLARATION I will not fear the night. Jesus is with me, His peace surrounds me, and His courage strengthens me. Joshua 1:9 prayer, Psalm 23:4 night prayer, Rotorua prayer, NZ night devotional, prayer for anxiety NZ, daily prayer New Zealand, peace before sleep prayerSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:5 — Jesus, Stay With Me Tonight and Strengthen My Tomorrow From London to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin, and Rotorua — this night prayer stands with the whole nation of New Zealand as people search for peace, stability, protection, and strength for tomorrow.SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:5 — “No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life… I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Psalm 23:6 — “Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life…” PRAYER  Jesus, tonight we lift the nation of New Zealand into Your hands. You see the uncertainty, financial strain, weather pressures, rising emotional fatigue, and the deep fear of what tomorrow might bring. Across the country — in homes, flats, student rooms, workplaces, and hospital wards — people are searching for peace that lasts, and hope that holds through the night. And these searches match exactly what is rising across New Zealand right now — future anxiety prayer, Jesus be with me tonight, prayer for national peace, prayer for protection over my family, prayer for guidance for tomorrow, fear of the future prayer, help me cope with tonight, prayer for God's presence, prayer for emotional strength, prayer for peace in my country Jesus, You answer each one with a promise: I will never leave you nor forsake you. Stand beside every person who feels overwhelmed. Breathe peace into homes that are restless tonight. Strengthen those who are afraid of what tomorrow may bring. Bring comfort to those grieving, guidance to those confused, calm to those battling anxiety, and courage to those who feel they cannot face another day. Watch over New Zealand — north to south, coast to coast. Protect our communities from harm, storms, violence, despair, and division. Lift the weary. Heal the broken. Restore hope. Let Your goodness and mercy follow this nation through the night and into the dawn. DECLARATION Jesus is with me tonight. His goodness follows me. His strength will meet me tomorrow. Joshua 1:5 prayer, Psalm 23:6 devotional, New Zealand national prayer, prayer for NZ, night prayer for fear, future anxiety prayer, daily prayer New Zealand, peace for the nation NZSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Jesus, Give Me Courage Tonight When Anxiety Rises in the Dark -  From Auckland to Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Rotorua, and Dunedin — this midnight devotional reaches New Zealanders who are facing night fear, anxiety spikes, emotional overwhelm, and the pressure of tomorrow as darkness settles. Joshua 1:9 — “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Psalm 23:4 — “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me…” PRAYER  Jesus, tonight I bring before You every anxious thought rising across Auckland — the fear that comes when the world goes quiet, the loneliness that intensifies in the dark, the emotional pressure that feels heavier at midnight, the worry about tomorrow, the fear of failure, the dread that whispers lies, the mental exhaustion, the hidden tears, the sense of being overwhelmed, the fear of being alone with my thoughts, the uncertainty about the future, the battles no one sees, and the emotional storms that grow in the quiet hours. You see the exact long-tail searches rising right now across New Zealand — night anxiety prayer, Jesus give me courage tonight, prayer when I cannot sleep, I feel scared in the dark, prayer for overwhelming fear, prayer for anxious thoughts at midnight, Jesus protect my mind tonight, help me calm down before sleep, prayer for peace in my emotions, how to stop fear at night, Jesus carry me through my panic, prayer for strength when I feel weak — and You meet every one of them with Your presence Walk with me through this valley. Stand beside every household in Auckland where fear has entered the night. Let Your courage breathe into tired lungs. Let Your peace rest over anxious minds. Let Your presence push back every shadow. Let Your strength rise where my strength has ended. Let Your voice silence every fear. Let Your light fill every dark corner. Let Your comfort settle on every trembling heart. Jesus, be my courage, my covering, my stability, and my strength tonight.DECLARATION I will not fear the night because Jesus is with me; I will not be overwhelmed because His strength is mine; I will not face tomorrow alone because the Lord walks with me into every hour ahead.Joshua 1:9 prayer, Psalm 23 night prayer, New Zealand devotional, Auckland prayer, night anxiety prayer, Jesus give me courage, mSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:8 — Jesus, Give Me Stability and Peace in the Middle of My DayFrom London to Hamilton, Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Rotorua, and Dunedin — this midday devotional speaks peace into homes, workplaces, and hearts across Aotearoa. SCRIPTURE (NIV) Joshua 1:8 — “Meditate on it day and night… then you will be prosperous and successful.” Psalm 23:2 — “He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters.” PRAYER  Jesus, at this midday hour I lift before You the people of Hamilton and every person across New Zealand who is feeling pressure, tiredness, overwhelm, or emotional strain. You see the cost-of-living pressures, workplace stress, uncertainty around finances, exhaustion from trying to hold everything together, worry about the future, and the mental overload that rises as the day reaches its peak. And You hear exactly what people are searching for right now across Hamilton and the nation — prayer for provision, prayer for financial help, Jesus provide for me, prayer for emotional stability, prayer for peace at work, prayer for clarity and direction, prayer for strength to cope today, help me handle stress, midday devotional for anxiety, prayer for calm in the middle of my day — and You answer with Your words: I lead you beside quiet waters. I guide you into peace. My word stabilises your mind and gives you success. Jesus, bring peace into homes where tension is rising, into workplaces where pressure is building, into hearts that feel on edge, and into minds overwhelmed by too many responsibilities. Provide for those worried about bills, food, jobs, and stability. Lift the weight off those who feel they are running on empty. Let the quiet waters of Your presence flow over every anxious thought, every emotional storm, every financial fear, and every place where strength feels low. Give clarity where confusion is clouding judgment. Give grace where patience is thinning. Give hope where discouragement is creeping in. Give strength where exhaustion is stealing focus. And let every person today know — deeply — that they are not walking through this day alone. DECLARATION Jesus, You are my Provider, my Peace, my Strength, and my Quiet Waters. You stabilise my mind, calm my spirit, guide my steps, and give me everything I need for today. Joshua 1:8 prayer, Psalm 23:2 devotional, Hamilton prayer, prayer for provision NZ, peace in the middle of the day, daily prayer New Zealand, emotional stabiSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

An 18-year-old has been charged with dangerous driving after allegedly inhaling nitrous oxide - also known as nangs or NOS - while behind the wheel in Rotorua. Inspector Phil Gillbanks from Bay of Plenty spoke to Lauren Crimp.

Guest: Flight Lieutenant Wilfrid Leopold “Buck” Pound NZ427559 – 21 October 1922 to 27 January 2021 Hosts: Dave Homewood Recorded: 29th of June 2013 Released: 31st of December 2025 Duration:  53 minutes 23 seconds In this Wings Over New Zealand Show episode Dave Homewood interviews WWII RNZAF bomber pilot ‘Buck’ Pound. He spent a short time in the Army in Tauranga after WWII broke out, before getting into the RNZAF. His initial training was at Rotorua, and he began flying training at Ashburton on de Havilland Tiger Moths. Next he progressed onto flying Airspeed Oxfords at Wigram. Upon passing out with his flying badge, Buck was posted to England where he flew more Oxfords, and then onto Vickers Wellingtons at No. 11 Operational Training Unit at Westcott. He and his crew, and his best mate Robbie who was another pilot with his own crew, volunteered to got to Italy. They joined No. 104 Squadron at Foggia, flying Wellingtons in the night bombing role. He talks about some of the experiences he had including a terrifying night when the Wellington was struck by lightning and they lost all their instruments. Following the tour in Italy, Buck was sent to by converted onto Mosquitoes. And he ended up flying Mosquitoes from Malta in a specialist target marking role. After the war Buck got into banking and finance. Buck was a member of the New Zealand Bomber Command Association. He passed away on the 27th of January 2021. Quick Links: • The New Zealand Bomber Command Association • The New Zealand Bomber Command Association Facebook Page Photos from Wilfred ‘Buck’ Pound’s collection, via The New Zealand Bomber Command Association Archive. The music at the end of this episode is Wild Flower by Joachim Karud

Observers may have noticed parts of Rotorua looking a little sharper with berms trimmed, rubbish cleared, and lawns neatly edged. That tidy-up was driven by local rangatahi (youth) who have stepped forward to give their streets a festive spruce-up. A crew of about a dozen young people, led by Waiariki Whanau Mentoring youth mentor Thomas Peato, has gathered once a week through December for a full day of maintenance mahi (work). He joins Bryan for a chat.

A slow weave of some of the past year's Field Recordings, from a child playing in the snow to a brass band playing Christmas carols in the street. Father and daughter build a snowman in the backyard, Copenhagen, Denmark on 2nd January 2025 – by Joyce de Badts Cracking the ice underfoot over a frozen puddle, Low Bentham, North Yorkshire, UK in early January 2025 – by Charlotte Petts Ice on Queen's Park Pond, Glasgow, Scotland in January 2025 – by Katie Revell “Recorded using a contact microphone at Queen's Park pond on the Southside of Glasgow, during a cold snap in January. The pond had frozen over (which doesn't happen often), and people were walking and skating on it. One person asked if I was measuring the thickness of the ice. I handed my headphones round a group of kids, and it was fun to watch their reactions to the sci-fi noises…” Snow slowly melting from a bridge next to Ribblehead viaduct, North Yorkshire, UK in early January 2025 – by Charlotte Petts Listening to the river flow as the snow melts into the water from the fields nearby,  River Wenning, Bentham, North Yorkshire, UK in early January 2025 – by Charlotte Petts Tawny Owls voicing the starry dark, the foot of Dartmoor, UK at 5am on 3rd January 2025 – by Kirsteen McNish “I stood on the doorstep to look at the stars because of the ice bright visibility and heard them calling to each other.” Primal scream atop Bernal Hill, San Francisco, USA on 20th January 2025 at 9am – by Kristina Loring “A group of organizers had distributed flyers in our neighborhood for a timely cathartic moment atop the large mountain park that overlooks the city of San Francisco and the bay. It was organized to coincide with the swearing-in of the newest conservative American regime on Inauguration day. But one's rage can't be limited to whoever is in the presidential office. We scream for a litany of injustices—an endless list that cannot be exhausted here. Many rages filled my lungs that day and escaped my mouth in an inarticulate howl. Beneath the rage was a yearning for: Justice for Palestinians everywhere. Justice for trans folks everywhere. Justice for refugees everywhere.” Dead leaves on a silver birch, Stanton Moor, Derbyshire, UK on 5th February 2025 – by Rose de Larrabeiti “I took myself to Derbyshire for a few days in early February. I walked up to Stanton Moor with my dog Rosie (not named by me!) looking for a Bronze Age stone circle called the Nine Ladies. Nearby were silver birches with their dead brown leaves rustling in the wind.” Babble of Ta Ta Creek spring, British Columbia, Canada in early February 2025 – by PJ Howe “Here is a little recording of our local spring. We hiked through 2ft of snow in the -10 temps to the head of our local creek. Due to the deep cold we are in, the ice formations around the spring are spectacular. The quiet babble of the creek makes this such a special place.” Geothermal mud pools in Rotorua, Aotearoa (New Zealand) on 8th February 2025 – by Will Coley Woodpecker in back garden, south-east London, UK on 14th February 2025 – by Cesar Gimeno Lavin “This morning I was delighted to find that, after quite a few months, this woodpecker has returned! Back to the very same tree. I love how the sound echoes around the garden.” ‘Silence' in Doubtful Sound, Aotearoa (New Zealand) on 15th February 2025 – by Will Coley Steam train arriving and then departing, Haworth, West Yorkshire, UK on 17th February 2025 – by Cesar Gimeno Lavin Walking in the dry, squeaky-crunchy snow on Elm Street in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada on 22nd February 2025 – by Laura Nerenberg “The snow was delightfully squeaky and I took every chance I could to stomp around…” The last performance of the world's largest pipe organ, Philadelphia, USA on 22nd March 2025 – by Alex Lewis “Thousands of people gathered on Saturday, March 22nd at Macy's in Philadelphia, PA to hear the last performances of the Wanamaker Organ – possibly the world's largest pipe organ – as the department store marked its final weekend in business. This is an excerpt from the final recital by John Wanamaker Grand Court Organist Peter Richard Conte. My wife gave this piece the unofficial title: ‘an elegy for in-person shopping'.” Squeaky frogs, Watcarrick, near Eskdalemuir, Scotland on 25th March 2025 – by Geoff McQueen ‘Hands Off' March, New York, USA on Saturday 5th April 2025 – by Jon Moskowitz Nightingales at Knepp, Sussex, UK in April 2025 – by Charlotte Petts “…from my camp out at the Knepp estate last week – managed to creep up pretty close to a nightingale singing in the shrubby hedgerows. Absolutely gorgeous to fall asleep to them calling out to each other through the night.” Cows in Los Lagos de Covadonga, Asturias, Spain in May 2025 – by Sarah Kramer and Nina Porzucki  Bells heard through a window, Vilnius, Lithuania in the morning on 26th May 2025 – by Eleanor McDowall Creek bed, Lerderderg State Park on Wurundjeri Country, Australia in May 2025 – by Camilla Hannan Bingo on a roasting Saturday evening in Derbyshire, June 2025 – by Andrew Conroy ‘Little Tibet', Parco nazionale d'Abruzzo, Lazio e Molise, Italy in June 2025 – by Cosmin Sandu River through wood, Boise River, USA on 22nd June 2025 – by Ariana Martinez “This tape was gathered in Boise, Idaho with a contact microphone affixed to a tree root partially submerged in the Boise River.” Dawn chorus, Lopez Island, USA in 2025 – by Joe Harvey-Whyte Primary night watch party after Zohran Mamdani's win, Brooklyn Masonic Temple, New York on Wednesday 26th June 2025 – by Rachel Humphreys Protest after the vote, Westminster, London, UK on 2nd July 2025 – by Eleanor McDowall Ringing the peace bell, Hiroshima, Japan on 14th July 2025 – by Lisa Hack Knossos Palace, Crete, Greece on 17th July 2025 at 11.30am – by Giles Stokoe Pans protest outside Downing Street, London, UK at 6pm on 25th July 2025 “Hundreds gather outside Downing Street banging pots and pans as Israel's blockade continues to cause the starvation of Palestinians in the Gaza strip. 120 people – 80 of them children – have been confirmed dead from famine as of 26th July. In the last 24 hours two babies have died from malnutrition. Nearly 1000 Palestinians have been shot to death by Israeli soldiers whilst queuing for food.” Goats going home, Sabugueiro, Serra da Estrela, Portugal, late evening on 13th August 2025 – by Katherina Lindekens Gongs, Glastonbury Tor, Somerset, UK on 21st August 2025 – by Barny Smith Waves on a shingle beach, St Leonards-on-Sea, UK, late September 2025 – by Eleanor McDowall New York Mayoral Election Results, Paul's, Brooklyn, NY, USA on 4th November 2025 – by Brian Pester Democratic Socialists of America election night party, Bushwick, NY as Hell Gate NYC livestream called the race at 9.44pm on 4th November 2025 – by Kalli Anderson Inside a rainwater collection tank, London, UK on 10th November 2025 – by Cesar Gimeno Lavin 2 minutes silence from the rooftop of St Paul's Cathedral, Rememberance Sunday at 11am, 2025 – by Joe Harvey-Whyte Unknown instrument in the subway at two minutes to midnight, Metropolitan / Lorimer St station, New York, USA on 12th November – by Jonah Buchanan “Descending the stairs, I was disappointed to see a two-digit number in the wait time for the train. the music started a couple minutes later. they had a pedal and an instrument i couldn't identify. i wouldn't say it was dreamy, and there's not really a synonym i can find that captures it. maybe bewitching…” UK farmers tractor protest on the day of the budget, Rupert Street, Soho, London, UK at 14.29 on 26th November 2025 – by Clare Lynch “16th century Soho fields being ploughed in protest by 21st century musical tractors.” Cows grazing in the fog, Cerro, on the Lessini Mountains, North of Verona, Italy in late November 2025 – by Davide Erbogasto “…some cows were grazing in the field, regardless of the rain, fog or snow. Their bell kept me company through the week.” Crystal Palace Band playing at the Crystal Palace Christmas Tree lights turn-on, London, UK on 29th November 2025 – by Alan Hall First big snow of the season, Pittsburgh, USA on 2nd December 2025 – by Dennis Funk “This first big snow was really dreamy. It started late in the night after I'd gone to bed, and had already stopped by morning. When I woke up there was the shock of a white, white world and a few inches on the ground. I got lost in the stillness of the day, and watched little heaps tumble from branches when a breeze rattled through.”

A Kiwi classic with added convenience. Rotorua has its first hot pie vending machine, stocked with the famous Maketū Pies. All ten varieties are on offer in the machine, which sits just outside the I-site and besides the Redwoods Treewalk. General Manager Craig Williams told Heather du Plessis-Allan the site was selected for visibility, with around 700,000 tourists passing through per day. He says a lot of international tourists are looking for a hot pie as part of their Kiwi experience, and the novelty of the machine will capture attention. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Te Pati Maori's leadership say its annual general meeting in Rotorua yesterday was a great day for the movement. Lillian Hanly reports.

Kiwi actor and musician Jordi Webber has just joined the cast of the New Zealand-filmed series Spartacus: House of Ashur. 

Frustration is growing in Rotorua, with the government promising that a new courthouse is on its agenda, but there's still no action after years of delays. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports.

The government has announced an end to emergency housing motels in Rotorua - fulfilling a campaign promise. The minister responsible, Tama Potaka, said it will restore the town's safety, dignity, and confidence. But Labour said all it's done is shift the problem to the streets. Political reporter Giles Dexter has more.

Questions to Ministers SUZE REDMAYNE to the Minister for Economic Growth: What recent reports has she seen on exporters' access to United States markets? JAMIE ARBUCKLE to the Associate Minister of Health: What recent data has she seen about smoking rates in New Zealand? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? Dr CARLOS CHEUNG to the Minister for Infrastructure: What reports has he seen on New Zealand's Infrastructure Pipeline? CHLÖE SWARBRICK to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she agree with Nicola Willis in March 2023 that "National will take action to get food prices under control once more"; if so, are food prices now higher or lower than October 2024? MILES ANDERSON to the Minister for Tourism and Hospitality: What recent reports has she seen on cycle trails in New Zealand? SCOTT WILLIS to the Associate Minister for the Environment: How many jobs addressing wilding conifers did Jobs for Nature fund over the course of the programme, and how many roles will be lost when funding is discontinued? Hon Dr AYESHA VERRALL to the Minister of Health: What actions, if any, were taken to mitigate multiple clinical portals in Central and Te Manawa Taki regions described in Health New Zealand document HNZ00092045, and when were these actions taken? TOM RUTHERFORD to the Associate Minister of Housing: What recent announcement has he made about Rotorua? ORIINI KAIPARA to the Minister of Housing: Does he stand by the Government's proposed changes to the National Policy Statement on Urban Development? TANGI UTIKERE to the Minister of Housing: On what date, if any, did he make a specific request to the Cabinet Office for conflict-of-interest advice relating to the city link bridge funding transfer, separate from his regular six-monthly conflict reviews, and what was that advice?

A Rotorua women's refuge says it has been shocked at the increase in the number of those needing to escape abusive homes over the past 18 months. But the rise in those affected by family violence isn't just a Rotorua problem, with one Auckland provider telling RNZ the economic situation has compounded the problem there, too. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports.

The 52 year old Rotorua woman is a keen mountain biker - prior to her surgery she would spend hours in the Redwoods forests. 

Expelled Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris says he's had no response from the party's national council over his calls for an urgent meeting; The fallout from the release of more than 20,000 new documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein continues; The number of Australians visiting here surged over the past year to the second highest number on record. Bookings in tourism hotspots like Queenstown, Christchurch and Rotorua are picking up ahead of a busy summer; A British pub in Greater Manchester has solved what it's called the crime of the century, a quiz team consistently winning through cheating; A Coromandel couple is at their wit's end about how to get a good night's sleep, because of rowdy penguin lodgers who are treating the place like their own.

The number of Australians visiting here surged over the past year to the second highest number on record. Bookings in tourism hotspots like Queenstown, Christchurch and Rotorua are picking up ahead of a busy summer. Sudima Hotels chief operation officer Les Morgan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A person who witnessed a fatal bus crash in Rotorua last night says the car involved appeared to cross the centre line. A passenger in the car was killed and the driver and another passenger were critically injured after it collided with a bus full of school children.

Thirty-one people have been involved in a crash between a bus and a car in the Rotorua suburb of Owhata last night. Lauren Crimp reports.

With unemployment hitting a nice year high, there's some brighter news in Rotorua. David Tapsell, Chair of the mall owner Pukeroa Oruawhata Trust spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Best number plates you've seen in the wild. What's the maximum amount you can want to kiss your friends? Boys Get Paid review Mumma Di's betting process. Clint wants to be the Mayor of Rotorua. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly reports on the fire that destroyed an historic rugby club, a reward is offered for a missing local teacher, manslaughter charges four years after the disappearance of a local man and a local golfing legend.