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McClay to meet Aussie counterpart in Rotorua

Pair to meet the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ meeting.

Waikato Muslims to showcase Māori Quran

Shakil Ahmad Monir spent more than 20 years working on the Māori Quran.

SH1 closed in north Waikato due to Northpower grid updates

The work will be carried out on Saturday.

‘It’s a worry’: Council fears Raetihi community hub roadblock

A Government directive to councils to deliver the basics has cast a shadow over plans.

Shot man's sister says bail checks 'would have broken most people'

Stephens was described as 'smart', 'generous' and 'kind'.

New lifeguards' clubhouse taking shape but needs final $1m

'We haven’t got a finish date. It all depends on how quickly we can raise the money.'

Mt Ruapehu’s crater lake cools to record level; what that means for eruption chances

Volcano's crater lake registers coldest temperature in seven decades of monitoring.

From mushroom factory to fabulous float: What to expect at this year's Hastings Blossom Festival

'I’ve always wanted to get involved, and this year is the perfect chance to do it.'

The Country: Winston Peters on Parliament standards

Winston Peters, Peter Newbold, Hunter McGregor, Chris Russell.

Education changes: Area schools ‘copping it from all directions’

North Canterbury area schools (Years 1 to 13) say they're struggling to keep up.

Farmers push for rural ward in South Wairarapa

South Wairarapa farmers say rural and urban interests can be worlds apart.

Taking the cake: How to enjoy cafe food at discount prices

Waste minimising app launches in Rotorua.

'Gutting': Charity garage sale may be canned after alleged burglary

It has raised more than $100,000 for local charities over the years.

$3.6m liabilities: PwC report on Sportcraft boating businesses

Staff, Inland Revenue and many others are listed as being owed money by the two companies.

'Crash 4, Crash 4': Colleague's final moments with man crushed in conveyor belt

The fertiliser company admits it failed to ensure workers' safety.

New lifejacket rule aims to minimise deaths on the water

Bay of Plenty boaties will need to don a lifejacket in boats under 6m while underway.

'Absolutely thrilled': The Star is reborn - 103-year-old newspaper resurrected after closure

The presses are rolling again.

NZCT kicks in $21,060 for football project

Ngongotahā AFC's Community Football Project is set to benefit from the grant.