It has taken 'a lot of hard work' to get there.

Bryan Ramage sexually and indecently abused three youngsters, repeatedly raping one.

Minister says changes will be targeted and narrow.

The fire was caused by an air ventilation fan.

'Without those people, the outcome could have been completely different.'

The victim went into his bedroom to get changed and saw the man in his wardrobe.

The girl was last seen around 2.30pm on Sunday.

There was a big win for the south in last night's draw.

'By that point, there was no time to move. I looked at the ute, I’m like ‘f*** I’m dead’.'

South Taranaki farmers say a recent smattering of rain isn’t enough to break a drought.

He gained his Mongrel Mob patch before sentencing but told the court he had cut ties.

'As farmers, we love our stock and want to keep them going.'

It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.

The fatal accident occurred on Main North Rd near Ohanga Rd.

Tony Magner says he's embarrassed by the fall from grace.

'At the end of the day, everyone takes their turn at a bad season - this is ours.'

An inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.

Drought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.

Judge: 'He set out this night to have sex with this young woman'.

The Whanganui teacher was sentenced to home detention last year.

A New Plymouth woman's ultrasound results were delayed for a month.

The museum near New Plymouth says it was a misunderstanding and apologised.

Omanu won the Alan Gardner Trophy for the first time in its 78-year history.

'Springs and wells are drying up, putting huge pressure on stock water availability.'

Ministerial consent now allows construction to continue, despite the ruling.

Emergency services were called to the scene of the two-vehicle crash in Burgess Park.

Mayor Tory Whanau praised the quick response, saying many didn't notice the protest.

Frederick King was annoyed the man had been doing burnouts and wanted to scare him.