Tradie's remarkable revival of long-lost NZ clothing brand from his backyard shed

Nikolai Solakof had never sewn before reviving Oscar Eide from his shed.

'You’re helping people': Young Whanganui plumber wins title

'The world is a big place, and with a trade background, you can go anywhere.'

Whanganui 20-year-old wins young driver of the year

Transporting runs in Taylah Penn's blood.

Residents band together to save Argyle Hotel

'It needed to be tidied up and we wanted to make Hunterville better.'

Govt department expects Cabinet to weigh up long-term, 60+ year lease for Chateau Tongariro

The Government is asking for proposals from operators keen to do up the historic site.

Previously unseen documents show Chateau Tongariro needs millions in urgent repairs, plus quake work

Proposals to revive the hotel will start being evaluated from April.

Airlines: When Ohakea will be available 24/7 for biggest aircraft

A decision on an Air Force base for jumbo jets has long been awaited.

Government in talks around restoring derelict Chateau Tongariro

Govt response to a petition to "save" the Chateau confirms demolition is still an option.

Gareth Carter: Grow some green fences

OPINION: Find out about suitable species for small hedges in the home garden.

Gareth Carter: Time to plant tulips

OPINION: Tulip bulbs need to be planted while dormant in the autumn months.

Gareth Carter: What to plant now for a big winter harvest

Even tiny patios can grow beetroot, broccoli and lettuce in pots or pods.

Gareth Carter: The autumn berry that doubles as your next favourite hedge

Chilean guava forms a fast-growing hedge, outpacing traditional buxus.

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Foreign buyer flees Middle East, eyes Northland estate - 'he got sick of the missiles'

Whangaihe Bay made a star appearance in Narnia blockbuster.

Brothers in real estate with FBI training: ‘I don’t want an army of agents, I want an SAS team’

Inside Paul and Jono Sissons’ rise to record house sales in Remuera.

Refugee who spent $1m feeding the homeless races to sell before bank steps in

Kebab shop owner who's all heart faces mortgagee sale.

Real estate mum: How I became a body double for Harry Potter star

Enka Burroughs swapped selling homes for pratfalls and car chases.

The latest round of ANCAP assessments has good news for Audi and Suzuki, but not so much for Nissan

Audi's new Q3 scored top marks, while the Suzuki e Vitara got 4.

GWM confirms Ora 5 all-electric small SUV is heading our way at a very competitive price

The Ora 5 is longer, wider and taller than the existing Ora hatch.

Artist transforms Lexus IS into a one-off piece of hand-drawn art

Visual artist Alex Alpert has worked with Nike, Red Bull and Formula One.

Lexus collaborates with Laufey to celebrate Jazz legend Miles Davis’ 100th birthday

The result is the RZ Blue in Green Edition inspired by the Jazz musician's iconic track.

Torrential rain, 140km/h winds, 8m waves: Cyclone Vaianu set to hit North Island

The 'multi-hazard, potentially life-threatening event' is set to make landfall on Sunday.

Matangi’s marbled-beef marvel: Mark Story throws a tomahawk over fire

'Beef expresses its origins more quietly than wine ... more in texture and richness.'

'Taking action on sustainability now': Zespri's 2035 climate plan

Zespri plans to be carbon neutral by 2050 under its new 2035 strategy.

Tenants told pet pigs would be shot if they caused complaints

Tenants also felt 'blindsided' paying for a neighbour's power with no way to measure use.

Music teacher answers Whanganui Male Choir’s call after dwindling membership

'Maybe people didn’t even know it was still going until it came up on social media.'

St George's materials up for public sale

Proceeds will "flow back to the council".

New council boss ready for 'six years of really heavy lifting'

'We are in a world where we have to be more agile.'

Club rugby: Challenge Shield showdown kicks off new Division 1 Trevor Olney Cup

The new seven-team Division 1 starts its Trevor Olney Cup campaign on Saturday.