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Charities work together to reach goals in a kiwi way
Two Taranaki charitable organisations are helping each other with fundraising.
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New Plymouth's local legends celebrated
The ceremony celebrated the 2024 NPDC Youth and Citizens Awards recipients.
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New building for South Taranaki museum
The building is currently housing agriculture and settler artefacts.
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Central Taranaki community patrollers honoured with service badges
Twelve community patrollers received badges for their service.
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The Scratching Post pet of the week
Ally the kitten is searching for her forever home.
![Taranaki police sergeant retires](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Taranaki police sergeant retires
'I have been blessed to work with many exceptional people.'
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![Whanganui-born, Taranaki-based Shakespeare scholar uncovers The Bard’s philosophy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Whanganui-born, Taranaki-based Shakespeare scholar uncovers The Bard’s philosophy
Roger Peters has published numerous books about his findings.
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Editorial: School attendance matters
OPINION: Turning up is the key to a successful school year
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Mexico sojourn motivation for debut single
A New Plymouth singer-songwriter has released her first song.
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The seven mayors who have already been elected unopposed - and their six-figure salaries
It's an all-consuming job, says Stratford Mayor Neil Volzke.
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Rural Ward candidates share their views
Candidates discuss climate change and the three qualities they bring to the table.
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TRC Candidate Q&A: Qualities and experience
This week candidates list their governance experience and name the qualities they bring.
Rural news
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First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
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Worker dies in incident on Morrinsville farm in Waikato
Police were notified at 8am today and WorkSafe has also been told of the death.
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New highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?
Another day, another Brynderwyns announcement – will this one come through for Northland?
![Quirky town split over need for Burger King and Starbucks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Quirky town split over need for Burger King and Starbucks
Some see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.
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Two by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international success
Waretini-Hemara hopes to be the first Kiwi to compete in Chetwynd World Carving Champs.
!['Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”
Car news & advice
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Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Premium HD review: we're not up to the tasking of testing this
We just couldn't find anything heavy enough to tow to do the Silverado HD justice.
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Toyota demos pair of AI-powered self-driving drift cars
Toyota pushes the limits of AI-enhanced vehicle safety by... drifting!
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2024 Volkswagen California Ocean… tested at a Taupo lake
Four-beds, burners and a fridge, VW California has everything including the kitchen sink.
OneRoof property news
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Buyer gave agent just five hours to seal $3m deal on star architect's house
He got the home, but five years later he’s selling up after move to Australia.
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Plumber found guilty of ‘significant criminal activity’ sells his Tamahere mansion
Award-winning home had an asking price of $4.95m.
![Route 66 founder's Northland lodge sells for more than $4.7m](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Route 66 founder's Northland lodge sells for more than $4.7m
Auckland buyer fell in love with waterfront estate after overnight stay.
More Stratford news
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Taranaki Electricty Trust awards grants
The grants were given to various community groups, organisations and individuals.
![Tui Ora and Taranaki Health Foundation partner up](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Tui Ora and Taranaki Health Foundation partner up
The two new whānau rooms will be in the Acute Assessment Unit and ICU wards.
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Egan hoping she is charging to the bar on Saturday
The Listed Sinclair Electrical and Refrigeration Ōpunake Cup takes place this weekend.
![King Edward Park joins festival line-up](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
King Edward Park joins festival line-up
Five new gardens will feature in this year’s Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival.
![Motorsport milestone: Trust backs park project](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Motorsport milestone: Trust backs park project
The Taranaki Electricity Trust awarded a grant of almost $97,000 towards the project.
![Stratford Library lantern activity a success](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Stratford Library lantern activity a success
The lantern-making activity is just one in the packed school holidays programme.
![Inglewood Lions visit Australia](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Inglewood Lions visit Australia
The international conference was attended by 10,400 Lions, including 300 from New Zealand.
![New Plymouth depot keeps waste out of landfill](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New Plymouth depot keeps waste out of landfill
In the 12 months since opening, the depot has diverted 1300 tonnes of commercial waste.
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It's tinsel time - 23 weeks to Christmas
Untangle the tinsel and start putting up the lights - 23 weeks until Christmas.
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Create a bird scarer these school holidays
The bird scarer competition helps kids to keep busy these holidays, says Tracey Cole.
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Motorkhana a fun event for all
South Taranaki Car Club secretary Helen Cameron says the weekend is about fun learning.
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Neil Volzke: Are fewer road cones in our future?
OPINION: A reduction in the number of road cones is good news for many motorists.