Taranaki news
Stratford District Youth Citizen’s Awards 2024: Achim Hanne
The Taranaki teenager is equally commited to academics as he is air cadets.
Kids learn about John Deere tractors
The class won The Hits and Brandt Stratford's museum visit competition.
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Stratford Z petrol station robbed
The event was originally described as a ram raid by police
Woodburner fee leaves residents in the cold
South Taranaki District Council has almost tripled its woodburner consent fee.
New Plymouth Box Office on the move
New Plymouth’s Box Office is moving to the isite and Visitor Information Centre.
Taranaki produces more first-class refs
Taranaki is continuing to shine on the rugby referee front.
Seven residents to receive Stratford Citizen Awards in 2024
'These are people who help make Stratford a great place to call home' - Mayor Neil Volzke.
Charities work together to reach goals in a kiwi way
Two Taranaki charitable organisations are helping each other with fundraising.
New Plymouth's local legends celebrated
The ceremony celebrated the 2024 NPDC Youth and Citizens Awards recipients.
New building for South Taranaki museum
The building is currently housing agriculture and settler artefacts.
Central Taranaki community patrollers honoured with service badges
Twelve community patrollers received badges for their service.
The Scratching Post pet of the week
Ally the kitten is searching for her forever home.
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
Roger Peters has published numerous books about his findings.
Editorial: School attendance matters
OPINION: Turning up is the key to a successful school year
Mexico sojourn motivation for debut single
A New Plymouth singer-songwriter has released her first song.
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.
Rural Ward candidates share their views
Candidates discuss climate change and the three qualities they bring to the table.
TRC Candidate Q&A: Qualities and experience
This week candidates list their governance experience and name the qualities they bring.
Rural news
First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
Worker dies in incident on Morrinsville farm in Waikato
Police were notified at 8am today and WorkSafe has also been told of the death.
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
Some see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.
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
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”
Car news & advice
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.
Toyota demos pair of AI-powered self-driving drift cars
Toyota pushes the limits of AI-enhanced vehicle safety by... drifting!
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
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.
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
Auckland buyer fell in love with waterfront estate after overnight stay.
More Stratford news
Taranaki Electricty Trust awards grants
The grants were given to various community groups, organisations and individuals.
Tui Ora and Taranaki Health Foundation partner up
The two new whānau rooms will be in the Acute Assessment Unit and ICU wards.
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
Five new gardens will feature in this year’s Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival.
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
The lantern-making activity is just one in the packed school holidays programme.
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
In the 12 months since opening, the depot has diverted 1300 tonnes of commercial waste.
It's tinsel time - 23 weeks to Christmas
Untangle the tinsel and start putting up the lights - 23 weeks until Christmas.
Create a bird scarer these school holidays
The bird scarer competition helps kids to keep busy these holidays, says Tracey Cole.
Motorkhana a fun event for all
South Taranaki Car Club secretary Helen Cameron says the weekend is about fun learning.
Neil Volzke: Are fewer road cones in our future?
OPINION: A reduction in the number of road cones is good news for many motorists.