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Rātana in line for major upgrade as Shane Jones splashes the regional cash

The Ratana Pā and housing could be in line for upgrade

Ōruku Landing seeks fast-track consent and regional funding

Ōruku Landing, once considered dead in the water, is hoping for more lifelines.

Star newspaper closure highlights digital need in Wairoa

The Wairoa Star's demise shows the need for 'digital resilience'.

300 young Angus bulls set for June sale

The Bull Walk cattle 'looked pretty smart' considering they had a wet winter last year.

Bike Bus initiative gets kids to school safely and on time

Smiles all around as new service gets under way.

Gisborne Concert Band returns with special concert for kids

Band's return to give people chance to listen, learn and network.

Whangārei mum wins contest with 94kg pumpkin

'My jaw dropped on the floor. I couldn’t believe how big my pumpkin had grown.'

Should ratepayers foot the bill to ensure freedom campers stick to the rules?

Whangarei District Council reviews need for monitoring of freedom camping.

Half a billion-dollar dry dock project gets Minister’s nod

The dry dock development will have a major impact on Northland.

Bigger plane on way for Whanganui to Auckland flights

The 68-seat ATR72-500 aircraft could be a regular sight over Whanganui skies.

Works necessitate two-week closure of Ruapehu state highway section

'We’ve got our fingers crossed that we get good weather.'

Community embracing Yoga by the Awa

'There’s something really magical about doing yoga outside.'

Emergency services urge caution over New Year’s period

Fireworks have caused large vegetation fires over the last year.

Whanganui weather: What to expect this week

There will be lots of blue skies to start 2024.

Whanganui man appears in court after firearms incident

Charges include using a firearm against law enforcement and cultivating cannabis.

Whanganui records highest increase in pre-Christmas spending

Local experts said residents choosing to shop local was a reason for the increase.

I'm new to this: Professional Wrestling

What happens when a wrestling fan tries stepping into the ring for real?

Records broken at Cemetery Circuit 2023

Lap records were broken across multiple classes over the Boxing Day event.