New ZealandLandlocking 'particularly acute' problem in TaihapeMore than 70 per cent of remaining Māori land in Taihape is landlocked.18 Jan 08:05 PM
New ZealandSchool lessons on the hoofA Taihape school is extending lessons outside the classroom02 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandGreen light for restoration of Taihape Town HallThe earthquake-prone building has been closed to the public since 2021.19 Dec 09:25 PM
New Zealand'A real privilege': Sport Whanganui boss signs off'It's not about high performance, it's about getting out and doing stuff.'16 Dec 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTaihape BnB owners find a happy place for travellers“It’s a great thing about Taihape - people help each other out."10 Dec 07:54 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat Taihape Town Hall means to locals"It’s an iconic building."10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRegion's roadworks ramp up for summerResurfacing work north of Taihape has been completed but more projects loom.23 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIn profile: Meet Rangitīkei’s comedic communications guy Ben CaldwellSomeone asked: 'Who is Ben? I hear he’s really cool.'06 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDevastating start to long weekend with two dead, more than five injured after three serious crashesTwo highways were closed after the fatal crashes.20 Oct 06:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$14 million assigned for redevelopment of Taihape Town HallThe building has been closed since 2021 after it was identified as earthquake-prone.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandElection 2023: Suze Redmayne will be first female MP for RangitīkeiRedmayne's immediate plans included increasing the police presence in Feilding.15 Oct 03:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRoading contract highlights Rangitīkei road issuesThe district mayor said some of the roads in the region were difficult to use at times.27 Sep 04:00 PM
Entertainment'It was a really good day': The Hoff greets fans in TaihapeBetween 50 and 100 people flocked to the filming location to meet the Baywatch star.25 Sep 02:18 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Gardening is not like putting wallpaper up': Gordon Collier on crafting a successful gardenThe 88-year-old Taihape garden designer has some tips for first-time growers.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFurther traffic management on SH1 after geotechnical inspectionsA reactivated landslide had caused cracking on the section of highway.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A huge loss': Taihape shop owner gets marching ordersThe business currently employs five staff.07 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCompany sentenced over ski bus crash that killed schoolgirlThe ski field company earlier admitted two charges brought by WorkSafe over the crash.23 Aug 06:10 AM
New ZealandSnow watch issued for Taihape and north WhanganuiWhanganui City recorded thunderstorm conditions and near-gale-force winds.02 Aug 03:26 AM
New ZealandState Highway 1 reopened between Taihape and WaiōuruThe Desert Road section of the highway remains closed.25 Jul 09:16 PM
New ZealandSignature move: Alleged building consent forgeries investigatedThe Rangitīkei mayor says preliminary conversations indicate cases in his district.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We’ve created a bit of a monster': Taihape businesses up for saleThe businesses, buildings and land come as “one big package”.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to hospital after Taihape truck crashTraffic delays likely after truck rolls.31 May 10:53 PM
New ZealandCourthouse security report: People could be 'killed, injured'Ohakune courthouse remains closed after nine 'key identified risks' were highlighted.14 Apr 01:20 AM
New ZealandRangitīkei heritage buildings' future up for decisionAll of the buildings concerned had been cited as needing earthquake strengthening.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandRural sports awards finalists namedFinalists for the Norwood Rural Sports Awards named14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui region braces for Cyclone GabrielleWhanganui is expected to be hit by severe southeast gusts on Tuesday.13 Feb 03:18 AM
New ZealandDelays add to trauma for family of bus crash victim Hannah FrancisThe family of a girl who died in a bus crash on Mt Ruapehu are concerned by delays.04 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH1 closed in Taihape after caravan rolls and leaks oilMotorists are advised to use alternative routes and expect delays.04 Dec 03:38 AM
KahuMixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefulsJust over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.21 Sep 12:20 AM
New ZealandBye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird weekFew weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrustration building over $11m new bridge sitting idleThe new Mangaweka Bridge over the Rangitīkei River is scheduled to open in June.21 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandSeven crews put out fire near railway tracksGrowing blaze closed main trunk line for nearly six hours.19 Apr 09:45 PM
KahuMāori wards included for Rangitīkei electionsEach ward represents a population of approximately 1400.12 Apr 03:00 AM