New ZealandOne arrested after crashing into police car in Palmerston NorthThe offender fled the scene leaving a police officer with moderate injuries.28 Oct 04:50 AM
New Zealand'Not in a good place': Former All Black caught drink-driving, four times over the limitCarl Hayman told police he was depressed, grieving and suffering early onset dementia.27 Oct 11:22 PM
New ZealandNational ticketing system on the way for public transportThe National Ticketing Solution will be rolled out in stages, starting in Canterbury.21 Oct 07:19 AM
New ZealandWoman attacked with tyre iron in carjacking by man who feigned flat tyreShe was parked on the side of the road when the offender pulled up, saying he needed help.21 Oct 02:30 AM
New Zealand18-year-old arrested for Palmerston North jewellery burglaryHe appeared in Masterton District Court and was remanded in custody to reappear on Friday.19 Oct 12:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: The 'summer switch' about to bring warm days to NZAfter a chilly start, the back-half of October marks a slide into summery temperatures.16 Oct 12:37 AM
CrimeHit-and-run: Driver flees after hitting boy, 5, on his scooter, sending him flyingFleeing was an impulsive move that has been attributed to the driver's autism.14 Oct 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Personal dispute': National MP quits role over battle with govt departmentThe MP and her family are involved in a 'personal dispute' with MPI.14 Oct 02:05 AM
New Zealand'Horrific tragedy': Widow gives birth after husband's alleged murderThe newborn baby boy is the spitting image of his father, who he will never meet.09 Oct 05:08 AM
TravelNew Plymouth for gardeners, outdoorsy types and family funWhy this Taranaki hotspot is perfect for a weekend getaway.08 Oct 10:30 PM
New ZealandMan crushed partner between car and wall during heated argumentInstead of helping her after crushing her, the man kicked the woman and told her to go.07 Oct 07:00 AM
New Zealand'You put so many damn holes in him': Grieving mum recounts son's 'execution-style death'The woman's son was fatally shot by his neighbour following a confrontation.04 Oct 05:04 PM
New ZealandConvicted baby killer back in court, risks another recall to prisonThe man is on lifetime parole for murdering his seven-week-old daughter.29 Sep 08:28 PM
CrimeRSA toilet attack: Man 'blindsided' with knock out punch while urinatingThe victim, who suffered a broken cheekbone in the attack, once dated the offender's ex.29 Sep 12:31 AM
New Zealand'Significant force' used in the arrest of high-priority violent offender was justified - IPCAThe offender, known as violent and a gang affiliate, was on the run for eight months.28 Sep 10:11 PM
KahuCoastal, rural communities need more say at council tableTwo South Taranaki Māori ward candidates want to provide the missing voice.27 Sep 07:30 PM
New ZealandSpate of ambulance crashes being investigatedSt John is investigating three crashes involving ambulance officers in the past six weeks.22 Sep 04:39 AM
NPCPoor positioning of lights caused shadows during rugbyThe council has apologised for Yarrow Stadium's dim lighting during Friday's NPC game.21 Sep 03:21 AM
New ZealandAmbulance crashes on 'problem' intersection in New PlymouthIt appears a car and ambulance crashed, the second crash with an ambulance in two weeks.21 Sep 02:33 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 ZealandFamily makes last-minute dash to see dying Nan, gets stuck in dangerous slipThe Taranaki whanau say they are lucky to be alive.20 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandCourt orders teen to be vaccinated against Covid despite mother's protestsThe girl, who is under the care of Oranga Tamariki, has severe disabilities.20 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandBig slip blocks state highway in Taranaki, cars believed trappedThe six-metre wide, 20-metre-deep slip is blocking SH3 in Urenui in both directions.19 Sep 11:31 AM
KahuWatch: The battle of the mountains - the love story that shaped our landsThe story of a clan of mountain lords who went to war to win the heart of Pihanga.15 Sep 11:30 PM
KahuReo Māori stalwart Hana Te Hemara immortalised in five-storey mural looking to Taranaki maungaHana Te Hemara mural unveiling in Taranaki, created by artist Graham Hoete, aka Mr G.15 Sep 02:32 AM
KahuSouth Taranaki hapū call for extended kaimoana banMost hapū of Ngāruahine will this week request an official ban along their coastline.13 Sep 10:50 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously hurt in gang attack at Taranaki McDonald'sPolice are appealing for information to start a formal investigation.13 Sep 02:39 AM
New Zealand'You just hit a cop': Teen appeals jail term for attack on off-duty officerAs the off-duty cop lay injured on the ground, his attackers congratulated each other.13 Sep 12:26 AM
TravelPrivate plane: Surprise VIP treatment for stranded Air NZ passengersTwo passengers shared their story of how they landed unexpected VIP treatment.12 Sep 12:30 AM
New ZealandCar crash kills two on SH3 in TaranakiSH3 is closed near the intersection with Old Mountain Rd due to the crash.09 Sep 03:10 AM
New ZealandWaka Kotahi to resume Mt Messenger Bypass work following protest removalPolice made two arrests as they removed the protesters.08 Sep 04:43 AM
New Zealand'It is what it is': Burglar caught crawling out of jewellery store with $11k in goodsThe thief said he was "trying to keep up with boys up North".08 Sep 04:25 AM
New ZealandTwo arrested as police remove Mt Messenger occupiersThe protesters were last week issued a trespass notice.08 Sep 04:09 AM
New ZealandPolice close SH3 at Mt Messenger as protesters remainThe group remain onsite despite being issued a trespass notice last week.07 Sep 11:52 PM
