New ZealandCyclone Gita: Thousands without power in TaranakiExtra crews have been brought in to restore power in hard-hit Taranaki in Gita's wake.20 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandGita: Taranaki pounded by winds up to 130km/hHomes are without power and strong winds tore down trees.20 Feb 04:29 PM
New ZealandLive: Washed away - Gita's trail of destruction, more rain to comeSome Tasman residents remain cut off as the country cleans up after ex-cyclone Gita.20 Feb 04:00 PM
CricketNew Year 9 school cricket tri-seriesNew secondary schools cricket tri-series designed to improve player technique20 Feb 10:00 AM
New ZealandSiblings compete for Farmer of the YearWest Auckland siblings could come face-to-face at FMG Young Farmer of the Year.18 Feb 06:56 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, damaging winds: U-turning Cyclone Gita could be record-breakerGita is set to hit NZ this week - and could be the most southern-travelling cyclone ever.17 Feb 05:08 PM
Business'Aussie no place for our son to grow up'Former NZ couple returned home after 20 years in Aussie running a pub in South Taranaki13 Feb 11:05 PM
New ZealandMurdered farmer 'generous and friendly to all'Murdered farmer's family feel numb and saddened by a death which has shocked community.12 Feb 02:54 AM
New ZealandTaranaki shooting victim was a semi-retired farmerMaurice John Riddle, a semi-retired farmer, was killed on Tuesday.08 Feb 07:46 AM
New ZealandEntertainment, food, stalls, talk at two venuesSigning the Treaty of Waitangi to be remembered at two community days.04 Feb 08:00 PM
EnvironmentBacteria found in water seepage at Waiinu beachSigns warned of contaminated water, but are coming down.03 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandThe big wet: What you need to knowWild weather slamming the country has caused flooding, road closures and wild winds.31 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandActivists board ship in New PlymouthGreenpeace activists have locked themselves to a ship at New Plymouth's port.30 Jan 08:47 PM
AgribusinessDrought hits Southland and OtagoDamien O'Connor has extended drought classification to Otago and Southland.30 Jan 03:19 AM
New ZealandKiwis' ingenious backyard ideas to beat the heatKiwis are getting creative to beat the heat.28 Jan 05:41 PM
New ZealandSurfer bags 11kg snapper with bare handsTaranaki surfer bags 11kg snapper with his bare hands from his board.28 Jan 07:50 AM
LifestyleGladioli and dahlias the star turns of summer flower showThe Wanganui Horticultural Society Summer Show is a chance to see new flower varieties26 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandEvidence for dad's murder charge inadmissibleA Taranaki man was charged with murdering his baby girl before admitting manslaughter.25 Jan 10:29 PM
AthleticsNZ under-18 1500m smashed at CooksWind denied athletes the chance of Commonwealth Games qualifications at Cooks Classic23 Jan 10:25 PM
MotorsportEyes on Rountree at nationals in Woodville20 Whanganui riders off to motocross nationals with the juniors the ones to watch23 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead, at least eight others injured in crashesOne person has died and at least eight other people have been injured in serious crashes.18 Jan 06:29 AM
New ZealandRecord number of rare whio ducklings foundA record number of whio ducklings have been located on Mt Taranaki.17 Jan 03:30 AM
New ZealandBehind the Uniform: Beauty and bravery combinedRachael Utumapu is a fire fighter and works for make-up charity Look Good Feel Better.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMonolingual no more: kids lead the wayDiverse population spurs students to learn other nations' languages.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer bummer: Holiday spots in for another drenchingUh-oh. Higher than normal rainfall forecast for most of the country in the next two weeks.11 Jan 02:52 AM
New ZealandNo doctor means patients move elsewhereWithin four years Patea's patient numbers have dropped from 2900 to 2200.08 Jan 06:00 PM
White FernsWairarapa shine in the rainUnbeaten Wairarapa win rain-affectd Whanganui girls' under-18 cricket tournament04 Jan 11:50 PM
New ZealandRace against time to rescue injured tramperRescuers praise friend who walked 10km to raise the alarm.04 Jan 01:40 AM
New ZealandAtkinson smashes them out of the parkHinds player Georgia Atkinson bats Wairarapa into the finals of the under-18 tournament04 Jan 12:48 AM
White FernsWomen's cricket is the winnerUnder-18 girls learn the art of cricket at Whanganui tournament03 Jan 01:08 AM
New ZealandMates' last round shaken by out-of-control uteThree mates enjoying a few final drinks escaped death when a ute slammed into a bar.31 Dec 08:49 PM
New Zealand'I'm just so thankful': Couch stranger's mumA relieved mum is among those whose hearts were touched by a Mangawhai man's kindness.30 Dec 06:25 AM
New ZealandMan finds stranger on couch, lets him sleepGordon Pryor woke to a Goldilocks moment this morning, but he didn't call police.30 Dec 02:06 AM
Banking and financeGovt gives to rural trusts to support farmersBetween 150-200mm of rain is needed to break this dry spell, Brian Doughty says.30 Dec 02:00 AM
