New ZealandDOC sprayed us with 1080 pellets - workersThe Taranaki District Health Board is investigating claims that the Department of Conservation showered its own workers with 1080 poison during an aerial drop.07 Mar 05:26 AM
EntertainmentMusical journey through EthiopiaThe name Nick Page might not be as well-known as Paul Simon, Damon Albarn or Ry Cooder but the British music producer has has a similar intrepid spirit when it comes to discovering music from around the world.05 Mar 03:00 PM
EntertainmentLove affair began in ParisFrancis Falceto still remembers the night in Paris he heard a record by Ethiopian singer Mahmoud Ahmed...05 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandTsunami fears over as alert downgradedThe official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.28 Feb 06:38 AM
New ZealandTsunami warning downgraded, but surges may still hitCivil Defence authorities have downgraded the tsunami warning for New Zealand. However, New Zealand authorities are warning that there could be surges for up to 24 hours.28 Feb 01:27 AM
New ZealandTsunami threat: Warning stays in place for entire east coastNew Zealand east coastal areas aren't out of the woods yet, with Civil Defence authorities and scientists electing keep the tsunami warning in place.27 Feb 11:20 PM
New ZealandEvacuation warnings as tsunami wave hits Chatham IslandsThe first wave has reached the Chatham Islands, after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit Chile overnight. An official tsunami alert remains in place for New Zealand's entire east coast.27 Feb 08:12 PM
EntertainmentWhitney Houston cancels NZ concertWhitney Houston has cancelled her one-off Taranaki concert due to a dispute between the promoter and the venue.15 Feb 09:50 PM
LifestyleFishing: Kiwiana callingWhen you drive through the Awakino Gorge, you notice the sparkling stream down in the bed of the valley.15 Feb 03:00 PM
LifestyleSurge in Kiwis looking for love onlineThe number of Kiwis using internet dating sites spiked in January, a poll has found.02 Feb 12:52 AM