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Taranaki police officer trial: Accused trio's experience detailed

The officers were part of the most high-performing section in South Taranaki.

Crews battle early morning house fire

Five fire engines were called to the Hāwera address early on Tuesday morning.

Committee to distribute Waipipi Wind Farm's $25,000 community fund

The farm is also in the process of changing ownership.

Police manslaughter trial: Man in cell for two hours without medical help

The trial began in the High Court at New Plymouth this morning.

What Covid-19 taught district's new top cop

Scott Fraser was part of the police response team to Covid-19

Let us pray? Does prayer/karakia have a place in politics?

Councillors say time for reflection is important before decision making

Formerly derelict building an architecture award winner

Judges said the Ridgway Chambers revamp contributed 'to the reactivation of a leafy CBD'.

Covid: Some DHBs to vaccinate whole communities in one go

Some DHBs are sticking to the Government's schedule, others are going their own way.

Letters: PM should visit country next time she's in town

Readers also have a say on entrepreneurs and historical relevance.

Jacq Dwyer's mission to strengthen South Taranaki

History, halls and the Pātea Community Board occupy Alton woman Jacq Dwyer.

Operations normal at wind farm amid tilt for ownership

Agreements will be honoured despite a possible change of ownership, Tilt's manager says.

Pātea Māori Club going strong as hit song becomes a classic

Dalvanius Prime and Poi E have set the Pātea Māori Club apart, members say.

Horizons consulting on Māori wards

Horizons Regional Council are seeking submissions on whether to establish a Māori ward.

Speedway: Rees 1-2-3 worth the wait

It was a big night for the Rees family at the season finale at Oceanview Speedway.

Famous racehorse may have statue in Waverley

The council wants to know if residents support paying to bronze and install it.

New owner for historic Waverley business

The general store has been sold after 100-plus years in the Dallison family.

Rangitīkei's bank exodus causes concern

Local leaders aren't happy about the closure of banking services.

Local Focus: Setting fire to young people's ambitions

New initiative embraced at jobs expo. Made with funding from NZ On Air.