Taranaki news
'Bloody disgrace': Bridge damage angers councillors
'Ratepayers are paying for the negligence of one company.' - Councillor Grant Boyde
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
Fans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.
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'We walk in unity': Large crowd turn out for Hāwera hīkoi
'We walk in unity today' - Te Aorangi Dillon.
Audiologist sets sights on Cook Islands
Keen will spend two weeks in the Cook Islands, helping as many people as possible.
Stratford Kyokushin Karate fighters excel
Kyokushin karate club members do well in tournament
Curator talk to give insight to Rita Angus
During her 60-minute talk, Bisley will discuss Rita Angus' life and artworks.
Horizons joins those opposed to eliminating Māori wards
Local iwi and hapū very much want seats around the local government tables.
Community invited to have say on Waverley town plans
Safety upgrades to State Highway 3 and a new path are two potential ideas for Waverley.
PM calls Te Pāti Māori planned Budget day protest ‘illegal’
Te Pāti Māori shared on social media that this is a 'rangatira revolution'.
Community grant helps make region's African residents feel at home
The members are enjoying sharing their culture with others
Stratford secondary schools' curriculum grows
A charitable trust is sowing the seeds of learning at two Central Taranaki schools.
Carl Bates: Budget critical to getting Back on Track
OPINION: Whanganui MP Carl Bates on Nicola Willis' first Budget.
Back-to-back-to-back Jack wins world champs
Jack Jordan has won the world championship for the third time in a row.
Premium
Editorial: School attendance matters
OPINION: Turning up is the key to a successful school year
Mexico sojourn motivation for debut single
A New Plymouth singer-songwriter has released her first song.
The seven mayors who have already been elected unopposed - and their six-figure salaries
It's an all-consuming job, says Stratford Mayor Neil Volzke.
Rural Ward candidates share their views
Candidates discuss climate change and the three qualities they bring to the table.
TRC Candidate Q&A: Qualities and experience
This week candidates list their governance experience and name the qualities they bring.
Rural ward candidates share their views
This week they answer questions on rates and what they think is the biggest rural issue.
Rural news
'Truly humbled': Jamie Mackay receives King's Birthday Honour
NZME host thought his mates were having him on when he made the Honours list.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
Fans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.
Vincent Ashworth made Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to agriculture
Ashworth worked to improve farming practices in Ethiopia and Afghanistan.
Farmer humbled by King's Birthday Honour
Sam Lewis has been dedicated to farming and associated businesses.
The rural women breaking the grass ceiling in the 1940s
Women’s Division of the Farmer’s Union became Women’s Division Federated Farmers in 1947.
What makes a good farmer and is there an urban/rural divide?
Do urban and rural groups have different ideas about good farmers?
Car news & advice
Suzuki Jimny Sierra long term test: Jim membership
A Suzuki Jimny is a fun 4x4, but can it handle being a real on-road car?
BYD launches next-gen plug-in hybrid system with 2100km range
The latest generation of BYD's plug-in powertrain boasts world-leading efficiency.
MG EVs with solid-state batteries could arrive in 2026
Parent company SAIC is gearing up for mass production of the game-changing battery tech.
OneRoof property news
Family's 12-minute auction battle with developers for dated home in 'triple grammar zone'
Buyers shell out $2.237m for cottage.
The big home loan shake-up on July 1 - who'll come out on top?
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
Bought for $800,000, now selling for $8m-plus
Award-winning home overlooking Lake Hayes in Queenstown took three years to build.
More Stratford news
IT diplomas added to WITT offerings
Learner Me chief executive Simon Singh says IT training is important.
Cancer service ‘on the brink of collapse’
There are huge risks if the short staffing is not addressed, a medical oncologist says.
'Scared for my future': Amputee describes crash that took his leg
Ed Dormon's first thought was about being able to continue his passion of caregiving.
Stratford’s 'Grand Old Lady' claims her heritage crown
The theatre has special significance in New Zealand history as an early 'picture palace'.
Dirty Work: An ode to joy that is joyous to watch
Review: There's plenty of praises to sing when it comes to this show.
'Barking', yelling after gang fight near school rugby game
Police respond to fracas after nearby car crash.
Q&A with Brendan Dugan of the NZ Highwaymen
The NZ Highwaymen are about to get back on the road, touring across NZ in June and July.
From Stratford to Europe for teen powerlifters
The teenage powerlifters are both reigning national champions for their divisions.
True World War I story made into book
An acorn that travelled across oceans was the inspiration behind the story.
Works to make SH3 North safer begin soon
Road works will begin on State Highway 3 North to install guardrails.
Italian films on show in New Plymouth
The Cinema Italiano Festival runs until June 9 at the Len Lye Cinema.
Nominations open for community performance
A special showing of Jersey Boys in Taranaki is set to bring theatre to the people.