Taranaki
Farmers ordered to pay court costs of $180k over roading buyout
The pair objected to the purchase of 11 hectares of their land being taken for the Mt Messenger Bypass.
Taranaki region leaders at odds with government plans
There's a clash of wills going on between central and local government in Taranaki when it comes to plans for seabed mining.
Seabed mining left out of regional plan for Taranaki
There's a clash of wills going on between central and local government in Taranaki when it comes to plans for seabed mining Audio
Thieves leave sour taste with raid on food bank's vege patch
It's not a case of green thumbs - rather dishonest hands that will deprive others of fresh produce in their food parcels this week. Audio
Digging into kai resilience with the Waitara Foodbank
A Taranaki foodbank is prioritising food-sovereignty to counter a broken model.
Taranaki adopts 'adapt or perish' catchcry
The region is being urged to diversify its economy, in a development action plan launched today.
Melbourne rockers and Jamaican hip hop band among new signings for Womad 2025
Womad Aotearoa has announced four new artists for its 2025 lineup in New Plymouth.
New $20.1m library complex opens in Hāwera
After almost 130 years Hāwera has a new $20.1 million library incorporating a visitor information centre, cafe and art gallery.
Family struggles to understand why officer will not face charges
The IPCA says while a police officer's fatal shooting of Kaoss Price was excessive he should not be charged.
In pictures: Taranaki's 'unsung heroes' of the environment
A food rescue charity, vital mahi to improve fish passages, pest animal and plant control, and long-term efforts to restore waterways have all been recognised at the Taranaki Regional Council…
Stowaway seal makes surprise visit to offshore gas platform
The young kekeno was lifted 40 metres above the sea before it was discovered. Video
Protesters call for Fonterra to phase out use of palm kernel expeller
About half a dozen protesters gathered outside the conference venue for Fonterra's annual general meeting, outnumbered about two-to-one by security staff and police.
Around the motu: Robin Martin in Taranaki
Robin discusses the reopening of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery after a $70m makeover. Roading updates in the ongoing saga that is the Mt Messenger bypass project on SH3, as well as the… Audio
Kapa haka and Dalvanius Prime championed in new exhibitions
The power of kapa haka and a celebration of one of Aotearoa's most revered songwriters are the focus of two exhibitions in New Plymouth.
Disney themed cruise ship to visit New Plymouth
Mickey, Donald, Goofy and the gang will sail into New Plymouth this summer for the first time.
Port Taranaki strengthens main breakwater wave wall
Port Taranaki is strengthening the wave wall of its main breakwater to better protect vessels and people and help prepare the port for future trade.
Bus services suspend bike racks over safety concerns
The move followed Bus and Coach Association NZ issuing a nationwide suspension after the Transport Agency sent out a safety alert.
Toxic algae found in Taranaki rivers
Potentially toxic cyanobacteria has been found earlier in the season than usual in the region.
New service transforms dialysis patient's life
A farmer no longer has to travel for treatment after a hospital adapted a machine to treat his condition.
New dialysis treatment transforming Taranaki man's life
A new service at Taranaki Base Hospital is transforming the life an Opunake farmer. Mark Walsh has had kidney function issues most of his life and travelled out of region for specialist dialysis… Audio