Loader found on Bruce Road; police seek info on Levin break-in and stolen equipment.

Barack Obama's a known fan of one of the acts set to perform at Womad Aotearoa 2025.

Annabel Stevenson, 11, wins World Wake Association U14 girls title in Australia.

Change clocks this Sunday; remember to check smoke alarm batteries too!

Eight Christians to travel 8000km to the Philippines for SCOT Kids Hope's 15th anniversary

The first artists to perform at next year's Womad include Queen Omega and Nitin Sawhney.

Review: It's pink perfection on the stage at Spotswood Academy of Performing Arts.

Exhibition in Levin features teenagers' stories in English and Spanish.

OPINION: The show is weird, wacky and downright wonderful.

The awards began 34 years ago and just over 100 people have since received one.

Wreaths were placed at the Malone Gates in Stratford.

Babies and their families are gifted a special quilt to remind them they are loved.

She's a world record breaker and now she's off to Italy to represent NZ, and she's only 16

An additional change was made to allow for rural residents and shift worker needs.

The 18-year-old has clocked up an impressive number of hours as a volunteer.

The Taranaki teenager is equally commited to academics as he is air cadets.

'These are people who help make Stratford a great place to call home' - Mayor Neil Volzke.

Police were called to the scene shortly after 2am.

Over 250 people enjoyed celebrating the festival together.

A witness described the incident as 'frightening'.

Wayne Smith took the photos in the 1960s during a women's rugby game.

A fictional town near Palmerston North is the location of a cosy mystery series.

Nau mai, haere mai - all are welcome to attend the service at Eltham's All Saints Church.

The current crossing in front of the town's glockenspiel will be removed.

Public feedback is currently being sought on plans for two new crossings.

The bill was described as being 'a double standard' and 'the very definition of racism'.

'Ratepayers are paying for the negligence of one company.' - Councillor Grant Boyde

'We walk in unity today' - Te Aorangi Dillon.

The theatre has special significance in New Zealand history as an early 'picture palace'.

Review: There's plenty of praises to sing when it comes to this show.

OPINION: Vets do a lot more than just treat cats and dogs.

If you suffer from FOMO when it comes to theatre shows, don't read this review.

A profoundly deaf woman says deaf people face many barriers in finding employment

Shamika Hoeta has won the first beauty pageant she has entered.

She's already making plans for her 103rd birthday celebration.

The councillors present were asked to give their personal opinion on one of the topics.

It's a tradition that mayor Neil Volzke says is a highlight in his meeting calendar.

Kylee Lawrence said there's a village raising the five puppies.

When will other Taranaki and Whanganui Countdowns follow suit?

No excuses for sitting at home this winter.

Shakespeare isn't the problem, the delivery is, writes Ilona Hanne

A flawed script can become a perfect piece of theatre under the right direction.

Thanks to a Kiwi and his love of bugs, we get a sleep-in this weekend.

The residents are facing an increase of just slightly less than was originally proposed.

We don't learn hate and bad behaviour from books, but from people.

Penny Ashton is bringing a Tempestuous show to a stage near you.

"Being in the double digits hurts, and we know it won’t be welcomed by our ratepayers."

It was a 21st party like no other when Womad NZ came to Taranaki.

Live life now, don't wait, is the advice from Sharon Robinson.

A rent increase of $20+ a week is back on the cards.

Crowds flocked to the show, which featured amazing builds, including a very famous droid.

Salad is anything but a side dish when it's Improv Salad as served up by this group.

The law firm was also the first in Taranaki to appoint a female partner back in 1987.

International Women's Day is about equality for all women not just those who look like you

Daniel Radcliffe, Brad Pitt, Chris Pratt, Anna Kendrick are all fans of Lego.

Dental and medical appointments are being put off while tenants wait on a decision.

As a Christian festival, Easter Sunday should be protected, argued one councillor.

Rev Kim Wright is pleased this year's service has been designed by Palestinian women.

Harry Wood loved swimming, and often mentioned going swimming in letters to his family.

Earlier projections sat even higher at over 30 per cent.

Franz Oliver Lindsay hopes to raise awareness of the perils of addictions.

Specialist clinicians have increased the range of services offered to patients.

OPINION: The practice of fledging is not entering my nest, writes Ilona Hanne.

Storytelling, in its many forms and shapes, is at the heart of this year's Winter Fest.

Stratford on Stage has been operating out of The Castle for over three decades.

The camp offers the opportunity to learn new skills in a new environment says Lara.

It wasn't the only good news for the student at the school's prizegiving.

Aidan is flying high, academically and literally.

All are welcome to the service, which will be followed by shared kai.

Taranaki woman has become a social media star after charting her meth addiction recovery.

OPINION: Just like Ross from Friends, we all need to learn to pivot at times

The children's book gently explores a range of themes and ideas.

A number of Stratford families received an early Christmas gift this year.

The school's head and deputy head girl were named at the whole-school Christmas dinner.

The awards were announced at the Anglican school in Stratford's prize-giving.

Stratford the most festive town in the region, says light trail organiser Kylee Lawrence.

Review: Limelight Drama's Goldilocks is the perfect pantomime for the season.