What it’s like playing one of the toughest golf courses in the country
The course near Taupō is not that intimidating, just challenging.
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Replacing an entire school: Excited kids watch as modular classrooms, admin block arrive in one go
The fleet of trucks and a crane stopped everyone in the community in their tracks.
Far North drought could lead to more water retrictions
Far North's big dry could mean more restrictions on water use
Northland uni student one of eight scholarship recipients
Te Waiu o Aotearoa Trust scholarship for Northland uni student
Far North news briefs - bees swarm library, armed robber hit and travel fund
News snippets from the Far North
Rāhui possible as pāua stocks dwindle
Eight Far North hapū discussing problem of excessive pāua taken at Ahipara.
‘Limb-it-less’ combo conquer IronmanNZ with ‘pig-headed determination’
A Bay woman has helped her friend become the first female amputee to complete IronmanNZ.
‘Supporting artists’: New project boosts emerging Hawke’s Bay talent
Artists receive professional audio and video for their own platforms and promotion.
'Iconic': The big plan for one of NZ's oldest rātā trees
A conservation project the size of 88 rugby fields will surround it.
‘Third World’: Northland town water restrictions spark concerns
Rainfall in February was less than 10% of the expected amount in Dargaville.
User pays an option to fund Dublin St replacement
The bridge is regularly inspected for safety.
Councillor seeks inquiry into commission’s decisions
Mayor Mahé Drysdale said focusing on past issues won't help the council progress.
‘She’s been looking after me’ - Spirit of late mum guided stressed couple to $30,000 win
Live Free winners finally catch a break.
Tragedy: Young female student dies after being hit by train near school
Police said the young female died at the scene despite receiving medical attention.
Teen who gave underage girl drugs before unlawful sex too young to be jailed
The teen is now 20 and due to become a father. His victim was just 15.
Te Puna fire destroys man’s home, eight classic cars
A Te Puna man lost his caravan in a fire, leaving him homeless.
‘Slap in the face’: Gisborne residents fight speed limit changes
NZTA seeks input over plans to lift limit on part of State Highway 35 back to 100km/h.
‘I love you, I love you’: Daughter's final words as stabbed dad died in her arms
Euan Mackey was allegedly murdered by three people over a property dispute.
School giving most of its 'inedible' lunches to a pig called Crackles
Critics of the school say it should invest in some salt and pepper to make them tastier.
Napier house fire treated as suspicious, police appeal for witnesses
Police are asking anyone who may have seen suspicious activity to come forward.
Māori-owned businesses surpass 1000 in Hawke’s Bay
"Māori-owned businesses often prioritise kaitiakitanga."
From school leaver to forestry trailblazer: Young woman breaks barriers
'When people ask me where I work they’re always surprised and say, ‘That’s a manly job!''
High school teacher who groomed two students can now be named
The Whanganui teacher was sentenced to home detention last year.
‘Spotlight on exporters’: Bay of Plenty awards highlight achievements
The event returns after a hiatus, celebrating Bay of Plenty exporters.
Weterman wins national squash volunteer award
The 35-year-old has been involved in squash since the age of 12.
Kahurānaki for sale - Iwi and hapū look at options to buy ancestral maunga
'Everyone agrees it’s very important, so we’ll work through it all and see where we get.'
'Outstanding': Zanda McDonald Award winners announced
In a first for the award, Maegen Blom represents the aquaculture industry.
Zanda McDonald Award winners on The Country
Christopher Luxon, Shane McManaway, Maegen Blom, Jack O'Connor, Jane Smith, Alistair Niven
Waikato boxer to make professional debut
The event will be held instead of Lani Daniels' world light heavyweight fight.
Jury finds sports coach not guilty of indecent assault charges
Charges included six counts of indecent assault and one of unlawful sexual connection.
Local knowledge the winning edge at 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza
Two Far North fishers have landed the biggest fish at the 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza.
‘May the best man win’: Deputy to challenge Ngāti Kahungunu chair for top job
Thompson Hokianga has signalled his intention to run for the top spot on the board.
Commuters face delays in Whangārei after crash
Police were notified of the crash at 8.12am on Wednesday.
‘Way, way cheaper’ than the rest: Farming town that’s a magnet for first-home buyers
“That price point is getting harder and harder to find."