It's Oktoberfest time at Fairburn.

Waipapa's long-awaited roundabout is under way.

The GR8X 2019 fishing competition attracted a huge turnout, but its future is in doubt.

There is a worrying side to the Strike 4 Climate phenomenon.

Fraser Smith's book launch came complete with parrot impressions.

Two young film-makers are about to make their international debut.

Johnson Davis' remarkable contribution to his community is recognised.

Spat collectors accept concerns about machinery on 90 Mile Beach.

Roadside yields 10 bags of rubbish to the kilometre.

High tea and a harpist show strong appeal.

It's been a great year for the Friends of Rangikapiti.

"Other women see me and say, 'Far out, if she can do it, so can I'."

Otaua Valley farmer laments lack of council attention.

An Auckland family assures dairy farmers that they are appreciated.

If James Cook was a barbarian, what of those who have followed him?

The planning process for transitional housing at Ahipara has just begun.

Greg Berghan is flying the flag(s) for the RWC.

Orchid growers prepare for the Bay of Islands Orchid Society's annual show.

"It was quite close to properties at one stage, but no properties were damaged."

Now we'll just get one side of the climate change story.

Museum @ Te Ahu celebrates its golden jubilee with high tea.

Consent sought to use the former Baylinks Motel for permanent transitional housing.

A new generation of kaitiaki is being nurtured at Ahipara.

Di West has built a creative career from one line in a song.

Kai Ora Fund supports projects that enable people to grow their own nutritious food.

Cruise ship company will support conservation efforts.

The Government is wielding a sledgehammer when a scalpel is what's needed.

DairyNZ chief executive calls on Govt to extend timeframe of freshwater consultation.

Dairy farmers are under attack from all quarters.

Water-cleaning technology at Mangonui will be a NZ first.