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It's time to upscale your family holiday from a campground to a bougie bach
Book more. Pay more... Enjoy more.
Volunteer firefighters accused of driving offences, clipping a pedestrian
The incidents are being investigated and firefighters may face disciplinary action.
Election 2023: On the campaign trail in the wide-open seat of Ikaroa-Rāwhiti
There were so many laughs, you could almost forget the dramatic backdrop to this campaign.
Local Focus: Meet Martinborough’s Union Square Welly Burger
This year's Welly Burger competition includes an 'oozy' entry from Union Bar and Bistro.
Local Focus: Fred’s wonderful world of film
A 93-year-old film-maker, Fred Holloway, documents the people of Wairarapa.
Fraudster's gold scheme foiled by postie
Wayne Thomas Patterson sought revenge against the postman after the scheme failed.
American billionaire-founded company opening new Wairarapa project
'It was always going to be a big space.'
Revealed: Killer state highway zone where speed limit could be cut by 40km/h
“You can hear the sirens go off with all the accidents, once a week or so."
Severe thunderstorm warning in place for parts of the lower North
Thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by torrential rain and hail.
Local Focus: Red Clay Tennis arriving in New Zealand
Martinborough to open first red clay tennis courts in New Zealand.
Local Focus: Daphne Geisler on Candidate Camera
Candidate Camera: Mayoral candidate Daphne Geisler discusses South Wairarapa's issues
Three injured in single-vehicle crash in Martinborough
The crash happened on State Highway 53 in Wairarapa.
Where I'd Rather Be: Eating, drinking, sightseeing in Martinborough
What's new in the Wellington region's favourite wine village.
Fears of dire staff shortages as Omicron hits dozens of aged care homes
Coalition includes Age Concern, Grey Power, the Nurses Organisation and Alzheimer's NZ.
Schools adapt to change as Covid-19 cases appear in their communities
"There's a real sense of community that develops."
Locations of interest: Popular Queenstown bar, Remuera racecourse, Hamilton sites added
Queenstown Airport lounge and a Hamilton fitness centre latest on list.
Several Covid cases associated with Wellington schools
Two of the schools are Petone Central School and St Patrick's College, Silverstream.
Enjoy a tipple or two on one these unusual wine journeys
Six tempting wine experiences to keep your glass topped up well into the new year.
Masterton Covid cases linked to Killer Beez
A number of gang members travelled from around the country to Masterton for a weekend.
Waihenga bridge on State Highway 53 closed due to high river levels
The Waihenga Bridge will remain closed due to heavy rain in the area.
Bank closures in the provinces: Finance Minister pressed companies to extend 'hub' trial
Pressure from mayors sees Finance Minister press banks to extend bank hub trial.
Fatal house fire in Martinborough overnight
Emergency services were alerted to the blaze just after 1am on Monday morning.
The Kiwi coast in five famous lighthouses
Mysterious and enchanting the guardians that stand on our coastline are great to visit.
'Extremely unusual': Carterton E coli readings baffle experts
There's been an on-off boil water notice since March, after a low-level E coli reading.
Tourism NZ forecasts $1b boost if transtasman bubble opens
Aussies are already making plans to visit in the lead-up to Tuesday's travel announcement.
Spate of crashes brings call for drivers to concentrate
Nine crashes have been recorded in the Wairarapa region since last Monday.
Castle Hill could become country's largest windfarm, creating 200 jobs
Project would build up to 286 turbines at Castle Hill, southeast of Eketahuna, Wairarapa.