Latest fromNew Plymouth
'Get out of my house and out of my life': Landlord to tenant after bad haircut
A bad haircut sparked violence and furious text messages, landing a landlord in court.
New retailer The Outlet set to open next week
The Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.
'Please God, not my son': Family's pain remains as killer confesses 20 years on
Michael Slade died in a house bus fire that police thought was accidental.
'It's a saving of $838': Costco's butter frenzy sparks 750km trips
Costco sells butter for $9.99 per kg, much cheaper than other supermarkets.
'Stephen Donald moment': First XV star kicks for glory
FDMC ended a nine-year losing streak against New Plymouth Boys'.
'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar Cup
Nathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.
Homicide investigation launched after crash kills 30yo woman
Police were alerted to the Hamilton incident at 9.30am.
Man's 'manipulative, cruel and sinister' hold on teen started with exchange of nudes
When the teen tried to cut contact with him, he threatened to leak her naked photos.
Man shot partner in the face while on bail for hammer attack on gang member
Aramu Rangi is now serving two prison sentences, totalling 12 years.
Cannabis advocate's supporters rally as 'Gandalf' appears in court
Paul Smith, known as ‘Gandalf’, faces new charges in Whangārei District Court.
First XV rugby: How King's College got back on top in Auckland
King's College defeated Sacred Heart 36-22 to reclaim the Fitzpatrick-Kirkpatrick Cup.
Lotto Powerball: $10 million draw not struck, two players win $500,000
Check your tickets - are you $500,000 richer
Uber adds new ride option for Kiwis in Asia-Pacific first
Uber Big Boot launches today in 11 New Zealand cities, offering 500L boot space.
'Like a Band-Aid': Methanex deal highlights energy supply challenges
Contact is buying 2.8 petajoules of gas from Methanex over eight weeks.
Lotto Powerball: Has tonight’s draw made you $8 million richer?
Several lucky players have snagged prizes this evening.
Why Japanese school rugby is setting a new standard for competition
Japanese school teams have made rapid advancements.
North Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visits
Fifteen North Island tourism groups have formed an alliance to attract key markets.
Top charting Kiwi artists announce North Island tour
The tour kicks off June 26 in Gisborne and ends August 9 in Wellington.
Company's switch to rail transport 'another positive forestry story'
Forest360's move takes 8 truck & trailer loads of logs off the road to New Plymouth daily.
$6m Lotto Powerball draw unstruck, trio $333,000 richer
Three players each won $333,333, sharing first division's $1m prize.
Media Insider: Shortland St's new Casualty; RNZ show's gender trouble; Polkinghorne in a book
Plus TVNZ's new Europe correspondent revealed.
One dead, one injured after SH3 crash
State Highway 3 at Awakino remains closed. No detour is available.
Tech Insider: Blackbird partner says Govt made mistake giving up on $300m Elevate fund
PLUS: Blackbird gears up for $1 billion raise.
First XV wrap: Tauranga Boys' dish out a Grammar lesson in historic win
The win marks Tauranga's largest margin in their rivalry's history.
Man who killed his father and brother found with torture videos at time of murders
The charges were laid four years after Nathan Frost murdered his family members.
'Our planning laws are a mess': Top CEO on 'whims and fancies' stopping big projects
Mike Fuge says that is not appropriate when we have such an important job ahead
'Say your goodbyes, see your family': Mum of infant twins' incurable breast cancer
Stacey Winiata is starting on the future birthday cards and videos she wants to leave.