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Matariki-themed pottery festival celebrates artists near and far
Artists from all over the Lower North Island will attend the festival.
Kāpiti groups have say on Greater Wellington plan
Kāpiti locals submitted their concerns to the regional council's long-term plan.
Council receives 370 submissions on Long-Term Plan
Individuals and groups made submissions on plans for the coming 10 years.
Funding for new roading restricted, ministers pass buck to NZTA, Ō2NL still on list
The minister cites years of budget blowouts and cancellations for the change.
Council opts to reopen Ōtaki Gorge Rd
'Opening the road is the best option,' Mayor Janet Holborow says.
One dead after stolen ute flees police, crashes head-on with innocent motorist
Police investigating after late-night incident on SH1 in Ōtaki.
Bucket list horse has hobby trainer daring to dream
Retired seaman Jim Sweetensen would love to see his mare gain black-type.
Ōtaki industrial fire rages as crews work to extinguish flames
It is not yet clear how the fire started.
Body believed to be of missing man Duncan Hill found
Duncan Hill's family have been contacted, but formal identification has not yet been done.
Ōtaki woman honoured for services to community-led development, governance and education
Mary-Jane Rivers says founding Inspiring Communities has been the highlight of her career.
'No clues' two months after kayaker's mysterious disappearance
Michaela Leger was last seen paddling out to sea from Raumati Beach on October 21.
'Jig the numbers': Lawyer charged dyslexic client $1000 an hour
Quentin Haines was also convicted in 2018 for hiring two underage prostitutes.
In darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay border
This was what beekeepers had been desperate for after the cyclone flooded many hives.
Extensive searches: Police scour four islands in hunt for missing kayaker
Michaela Leger hasn't been seen since she vanished into the night 17 days ago.
New Ōtaki MP Tim Costley humbled by result
'I don't know if all the emotions have sunk in.'
Police seek witnesses to fatal Ōtaki crash
The crash happened about 8pm on Friday, August 18.
Iwi prepares for Waitangi Tribunal to hear Ngāti Tukorehe claim
Issues involved include land loss, economic disadvantages and education policies.
'Negligent': Booze baron caused delays in improving worker conditions
A liquor baron must pay $87,000 for failing to action improved worker conditions.
Half a century of service awarded with Queen's Service Medal
Rod Graham has been active in the art and education communities for more than 50 years.
Surf club stalwart surprised and humbled by award
Peter Housiaux has been recognised for his community service over many years.