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Why Petone's name will remain unchanged despite proposals
Te Tōangaroa becomes official in Auckland CBD; Petone name change denied.
Report reveals the sectors driving rise in Bay's economic ranking
There's evidence some are bucking national trends.
Monopoly Man: Why Shane Jones is splashing cash in the provinces
The Regional Development Minister says he'll take 'coal before dole' any day.
Weather to ease in Dunedin, Gail Maney conviction quashed | Focus Morning Bulletin October 5, 2024
The weather is set to ease in Southland as MetService changes its warning from red to yellow. Wrongfully convicted Gail Maney has had her conviction quashed.
Are you better off than your neighbours? Map reveals income by area
Kiwis can now find out which region has the highest median income.
Legendary Northland kiwi Sir Ed killed
A 20-year-old kiwi, father to numerous offspring, has been found dead on Matakohe Island.
'Generation chair' splits Kāpiti's future: A call for climate action in council
The chair is split down the middle to represent action versus inaction.
Could Northland's escapee Water Dragon still be out there somewhere?
Two pet Water Dragons that escaped a Pataua South owner in 2022 were never recovered.
Local iwi calls on the Government to save 230 mill jobs
Ngāti Rangi says mana whenua will be most affected by closure.
Councillor not sure 'lavish' bus shelters with living roofs would be approved today, minister calls the shelters 'crazy'
A Paraparaumu Community Board member called it 'gold plated'.
New bill proposed to limit regional councils' role in greenhouse gas regulation
Federated Farmers backs bill to limit local emission regulations.
Three Northland projects in line for new regional funding
All three projects have resource consent, are construction ready.
Rātana in line for major upgrade as Shane Jones splashes the regional cash
The Ratana Pā and housing could be in line for upgrade
Ōruku Landing seeks fast-track consent and regional funding
Ōruku Landing, once considered dead in the water, is hoping for more lifelines.
Star newspaper closure highlights digital need in Wairoa
The Wairoa Star's demise shows the need for 'digital resilience'.
300 young Angus bulls set for June sale
The Bull Walk cattle 'looked pretty smart' considering they had a wet winter last year.
Bike Bus initiative gets kids to school safely and on time
Smiles all around as new service gets under way.
Gisborne Concert Band returns with special concert for kids
Band's return to give people chance to listen, learn and network.
Whangārei mum wins contest with 94kg pumpkin
'My jaw dropped on the floor. I couldn’t believe how big my pumpkin had grown.'
Should ratepayers foot the bill to ensure freedom campers stick to the rules?
Whangarei District Council reviews need for monitoring of freedom camping.
Half a billion-dollar dry dock project gets Minister’s nod
The dry dock development will have a major impact on Northland.
Autumn sunshine improves golfers' swings
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs got on this week.
Yes to bikes, no to drones in Taupō this week
Find out what's annoyed and overjoyed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Guide dog proves to be a lifeline for vision-impaired woman
Sue Emirali’s guide dog Yazz has changed her life.
Kate MacNamara: What did we get for the $3b spent on regional development?
OPINION: Lies, damned lies and ministerial briefings on regional development.
Rural artist Graham Christensen: Let them in and out
The Rural Life exhibition runs until February 28 at the Coach House Museum in Feilding.
Roadworks start on SH3 in Turakina
Major work is also being done on State Highway 4 in Ruapehu.