Debbie Ngarewa-Packer on the challenges ahead
Waikato Herald invited MPs to share their thoughts on the upcoming term.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromTaumarunui
Election 2023: Suze Redmayne will be first female MP for Rangitīkei
Redmayne's immediate plans included increasing the police presence in Feilding.
Working to better the community earns Brian Doughty a Queen's Service Medal
'You don't think about why you're doing this stuff, you just do it, it's good fun.'
Council shoots dog after cattle attack
'Shooting a dog is always the last resort for animal control officers.'
Cyclone Gabrielle: Wind, rain warnings for Taranaki
'These winds are expected to produce widespread damage ... and could lift roofs."
'It's a tough life': No internet for two days adds to isolation
Life for most of Taumarunui's 4707 residents has been a lot slower since 1.30am on Monday.
Tornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ
"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."
'Suffering demons': Man's life after killing motorist in head-on crash
The victim had been heading home after attending Americarna in New Plymouth.
Bye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird week
Few weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.
Homicide investigation after body found at Taranaki campground
Police ramping up their presence in Tāngarākau after the death.
Ruapehu council divided on pokies policy
Mayor Don Cameron had to use his casting vote in the split decision.
Children turned into gang members by state
Paora Sweeney and Wiremu Waikari suffered appalling abuse at the hands of state carers.
Cyclone Dovi: Households without power; trees damage cars; slips, road closures
Wild weather caused havoc across the country - now the clean-up has started.
Heavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to come
Adding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.
PGF-funded marae upgrade project nears completion
A $16 million marae renovation programme is drawing to a close.
Safety monitors for upper Whanganui River
Iwi are concerned about the safety of river users and the risk of collisions.
The heat is on: Temps to hit 30C again as fine weather spreads across NZ
The weekend is shaping up to be sizzling hot, with temperatures hitting 30C or higher.
Where to see glow worms this summer
Seek out the best places in New Zealand to marvel at sparkling glow worms.
Sweltering hot start to 2022, with high temperatures forecast
Temperatures are forecast to hit as high as 30C for the start of 2022.
What to expect from New Year's weather
A trip to the beach may be the way to celebrate the first day of 2022.
Whanganui River tribes axe annual tribal pilgrimage
The annual two-week journey down the Whanganui River has been happening since 1988.
Mt Ruapehu crater lake temp rising again
The crater lake is now sitting at 31C, overflowing into the nearby Whangaehu River.
Whanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New Year
Whanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.
'We should be in orange': Whanganui mayor and MP at odds over traffic light system
Whanganui's mayor and MP have differing views on the framework.
Animal welfare group refuses to hand dogs back to breeder
Future of 24 stolen dogs up in the air as organisation refuses to hand them over.
This is where you can take the kids glow worm hunting
Seek out the best places in New Zealand to marvel at sparkling glow worms.
Vaccine mandates for council staff on the table
All councils are undertaking a health and safety review before deciding on mandates.
All staff at King Country school refuse vaccine
None of the three teachers, three support staff or a relief teacher are vaccinated.
5.9 quake rocks central North Island, felt in South Island
The quake has been felt as far north as Auckland, and Christchurch in the South Island.
Ruapehu hīkoi supporting Māori wards cancelled
The hīkoi was organised in support of additional Māori representation on the council.
Is this the most unique way to experience the North Island?
Forgotten World Adventures is open for summer, offering unique railway rides by golf cart.
Johnny Nation's world famous Chocolate Éclair Shop changes hands
Ohakune's famous Chocolate Éclair Shop sold to Taumarunui buyer.
Hīkoi protest against Māori representation proposal
Māori advocates will march against Ruapehu District Council's representation proposal.