New ZealandPolice to monitor five-day gang reunionExtra police staff will ensure safety and minimise public disruption.11 Feb 06:55 PM
Kahu‘Huge task ahead’ for Ngāti Hāua trusteesOne new and three returning trustees have been elected for the Treaty settlement entity.19 Dec 11:19 PM
EntertainmentNaked in the Trees: where clothing is optional and conversation sparksThe organisers are bringing in some 'pretty whompy' sound systems.28 Nov 07:53 PM
New Zealand'Extremely sad situation': Dog euthanised after attacking 5-year-old at schoolThe dog was surrendered to the council by its owners and euthanised.05 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuSculptures to tell iwi history on Forgotten World HighwayFive works will bring focus to the cultural significance and tūpuna history of the area.09 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandNZTA advises Auckland to Wellington motorists to avoid SH1A detour of 23km or about 16mins will be in place.04 Oct 04:13 AM
New ZealandRemote Ruapehu restaurant wins national award'We knew it was a fairly crazy project but we ended up putting two and two together.'28 Aug 05:00 PM
Kahu‘Don’t be scared, mate’: Councillors defend Māori wardCouncillors are talking with the community about the future of Ruapehu's Māori ward.16 Aug 12:27 AM
New Zealand'No cash, no housing’: Council calls on Government to actRuapehu District Council says it is bowing out from financing housing developments.14 Aug 01:32 AM
New ZealandLong days and freezing nights in search of the perfect photoThe magic happens in the 'blue hour' just before dawn.08 Aug 01:19 AM
New ZealandWater funding remains problem for councilsA rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.07 Aug 08:41 PM
New ZealandSchizophrenic arsonist wanted to 'burn down' DHB's mental health unitHoturoa Flanangan also set fire to a vehicle, garage and punched a police officer.06 Aug 08:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato councils' Long-Term Plans come at a costMost councils have now adopted their 2024-34 LTPs.02 Aug 07:00 PM
KahuCouncil calls public meetings on future of Māori wardRuapehu District Council will have meetings in Ohakune and Taumarunui.02 Aug 01:16 AM
Kahu'The community had its say'Ruapehu District Council wants an exemption from new legislation on Māori wards.30 Jul 03:12 AM
New ZealandNew facility for Central Plateau emergency operationsIt will provide a central point for search and rescue operations and emergency management.21 Jul 11:55 PM
New ZealandPolice seize cannabis in lolly packets'It really shows you what length criminals will go to.'15 Jul 02:21 AM
New ZealandKiller attacked in dock as he's jailed for partner's manslaughterCorrections staff and court security were assaulted in the melee.27 Jun 04:01 AM
New ZealandCouncil to fund freshwater projectsApplications for Horizons' Freshwater Community Grant are open.16 Jun 10:52 PM
New ZealandRuapehu civil defence controller calls for more resources'Communities are the first level of response during emergencies'24 May 02:34 AM
KahuCouncil, Ngāti Hāua uri build strategic partnership'We acknowledge the importance of respect, understanding, and mutual support.'24 May 02:13 AM
New Zealand'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisisThe country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.09 May 10:08 PM
New ZealandGuns, drugs, cash seized after 'lengthy' investigationA 53-year-old Taumarunui man has been arrested and is facing charges.05 May 11:43 PM
New ZealandThree women take out top spots in Pureora Hunting CompNumbers for the annual competition are back to pre-Covid levels, DoC says.04 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandBroken-down carriages in Taumarunui railyard will be scrapped'Obviously graffiti’s been a big issue; they’ve been damaged, smashed up.'15 Mar 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Dramatic' collision: Driver sentenced after farmer killedTamihana Curtis says he blacked out. A judge rejected the claim.12 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandWoman was alive for 'at least 30 minutes' after partner's fatal attackRichard Coburn admits killing his partner, but says it wasn't murder.12 Mar 01:02 AM
New ZealandPig and deer focus of DoC hunting competitionThe annual Pureora Hunting Competition will kick off next week.05 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMajor hospital privacy breach ensnares dozens of patientsThe hospital has 'immediately ceased using window envelopes'.29 Feb 04:00 PM
CommoditiesThe Lines Company told to clean its act upCompany told to do better after 'concerning' power outages.28 Feb 11:04 PM
New ZealandBig weekend for Toa Henderson in lead-up to the Golden ShearsResults from the Taumarunui and Āpiti Sport Shears.25 Feb 08:36 PM
New ZealandKiwi wins world's richest speed shearFloyde Neil wins the world's richest speed shear prize.11 Feb 09:38 PM
New ZealandDazzling dozen: Waikato locals scoop up New Year HonoursAmong the recipients are a Major General and a Police Detective Inspector.12 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandDetermined railway workers' advocate honoured“Little wins on behalf of real people" drove New Year Honours recipient.29 Dec 04:00 PM
