Power lines fall at Hāwera property during thunderstorm
There were about 7000 lightning strikes across the country on Sunday.
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Taranaki soldier has a blast at work
Warrant Officer Class One (WO1) Denis Wanihi is from South Taranaki.
South Taranaki votes to keep Māori wards
The decision was made at the council's extraordinary meeting on Wednesday.
Taranaki Regional Council puts meetings online
Taranaki Regional Council now live-streams meetings on YouTube.
South Taranaki iwi takes students to Silicon Valley
20 students will have a whirlwind tour of San Francisco’s tech sector.
Tick-tock: 12 months for council to deliver water plan
Whanganui is in 'a very fortunate position' compared with many other councils.
Emotional meeting held over mill closures, Winstone Pulp considers closing entire operation
Winstone Pulp is looking at closing its entire operation due to high power rates.
Mental health issues raised as man appears in court charged with murdering his relative
A 60-year-old man died in an alleged family-harm incident in Pātea at the weekend.
Central District's new police commander welcomed with pōwhiri
The pōwhiri was attended by Ngāti Ruanui representatives, police and local students.
Man charged with murder after 60-year-old dies at Pātea property
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.
Police launch Pātea homicide investigation after man dies at property
Despite efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.
Formal welcome for new top cop
Superintendent Dion Bennett is the new district commander for Central District.
Council building to be earthquake strengthened
Staff and services in Hāwera will have to relocate for up to six months.
Study aims to understand impact of wind turbines on marine mammals
Taranaki Offshore Partnership will deploy detection devices in the South Taranaki Bight.
Business waste reduction programme launches
South Taranaki businesses are invited to sign up for the Resource Wise initiative.
Police hunt for woman linked to Facebook scams and on the run
Police ask for the public's help finding Ashleigh Houston, believed to be in Manawatū.
Rugby: Whanganui women to take on Taranaki Whio
The match is in Waverley at 1pm on Saturday.
New freshwater rules opposed
Taranaki Regional Council is worried the new rules may backfire.
Woodburner fee leaves residents in the cold
South Taranaki District Council has almost tripled its woodburner consent fee.
Team-mates band together for tough rowing challenge
The Moana Dogs will take to the seas in a gruelling challenge next year.
Energy-inspired trip for minister
The Minister of Climate Change and Revenue was in Whanganui on Thursday.
Rising costs reflected in South Taranaki District Council's plan
'We need to pay more just to keep doing what we are already doing.'
Prestigious accolade for Alton farmers
Their efforts to protect biodiversity were recognised at the national awards ceremony.
Business park development on track
STDC business development manager Scott Wilson says there is plenty happening at the park.
Heavy rain in outlook for lower North Island
Niwa's report covers the outlook for the lower North Island over the next three months.
First stage of Waverley pathway project begins
The first stage of the Waverley pathway is set to be completed in August.
Pātea Hangi shop filling bellies with kai Māori
Duty manager Carol Turner says the shop has something for everyone.
Farmer fears cutting stock numbers only way to meet environmental standards
Farmers head to the drop-in event for the Taranaki Land and Freshwater Plan.
New health practitioner brings wealth of knowledge to South Taranaki
There are now seven doctors and three nurse practitioners working for Ngāti Ruanui.
Taranaki family raising funds for intensive therapy
The intensive therapy will help Liv reach her milestones and learn to swallow.
Bilingual service for Matariki in Eltham
Nau mai, haere mai - all are welcome to attend the service at Eltham's All Saints Church.
Waverley facelift coincides with traffic safety project
Work starts on Monday, June 24, on Wereroa Rd (State Highway 3).