Taranaki
In pictures: Taranaki's 'unsung heroes' of the environment
A food rescue charity, vital mahi to improve fish passages, pest animal and plant control, and long-term efforts to restore waterways have all been recognised at the Taranaki Regional Council…
Stowaway seal makes surprise visit to offshore gas platform
The young kekeno was lifted 40 metres above the sea before it was discovered. Video
Protesters call for Fonterra to phase out use of palm kernel expeller
About half a dozen protesters gathered outside the conference venue for Fonterra's annual general meeting, outnumbered about two-to-one by security staff and police.
Around the motu: Robin Martin in Taranaki
Robin discusses the reopening of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery after a $70m makeover. Roading updates in the ongoing saga that is the Mt Messenger bypass project on SH3, as well as the… Audio
Kapa haka and Dalvanius Prime championed in new exhibitions
The power of kapa haka and a celebration of one of Aotearoa's most revered songwriters are the focus of two exhibitions in New Plymouth.
Disney themed cruise ship to visit New Plymouth
Mickey, Donald, Goofy and the gang will sail into New Plymouth this summer for the first time.
Port Taranaki strengthens main breakwater wave wall
Port Taranaki is strengthening the wave wall of its main breakwater to better protect vessels and people and help prepare the port for future trade.
Bus services suspend bike racks over safety concerns
The move followed Bus and Coach Association NZ issuing a nationwide suspension after the Transport Agency sent out a safety alert.
Toxic algae found in Taranaki rivers
Potentially toxic cyanobacteria has been found earlier in the season than usual in the region.
New service transforms dialysis patient's life
A farmer no longer has to travel for treatment after a hospital adapted a machine to treat his condition.
New dialysis treatment transforming Taranaki man's life
A new service at Taranaki Base Hospital is transforming the life an Opunake farmer. Mark Walsh has had kidney function issues most of his life and travelled out of region for specialist dialysis… Audio
Parihaka: Remembering a legacy of peaceful resistance
Today marks 143 years since the invasion of the once-thriving Taranaki settlement led by Māori rangatira, Te Whiti-o-Rongomai and Tohu Kākahi.
Farmer with terminal cancer caught in two-year battle with ACC
The 53-year-old with terminal cancer has been fighting to get compensation, and now has less than a year left to live. Audio
Mt Messenger delays: Public Works Act needs overhaul, mayor says
Delays securing land for the Mt Messenger bypass in Taranaki is a sign the Public Works Act needs a drastic overhaul, according to the mayor of New Plymouth. Audio
Te reo to make up 30% of dialogue of new TV series
Iwi and producers are collaborating to "create something which tells our stories in a different way". Audio
Meal worm larvae on the menu at Sustainable Backyard Trail
A Taranaki garden festival that highlights working with nature - rather than against it - is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
Hair to learn: Barber students head back to school for free cuts
Taranaki students are smashing out haircuts to meet course requirements, while easing the cost of living crisis for families.
Iwi kickstarts whānau housing dream with affordable rentals
Central North Island iwi Ngāti Rangi is offering housing opportunities to tribal members in the iwi's first housing development.
Wind power firm departs, amid fast-track controversy over seabed mining
A plan for an offshore wind power generation site has been abandoned as the company has pulled out, as controversy continues over seabed mining also planned for the area.
Jupiter moon mission: Taranaki man realises childhood dream
A Taranaki man fascinated with space is working on a team that has sent a space probe to one of Jupiter's moons, to learn whether conditions for life exist there.
