Taranaki
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.
Pothole remains unfilled for a year, Councillor buys birthday card
In an effort to make a point a New Plymouth District Councillor has bought a birthday cake and a card for a pothole that remains unfilled a year after he told the responsible authorities about the… Audio
Māori ward contenders told 'do the homework'
Council elections are a year away, but wannabe councillors should start preparing - including those with an eye on Māori wards.
Womad 2025 line-up revealed - see the new acts
The world music festival is back at New Plymouth's Bowl of Brooklands from 14-16 March.
Indy the rottweiler to be destroyed after cyclist injury
A rider was left in the ICU with a collapsed lung following the incident.
Protection for historic Taranaki pā site one step closer
The regional council has approved consents for a new coastal walkway and bridge to protect the site.
Taranaki school recognised in book celebrating 75 years of Commonwealth
The co-founders of the Taranaki school were interviewed by King Charles' biographer for the project.
Public wants fast rivers clean-up but farmers call for handbrake
Two months of talking to Taranaki people has exposed the split between the farming industry and the rest of the region over polluted rivers.
Wheelchair user waiting three years for accessible home
Shane Emeny says he is making the most of his situation, but "you can't have your life on hold". Audio
