The American fostering the spirit of sailing in Kiwi kids
Sailor Elana Connor was supposed to be sailing around the world, instead she's raising money for Kiwi kids in foster care to get into sailing too.
Americarna snuck in, Taranaki's Multi-Ethnic Extravaganza did not
Taranaki's annual celebration of American cars was winding down just as Covid-19 alert levels were going up.
Smoothie drop company a semi-finalist in awards
A Taranaki iwi-owned company has been named as a semi finalist in the Foodstarter innovation awards.
From sky to sketches: Former flight attendant finds new path in art
She turned to drawing after losing her dream job in the skies, and now her illustrations are taking off.
Final Taranaki iwi completes settlement
The last of the eight iwi in Taranaki has signed its deed of settlement with the Crown, receiving an apology, land of cultural significance and $30 million.
Gas explosion victim learning to live after brush with death
Ben D’Ath’s arms tell a story of survival. They’re discoloured from skin grafts and severe burns. He counts himself lucky.
Maui pipeline ingenuity provides reliable gas flow north
Mud and rain, it never seemed to stop, working on the Maui pipeline construction.
Ngāti Maru to sign Deed of Settlement
Taranaki iwi Ngāti Maru will sign its Deed of Settlement on Saturday
Ex health worker in court after alleged indecent assault at hospital
The man, 44, is no longer employed by the Taranaki DHB and is facing one charge of indecent assault of a man/boy over the age of 16.
Explosions reported at house fire
Fire investigators and police are attending a blaze in a house in the New Plymouth suburb of Marfell after residents reported hearing explosions.
Contentious weir removed after 20-year debate
The demolition this week of an old concrete weir means eels and other native fish can swim freely up a South Taranaki stream for the first time in 120 years.
Recording session prize will help band release first EP
A New Plymouth cafe worker is gearing up to be the next Kiwi icon to sign one of the cafe's famous plates after her band won a recording session to kick-start their music career.
South Taranaki students' noisy trap project bad news for predators
A group of South Taranaki students who set out to protect whio living in a stream near their school may well help save many more of NZ's endangered birds.
Councillors endorse speed limit drop on crash-prone road
A Taranaki council is making the moves to drop the speed limit on one of its most dangerous roads, which has seen 57 crashes in the past five years.
Influencer produces children's emergency packs from charity efforts
The fruits of a Taranaki influencer’s charitable labour has produced around 150 kitted-out emergency relief bags for children affected by family violence.
New Plymouth Airport a safe space for LGBTQI+ community
New Plymouth Airport has joined a list of a dozen Taranaki locations recognised as a safe space for the LGBTQI+ community.
A show you don't want to miss
Review: A babble of discussion rapidly spread amidst patrons as they left New Plymouth's Repertory Theatre after the opening night of Rough Justice.
A show you don't want to miss
Review: A babble of discussion rapidly spread amidst patrons as they left New Plymouth's Repertory Theatre after the opening night of Rough Justice.
(Not) buying my first home
My latest dream of owning my own home in New Plymouth lasted about three hours.
One Cookie Time like nine regular cookies
At 85g one original chocolate chunk Cookie Time cookie has the same calories as a small meal, dietitian Maggie Radich says.
An ice cream journey in Taranaki
I was tasked with trialling four of the best ice creams available in Taranaki. It was finally my opportunity eat desserts while on the clock.
Chocolate zucchini bread
This is a deliciously moist bread that isn’t too sweet and keeps well for several days.
Summer crunch salad
This salad is best served chilled straight from the fridge so to keep the crunch factor.
Roasted chicken & grapes with buttered saffron rice
During cooking, the sweet and salty juices of this dish combine with the onion to create a rich sauce.
Hobby boat builder emulates ancestors' arrival in New Plymouth in 1842
In 1842, Rex Henry's ancestors arrived in New Plymouth on board the 'Timandra'. This week, he launched his self-built dinghy near where they came ashore.
