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Taranaki oil and gas researcher digs deep

There are polarising views on the future of oil and gas in Taranaki, PhD research student Anna Bettini said.

The ban on oil and gas exploration in Taranaki has produced polarising views, a Canadian anthropologist found.

Christchurch: Turning weapons into art

Contemporary New York artist Lin Evola speaks at a press conference with the Los Angeles County Sherriff's department ...

Firearms outlawed by gun law reforms could be made into a peace symbol.

Bridges in need of repair

Poet's Bridge is one of the 63 bridges around the district in need of repair.

Under current funding, it would take 13 years to complete the necessary repairs to 63 park bridges.

Awakino gorge roadworks ready to start

Work on bypassing the Awakino Gorge tunnel  on State Highway 3 is expected to start later this year.

Two big roading projects are planned for Taranaki. One is starting in October, the other is going to the Environment Court.

Remembering a beloved Taranaki educator

Jenny Ellis was passionate about young women's education and servant leadership.

Jenny Ellis, who touched thousands of lives through half a century in teaching, has died in New Plymouth.

Poaching paua a family affair

A family of paua poachers were caught with hundreds of undersized paua in New Plymouth.

Three siblings could each be fined of up to $250,000 after being caught with a huge haul of undersized paua.

Art from the heart

Miss Paisley painted a mural on her building in Eltham to express her support for the people of Christchurch.

A Taranaki woman used what she had - a pot of paint - to send a heartfelt message to Christchurch.

Crashed motorcyclist in court

Mitchell Ethan Falconer crashed his motorbike after fleeing police last month. He then hid from police in bushes for a ...

"You made a very poor decision," magistrate tells dairy farmer.

Hydrogen refueling station sites decision close

Hiringa Energy chief executive Andrew Clennett says hydrogen refuelling stations need to be cost efficient.

A hydrogen refueling station, one of three planned by 2021, is to be built near New Plymouth to service long distance commercial transport network.

A future of love and light

New Zealand has been shocked by the horror of the hate that fueled the killings of 50 people in Christchurch.

OPINION: Some things must never change. Some things need to change forever.

Three injured in crash

One person has been critically injured after they were thrown 15 metres from a rolling car in Britxon.

One person was thrown about 15m from the car. It's the third crash on the same stretch of road in less than two months.

Official help for shooting victims

New Zealand police carry flowers left by well wishers to the Al Noor Mosque.

ACC covers everyone in New Zealand irrespective of their residency.

Back Beach steps debate continues

New Plymouth council's iwi committee has recommended replacing the steps at a cost of $138k.

After more than an hour of debate, the council's iwi committee has recommended replacing the popular steps.

Red the dog star

Former National MP Chester Borrows and his wife Ella's dog Red is an enthusiastic swimmer and loves to retrieve sticks.

A kelpie called Red is fetching lots of online attention along with sticks on South Taranaki beaches

Gun owners hold on to weapons

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has promised that gun laws will change and some gun owners have already been handing in ...

Gun law reforms need to be a reasoned response to make a positive change and prevent future tragedy, Taranaki gun dealer says.

Florists front-line counsellors

New Plymouth florist Leisha Scott has found herself acting as a counsellor to customers following the mosque shootings.

Florists all over the country have become front-line counsellors in the wake of the Christchurch mosque shootings.

New Plymouth creatives given $31k

New Plymouth's Creative Communities Investment Committee has given $31,320 for community projects. (file photo)

Of a requested $84,058 for community projects, New Plymouth District Council's creative committee has awarded $31,320.

One big whanau

A memorial service is planned for Hāwera's town square on Thursday.

Taranaki people will gather all around the mountain to show support for the people of Christchurch.

A grief for trust lost

Jamie Allen set up the Taranaki Retreat suicide prevention centre with his wife Suzy in 2018.

OPINION: Friday March 15 has been described in the media as "The end of our innocence." I understand the intent of this, but the phrase seems all wrong to me.

'It's not a Muslim thing, everyone is feeling it'

Muslim Association of Taranaki spokeswoman Saba Afzal lost a long-time friend in the Christchurch shootings but holds no ...

Before Saba Afzal moved to New Zealand her father said the country was "heaven". She still sees it that way.

Man awaits sentencing for indecent assault

Alexandros Nassif will be sentenced in the Ashburton District Court on April 29 for an indecent assault he committed in ...

Change in sentencing date for man who indecently assaulted a female stranger.

Iwi leader says leadership crucial in shooting aftermath

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern embraces a woman outside the Kilbirnie mosque in Wellington.

Iwi leader says we all have a role in getting rid of racism in New Zealand.

Show your support in Taranaki

Buckets of flowers festooned the gateway of the Hāwera Islamic Centre on Monday.

Here's how you can support the victims of the Christchurch shootings if you live in Taranaki.

Ex-cop stole $486,000 from hapu

Former police officer Shaun Joseph Keenan stole $486,045.71 from a Taranaki hapū organisation that he used to lead. ...

Ex-cop Shaun Joseph Keenan stole $486,045.71 from a Taranaki hapū organisation he used to lead.

Candlelight ends dark week

Two-year-old Verenaisi Vuluma, held a candle with her family, at the vigil in Bell Block on Sunday to remember the ...

When one person of Muslim faith stood up, dozens followed at a candlelight vigil in Bell Block.

Snorkel trail proves popular

A large group were at the Hāwera Aquatic Centre for the new snorkel trail as part of Seaweek.

Large number in Taranaki for annual event aimed at raising awareness about marine conservation.

Review: Proper Crunch Corn

Proper crunch popcorn is a healthy, tasty snack, dietitian Lisa Wynter says

This is a healthy choice for an on-the-go snack, which is high in fibre and low in salt and tastes sensational.

'No health benefits of multiple day fasts'

People fast, ditching food and only drinking water, for a number of reasons. But extended fasts can be bad for your ...

An overnight fast has health benefits but multiple day fasts can have negative impacts on your heath.

'Our hearts are with you'

Messages have been left at makeshift memorial outside New Plymouth's library.  This one reads; tolerance, acceptance, ...

Taranaki joins the nation in sending its message of love and support to the people of Christchurch.

Ohura medieval market

Wandering minstrel Stevi Anand at the Medieval Market in Ohura.

Ohura's usually deserted main street came alive for the annual medieval market day.

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