'It doesn't feel like work': Laura turns horse dream into thriving business
"I dreamed of owning my own farm and I always wanted to be involved with horses."
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Mother and daughter tackle epic 3000km NZ trek to reconnect
Storms, injuries, and new friends haven't stopped the duo's 3000km Te Araroa journey.
TCDC councillor puts hand up for mayoralty
First-term councillor believes he has the passion and skills the district needs.
Police appeal after woman shot in Palmerston North
Police said those involved were known to each other.
Off-grid living at Golden Bay farm
The farm grows, processes and sells beef, lamb and farm produce directly to the public.
Summer chill: Temperatures plummet 10C as polar air mass cloaks NZ
Severe gales, heavy rain watches issued as southerly winds affect North Island.
Forestry worker dies after vehicle roll at Central Hawke’s Bay homestead
Police said inquiries were ongoing into the incident and WorkSafe is investigating.
'Urban sprawl': Ex-MP's greenbelt subdivision plan hits opposition
He says it's 'no wonder' city has a housing crisis if it's this hard to build three homes.
One dead in SH30 truck crash near Rotorua
The road was closed for several hours, with a long detour in place.
National, local companies are creditors of Rotorua housing project
The financier wants $28.2m; unsecured creditors are listed as being owed another $167,000.
A closer look: How many tons can Kane reach?
Just how many test centuries could Kane Williamson finish on?
'Really hard-to-kill cancer': Much-loved culinary teacher in a fight for his life
This Hawke's Bay teacher touched the lives of many, now they're rallying to save his.
'Milestone': Iwi celebrate ownership deal for Kaitāia Airport
Kaitāia Airport deal finalised; Ngāi Takoto and Ngāti Kahu take ownership.
'I'll be back': Wilde to take step back from triathlon, sets sights on LA 2028
The Paris silver medallist will limit his involvement over the coming years.
'Nothing more for ratepayer': Councillor slams water infrastructure plan
Gisborne debates water options: Lower short-term costs vs long-term savings.
'I remember calling her mum at work once': Mother and daughter graduate together
'I feel humbled and proud to have that moment.'
Intimidation, assaults, litter, drugs: Council closes freedom camping site
It is unclear where homeless occupants will go.
'Systemic failings': Court rules DoC failed to protect marine species for decades
A High Court judge has ruled DoC acted unlawfully by failing to follow its own laws.
Torrential rain, large hail: MetService issues urgent warning while thunderstorms rattle Auckland
There is a risk of flooding as the upper North Island is soaked by the storms.
'This ain’t a joke': Judge warns smirking robber
The 20-year-old was not long out of jail when he robbed a bottle store.
The chase is over – rain ends Napier hopes of schools cricket title
Napier went into the last match unbeaten in five consecutive run chases.
Whakaari/White Island may be heading into 'new eruptive episode'
The aviation colour code for White Island has been raised to orange.
Port of Tauranga’s container operations expansion clears another hurdle
Long-awaited resource consent for the project is also on the fast track legislation list.
Mauao to close for repair of vandalised pounamu
Tauranga's landmark Mauao will be closed so the vandalised pounamu can be repaired.
'What does the word yes mean?' Young woman questioned during indecent assault trial
The then 16-year-old claims she consented out of fear. Sonny Tau was 63 at the time.
Food or school uniforms? The tough choices some families have to make
The Salvation Army choice-model supermarket offers a 'practical solution for whānau'.
Family of eight ‘overwhelmed’ with donations after fire destroys home
The family walked away from the Oakleigh blaze with only the clothes on their backs.
'I will do it with the village that raised me’: Aimee Fisher to have another go at Olympic gold in 2028
Fisher says she'll do 'one last ride' and will train 'back where it all began'.
Timber bridges could become 'new norm' for NZ
SH26 between Thames and Paeroa is to close for a month for a bridge build.
Te Tai Tokerau iwi marks 'significant milestone' in council relations
'We are adamant we must cut a path forward.'
Rees lightning: Ethan leads family charge at Gisborne Speedway superstocks doubleheader
'It’s good old-fashioned speedway'.
'Do the mahi': NZ Army sapper's journey from EIT to plumbing dreams
Brooking Poi, 19, trains in plumbing at Linton Army Base, plans to return to Tairāwhiti.
Kiwifruit season set for success with 'fantastic' spring conditions
'Our season is currently tracking seven to 10 days ahead of [the] average,'
'Generous donations' near $200k as need for foodbank increases
The Tauranga Community Foodbank has received “substantial support” after week five.