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![Opinion: Councils don't have a magic money tree - but central govt does](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Opinion: Councils don't have a magic money tree - but central govt does
OPINION: Central govt pockets about $300,000 per new home in taxes - for no money down.
![Whanganui-born, Taranaki-based Shakespeare scholar uncovers The Bard’s philosophy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Whanganui-born, Taranaki-based Shakespeare scholar uncovers The Bard’s philosophy
Roger Peters has published numerous books about his findings.
![Editorial: School attendance matters](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Editorial: School attendance matters
OPINION: Turning up is the key to a successful school year
![Mexico sojourn motivation for debut single](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Mexico sojourn motivation for debut single
A New Plymouth singer-songwriter has released her first song.
![The seven mayors who have already been elected unopposed - and their six-figure salaries](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
The seven mayors who have already been elected unopposed - and their six-figure salaries
It's an all-consuming job, says Stratford Mayor Neil Volzke.
![Rural Ward candidates share their views](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Rural Ward candidates share their views
Candidates discuss climate change and the three qualities they bring to the table.
Sport news
![Stratford premier men's and women's team win matches](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Stratford premier men's and women's team win matches
Stratford was named the 2024 Taranaki Hockey Club of the Year.
![Streltham Netball team wins premier 3 finals](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Streltham Netball team wins premier 3 finals
Coach Karina Lewis said the team culture was a big factor in the win.
![Taranaki teen headed to Italy for world ice swimming champs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Taranaki teen headed to Italy for world ice swimming champs
She's a world record breaker and now she's off to Italy to represent NZ, and she's only 16
Property news
![Standoff between builders and council over new consent rules](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Standoff between builders and council over new consent rules
Stratford builders say guidelines suddenly being implemented by council delaying projects.
![Papakāinga plans could hinge on iwi-council relationship](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Papakāinga plans could hinge on iwi-council relationship
Current rules largely restrict papakāinga to be integrated with marae.
![Flood of consents: Iwi seek resources to support relationship](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Flood of consents: Iwi seek resources to support relationship
Hearing told iwi and hapū need money to help decide and monitor consents.
Lifestyle news
![Womad 2024: Meet Vanuatu's treehouse troubadour](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Womad 2024: Meet Vanuatu's treehouse troubadour
Womad artist Tio says he'll take audiences on a cultural and spiritual journey.
!['Private property': Maize border keeps out sunflower selfie-seekers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'Private property': Maize border keeps out sunflower selfie-seekers
'We had people jumping the fence, picking them, taking photos, flying drones over them.'
!['High energy and good vibes': 10 Questions with Shapeshifter](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'High energy and good vibes': 10 Questions with Shapeshifter
"Spread the love and the good vibes will always make for a good time."
Photos
![Anniversary of Battle for Chunuk Bair commemorated](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Anniversary of Battle for Chunuk Bair commemorated
A ceremony to honour the anniversary of the Battle for Chunuk Bair was held in Stratford on Thursday, August 8.
![2024 MOKNZ Stratford Novice Tournament](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
2024 MOKNZ Stratford Novice Tournament
Martial art students from across the country competed in the 2024 MOKNZ (Mas Oyama Karate New Zealand) Stratford Novice Tournament on Saturday, July 27. Photos / Alyssa Smith
![Egmont Village School Maketawa Museum visit](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Egmont Village School Maketawa Museum visit
Egmont Village School pupils enjoyed a visit to Taranaki's John Deere Maketawa Musem after winning The Hits and Brandt Stratford competition. Photos / Alyssa Smith
Rural news
![Sara's side hustle is blooming](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
![Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
![Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
Car news & advice
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![Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)
Mustang chief engineer Laurie Transou explains how Ford can continue with a pure-petrol V8
![Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie
Some company cars are better than others...
![Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs
The basketball legend’s ultra-rare Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 can be yours for a cool $1m.
OneRoof property news
![House-hunting for diplomats: I had one property turned down because of sniper fears](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
House-hunting for diplomats: I had one property turned down because of sniper fears
What ambassadors look for in a Kiwi home.
![Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes
"Oh my god, how did you come up with this idea?"
![Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells
"Mystery house on a hill" snapped up, but buyer and sale price remain a secret.
More Stratford news
![Stratford Croquet Club to stay put as relocation request denied](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Stratford Croquet Club to stay put as relocation request denied
Councillors voted unanimously to decline the club's request for space beside Wai o Rua.
![Diesel spill on SH3 between Inglewood and Egmont village causing delays](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Diesel spill on SH3 between Inglewood and Egmont village causing delays
Traffic management is in place while the road is cleared
!['We’re all brokenhearted' - friends rally for Kiwi killed in motorbike crash in Germany](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'We’re all brokenhearted' - friends rally for Kiwi killed in motorbike crash in Germany
A fundraising effort is underway to help the family.
![Ultimate Women’s Lifestyle Expo back in Taranaki](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Ultimate Women’s Lifestyle Expo back in Taranaki
Enter to win a double pass to the show as well as a goodie bag
![Whacky Kiwi favourite Badjelly the Witch is this year’s Glow Show](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Whacky Kiwi favourite Badjelly the Witch is this year’s Glow Show
Get ready to head to Bare Bottom Land these school holidays
![Birthday bash for Inglewood Library](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Birthday bash for Inglewood Library
Inglewood Library celebrates 100 years, still thriving at its original Rata St location.
![Award winning artwork on show at Percy Thomson Gallery](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Award winning artwork on show at Percy Thomson Gallery
Stratford is the first stop for the national touring exhibition.
![Cameras installed as parks face recurring vandalism](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Cameras installed as parks face recurring vandalism
"Mindless vandalism" is frustrating South Taranaki ratepayers and council workers.
![Council's swimming water quality report out](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Council's swimming water quality report out
83% of beach water samples in Taranaki are safe for swimming, council report says.
![Nominations open for environmental awards](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Nominations open for environmental awards
The council revamped the award categories to align with environmental goals.
![Rugby player earns 50th cap for Taranaki](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Rugby player earns 50th cap for Taranaki
Jayson Potroz has played on many fields, he said, but home will always be special.
![Taranaki mayors want more climate action](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Taranaki mayors want more climate action
The Taranaki Mayoral Forum chair Neil Volzke said there's a crossroads in climate change.