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‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roasted
The comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.
‘No fluke’: Proposed rates rise far below forecast
It has taken 'a lot of hard work' to get there.
‘It’s etched in my brain’: Mum recalls moment she was run down, crushed against wall
'By that point, there was no time to move. I looked at the ute, I’m like ‘f*** I’m dead’.'
Lotto Powerball: One very lucky punter $5.3 million richer
Big wins continue for Lotto players in 2025.
Karl Puschmann took his kids to Womad. ‘You should too’
Opinion: 'Womad is the perfect event to expand young (and old) minds.'
A Mongrel Mob teen’s court lies in a murder case and a two-year police probe
He gained his Mongrel Mob patch before sentencing but told the court he had cut ties.
New Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?
It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.
Two dead in two-vehicle crash blocking SH3 near New Plymouth
The fatal accident occurred on Main North Rd near Ohanga Rd.
Juicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4m
One ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'.
New Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winners
An inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.
Why mau rākau workshops captivated Womad festival attendees
Mau rākau helps youth manage emotions and connect with their cultural identity.
'Felt sick': New Plymouth woman wins $1.5 million in Lotto Strike
The woman normally buys her tickets in person but ran out of time so tried MyLotto.
Woman raped in game of truth, dare or command
Judge: 'He set out this night to have sex with this young woman'.
High school teacher who groomed two students can now be named
The Whanganui teacher was sentenced to home detention last year.
Health NZ apologises over woman’s month-long wait for ultrasound results
A New Plymouth woman's ultrasound results were delayed for a month.
‘Never had a blind person’: Uproar after small-town museum bans woman's guide dog
The museum near New Plymouth says it was a misunderstanding and apologised.
Watch: Rescue helicopter responds to New Plymouth crash in which four people seriously injured
Emergency services were called to the scene of the two-vehicle crash in Burgess Park.
Over 21 million people engaged with the Te Matatini 2025 festival online
Why Te Matatini 2025 was a landmark event for kapa haka enthusiasts
‘The waiata goes into my ears and out my eyes’: Te Matatini magic
Te Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue won Te Matatini 2025 with a standout performance.
It’s a busy weekend in Auckland with classic cars, movies, Pride and more
Here's how to spend the first weekend of autumn.
‘Spread kindness’: Good Bitches Baking bring skills to prisons
'If a ‘swear word’ in our name helps get people to think about our message, that's a win.'
The big stage: Te Matatini’s top 12 head to finals showdown
Saturday's finals will begin at 8.30am, with prizegiving after 5pm.
Woman who gave birth on AirNZ plane planned to deliver at Te Matatini
A family member of the mum says she was in labour for 12 hours before boarding.
From Hawaii to Aotearoa: A legacy of passion and performance
Tama Ali’i Halvorsen has made his seventh pilgrimage from Hawaii to NZ for Te Matatini.
‘Phenomenal’: Te Matatini hailed by First Nations visitors
Thirty First Nations people from Canada joined the festival in New Plymouth.
‘Remembering and honouring’: Kapa haka pays tribute to Māori Battalion
Te Taumata o Apanui featured stars like Rob Ruha and Ria Hall.
‘Desperate conditions’: Drought crisis hits Taranaki farmers
The Government is providing $30,000 to rural support groups in Taranaki.