Person found dead in campground toilet in Taranaki
Emergency services notified of unresponsive person at Pātea Dam Campground about 1.10am.
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One person confirmed dead after car fire in Taranaki
Police say they don't know how the fire started.
'It just tore straight through': Tornado rips roof from Taranaki house
The property owner said that only his wife was home when it hit.
Watch: State highway 'bleeds' under traffic
Motorist Laura Ward said the highway had been resealed three times in the last six months.
Come rain or shine, New Plymouth delivers the goods
A little drizzle needn't ruin your weekend in New Plymouth.
Come rain or shine New Plymouth delivers the goods
A little drizzle needn't ruin your weekend in New Plymouth.
New Plymouth horse races moved due to vandalised track
An unknown substance was poured on the ground at the raceway.
Sex Outside the City challenges taboo to improve takatāpui health
Queer representation in heath messaging and services is lacking in the regions.
Lotto Powerball: Mystery winner yet to claim $24m jackpot
A New Plymouth resident is a whopping $24m richer after winning Lotto this weekend.
Kiwi dies in freak accident while rock climbing in Australia's Blue Mountains
Taranaki man Richard Mills is remembered by his family as a fun-loving free spirit.
'I'm not afraid of going to jail' - sexual predator to victim
The man had destroyed the lives of his victims, the Crown said.
Author pens Motunui Epa's epic journey across the globe
New book about five carved tōtara panels once hidden in a Taranaki
Two people dead following crash in Taranaki
State Highway 3 is expected to remain closed for several hours.
'Angry and heartbroken': Dog mauls 4-year-old's face 15 hours after family fostered it
The trust responsible for bullmastiff cross knew it had aggressive tendencies.
Wage subsidy fraud: Beneficiary poses as business owner, pockets $50k for drugs and gambling
Man squandered the money as fast as he falsely claimed it.
'Cut off': Woman who used stolen, forged prescriptions to get pills blames hospital
The doctor wouldn't give her a prescription so she helped herself to the forms.
Police name man killed while cycling in New Plymouth
The cyclist was Cameron McKay, 56, of New Plymouth.
Car crashes into garage, pins one person, traps another
The car careened off a street and into a garage where four people were gathered.
Offshore wind farm could bring hundreds of jobs, consortium says
She said their proposal's wind farm was "quite a bit larger" than any onshore operation
Remote working trend contributing to Taranaki property boom
Taranaki's house prices are up more than 10 per cent.
Two lucky Lotto winners $500,000 richer, Powerball hits $8m
A third player collected $200,000.
Crown apologises to Taranaki iwi over 'indiscriminate confiscation' of tribal lands
Treaty Negotiations Minister delivered the Crown apology to Ngāti Maru in Tarata today.
Crown apology to Ngāti Maru to be made today
Andrew Little is to deliver a long-awaited apology to the people of Ngāti Maru today.
One arrested after crashing into police car in Palmerston North
The offender fled the scene leaving a police officer with moderate injuries.
'Not in a good place': Former All Black caught drink-driving, four times over the limit
Carl Hayman told police he was depressed, grieving and suffering early onset dementia.
National ticketing system on the way for public transport
The National Ticketing Solution will be rolled out in stages, starting in Canterbury.
Woman attacked with tyre iron in carjacking by man who feigned flat tyre
She was parked on the side of the road when the offender pulled up, saying he needed help.
18-year-old arrested for Palmerston North jewellery burglary
He appeared in Masterton District Court and was remanded in custody to reappear on Friday.
Explained: The 'summer switch' about to bring warm days to NZ
After a chilly start, the back-half of October marks a slide into summery temperatures.
Hit-and-run: Driver flees after hitting boy, 5, on his scooter, sending him flying
Fleeing was an impulsive move that has been attributed to the driver's autism.
'Personal dispute': National MP quits role over battle with govt department
The MP and her family are involved in a 'personal dispute' with MPI.
'Horrific tragedy': Widow gives birth after husband's alleged murder
The newborn baby boy is the spitting image of his father, who he will never meet.
New Plymouth for gardeners, outdoorsy types and family fun
Why this Taranaki hotspot is perfect for a weekend getaway.
Man crushed partner between car and wall during heated argument
Instead of helping her after crushing her, the man kicked the woman and told her to go.