Latest from Taranaki

Tribunal asked to halt seabed mine fast-track
South Taranaki hapū and iwi are seeking a tribunal injunction to block the process.

6yo believed among two dead in boat capsize off Taranaki
Three people were on board the boat when it got into trouble off the Pātea coast.

'Horrific tragedy': Two dead after boat capsizes off Pātea coast
One survivor was plucked from the water as rescue crews recovered two bodies.

Rescuers search for two people after boat capsizes near Pātea
One person is being treated while the search continues for two others.

Shed emerges as winner at architecture awards
'The jury understood that it’s not only about the building, it’s a vessel for teaching.'

Caution as councils called to declare on seabed mine
Taranaki representatives debate opposing seabed mining amid mounting pressure.

'Really shook me': Council calls out abuse from public
'This behaviour is deeply concerning.'

School's shearing and woolhandling contest a hit
The school held its own version of the iconic Golden Shears championships.

Nixon seeks third term as South Taranaki mayor
'We need to keep growing our district, but make it affordable.'

Man of many committees receives King's Birthday Honour
“You want a happy successful society and you have to contribute in your own small way.”

Jailed 'cold-blooded' killer still denies stabbing German hitchhiker 20 years ago
Michael Scott Wallace is now eligible for parole after murdering Birgit Brauer in 2005.

Preserving native bush and local history on the 'perfect farm'
Former South Taranaki mayor's conservation efforts on his family's dairy farm.

5000ha solar and wind project near Whanganui one of country's biggest
Meridian Energy is planning up to 45 wind turbines and 100ha of solar panels.

Budget 2025: Urgent, after-hours healthcare boost for South Taranaki
The funding aims for 98% of Kiwis to access urgent care within an hour's drive.

Councillor urges united front against Taranaki seabed mining
A 3000-signature petition has been presented to the Whanganui and New Plymouth councils.

Glimmer of hope for Chateau Tongariro restoration as former lessee accounts for $5m provision
A door may be opening at the Chateau: Hope for repair funds and operator interest.

Government axes vulnerable patient helpers
From July there will be no more money to pay healthcare guides across the country.

Caution urged over cryptic USBs planted in public spaces
Police confirmed the USB sticks contain religious messaging.

South Taranaki town to host National Basketball League
Mayor Phil Nixon hopes this will give a boost to hospitality and accommodation businesses

'Bittersweet': Coastguard receives award for missing diver search
In March 2024, Coastguard South Taranaki searched for over six days for the missing diver.

Whanganui netball season opens with new courts and programmes
The David Jones Premier competition starts on Monday.