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Conservation efforts boost numbers of rare coastal birds in Taranaki
The tūturiwhatu and ōi were almost extinct at one stage, but now seem to be thriving up and down the coastline. Audio
New Plymouth's rough sleepers back car park solution
But they are warning a police crackdown on their behaviour in the CBD will push them into neighbourhoods, where people "moan" about them.
Car park suggested as temporary space for town's homeless
A derelict nightclub and a former 1870s prison have been ruled out.
Quake rules may create a 'ghost town', locals say
"If we were to action all this now you'd just about bulldoze the whole town?" Audio
'Oh, hell no': Crash survivor furious at new speed limit on highway
Trevor Dodunski understands the consequences of a head-on crash better than most. Audio
Long-lost historic NZ motorcycle found fully restored in Australia
The 350cc Norton Manx was ridden by Kiwi Ken Mudford to victory at Ulster's Dundrod Circuit in 1953.
Javanese puppets steal show at Shakespeare Festival
An organiser says the two theatre styles share common themes.
Police to take more action against 'lawless' homeless people, mayor says
Neil Holdom told an invite-only forum the problem was getting worse.
'Our kids are very resilient' - Kura kaupapa staff thankful for support after van accident
Eleven students were injured in the crash.
Taranaki crash: Children discharged from hospital
Most of the 11 children injured in a crash between a van and a car in South Taranaki have been able to leave hospital.
'One or two people of these people ... may well be dead before winter ends.'
New Plymouth District Council votes to approve funding for new homeless shelter
Council to vote on whether to fund rough sleeper shelter
The YMCA has offered its central city building as a shelter location for the growing number of people who are homeless in New Plymouth.
Conservation Minister signals changes to Wildlife Act
Tama Potaka says he's 'not worried' updates might lead to a free pass for developers to kill protected species.
Despite resistance NPDC pushes on with dedicated cycle lanes
New Plymouth is pushing on with the installation of dedicated cycle lanes despite funding cuts and ongoing resistance from some businesses and residents. Video
Much-debated sports hub marks significant milestone
The Tūparikino Active Community Hub, the first phase of which was due to be complete in late 2027, would operate alongside New Plymouth Raceway.
Taranaki firm's 'can-do' approach wins over billion-dollar Australian miners
An engineering company is hoping an multi-million dollar contract is a sign of things to come.
Councillors vote down move to clear city of rough sleepers
It would've prohibited anyone occupying a space in the CBD for two hours or more after dark, unless permitted to do so.
Urgent surgery for woman forced to 'scrounge up' for private ultrasound
The New Plymouth woman was told she would have to wait six months under the public system. Audio
South Taranaki farmers say drought is worst in more than 40 years
MetService's Hāwera weather station has recorded just 123mm this summer - a little over half what it normally gets.
Taranaki radiology services nearing 'crisis' mode
An acute shortage of radiography staff at Taranaki Base Hospital means patients are waiting months longer than they should be for critical scans to diagnose cancer and other serious conditions.
'Rough sleepers' warned to remove belongings or risk confiscation
Their belongings are obstructing footpaths in the New Plymouth's CBD.
Womad visitors invited to try ancient Māori martial art
Hosted at Te Paepae - the cultural heartbeat of the festival - groups of about 20 at a time are being encouraged to connect with te ao Māori through games and drills.
Hospital staff to meet over shortages delaying appointments, scan results
The meeting follows an RNZ story about a New Plymouth woman who waited a month for the results of a semi-urgent pelvic ultrasound.
Mt Messenger bypass blows budget, gets funding boost
The controversial Mt Messenger Bypass project on State Highway 3 has received a funding boost after a $10 million budget blowout. Audio
Ultrasound delay leaves woman feeling like a 'ticking time bomb'
A New Plymouth woman says a month-long delay in getting the results of a "semi-urgent" ultrasound left her feeling like a "ticking time bomb". Audio
