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Kiwi racing driver’s narrow road to the top
She made history in 2023, winning at Indianapolis with an all-female team.
Latest from Stratford
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
NZ's LNG import plan could cost up to $1b, report reveals
Smaller LNG options would cost more per gigajoule but need less infrastructure.
The rise of Rosmini's 'Horse': Young star gallops to scoring benchmark
Braden Morley scored 30 points in Rosmini’s 40-7 win over Massey High.
'Actively exploring options': Genesis eyes new fast-start plant
Genesis plans a new fast-start plant at Huntly of up to 100MW by winter 2027.
'That's what a true blue doco is': Why Lisa Burd's new film comes with a content warning
A boots and all tribute to the women saving rugby.
'Blown away': Taranaki teen's heartfelt gesture for childhood friends with cancer
Emmett Lawrence is fundraising for Amelia and Bodhi Neil, who both have cancer.
Wellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemployment
Wellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.
School's shearing and woolhandling contest a hit
The school held its own version of the iconic Golden Shears championships.
School farm course sees 120 students flock to agriculture
The farm has 30 sheep and includes a two-stand shearing shed.
'Our planning laws are a mess': Top CEO on 'whims and fancies' stopping big projects
Mike Fuge says that is not appropriate when we have such an important job ahead
On The Up - 'Truly humbling': NZ teacher's four decades of inspiration
At 62, he's taught the children and grandchildren of former students.
'Predator': Ex 'vice-president' of NZ republic was serial sex offender
Bryan Ramage sexually and indecently abused three youngsters, repeatedly raping one.
The EV summer road trip is an exercise in joy and techno-tantrums
A cranky driver's quest to see if the EV can ever make for a great Kiwi road trip.
Last stretch of metal road on NZ’s state highways finally sealed
Contractors finished 12km of tarseal through Tāngarākau Gorge on SH43.
Why Contact’s new gas contract is crucial for NZ’s energy future
Gas prices have risen over 50%, impacting electricity generation costs.
Police investigating unexplained death of man in Stratford
The man was found dead about 11.15pm.
'Distressing situation': Bus drives off, strands 15yo in North Island town during toilet stop
The boy's mother needed to make a four-hour round trip to collect him.
'Free spirit' killed in Stratford car crash named as family pays tribute
The 22-year-old died in a crash on Mountain Rd.
Opinion: A year of change and challenges for our community
Govt faces challenges in 2024 with recession and protests as councils focus on LTP reviews
Carl Bates: Christmas under the mountain - a year on
MP Carl Bates reflects on the year that was 2024.
Taranaki drivers on podium
There was plenty of racing action at the speedway track on Saturday night.
Stratford Press bids farewell, celebrating community and history
Opinion: The enduring legacy of local stories in the Stratford Press.
One dead and seven injured in two-car crash on State Highway 3
The Serious Crash Unit was at the intersection throughout the night.
'I’ll shoot you': Barricaded man fired at police during 14-hour siege
An officer feared for his life when the gunman pointed the firearm directly at him.
Sculptures to tell iwi history on Forgotten World Highway
Five works will bring focus to the cultural significance and tūpuna history of the area.
Time to spring forward: Daylight saving starts this Sunday
Change clocks this Sunday; remember to check smoke alarm batteries too!
Serious injuries after rubbish truck and train crash
SH3 was blocked and motorists were advised to find alternative routes
Central District's new police commander welcomed with pōwhiri
The pōwhiri was attended by Ngāti Ruanui representatives, police and local students.
