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Study aims to understand impact of wind turbines on marine mammals
Taranaki Offshore Partnership will deploy detection devices in the South Taranaki Bight.
Latest from Taranaki
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Migrant caught repeatedly masturbating in public blames being 'lonely and homesick'
He claimed to be massaging a 'sore testicle' before admitting to pleasuring himself.
Anniversary of the Battle of Chunuk Bair
A wreath-laying ceremony took place in Stratford, Taranaki on August 8, marking the anniversary of the Battle of Chunuk Bair. Video / Ilona Hanne
Police hunt for woman linked to Facebook scams and on the run
Police ask for the public's help finding Ashleigh Houston, believed to be in Manawatū.
'Bled through her clothing': Dad pulls pupil out of school over strict bathroom rules
The school is defending a 'no toilet during class' rule.
Ex-sports star threatens to share woman's nude pics
Woman repeatedly asked New Zealand representative to delete images.
'A nightmare': Heroic neighbour recounts efforts to save slain teen after Taranaki fight
A 25-year-old man has been charged with murder over the incident.
From budget advice to Foodbank for Gloria Corkill
Gloria Corkill has clocked up nearly half a century of service for her community.
Promising young rugby league player killed after Taranaki altercation
A 25-year-old man has been charged with murder over the incident.
Rugby mates covertly film threesome with woman, then shared it on Snapchat
One of the men plays representative rugby and argued a conviction may impact his career.
Woman calls police after mistaking ‘realistic’ sex doll for body on beach
'I sort of saw one of the cops nudge it with his foot', says stunned dogwalker.
Taranaki to Dubai: Kiwi reveals what life is like as an Emirates flight attendant
The young Kiwi shares the highs and lows of her massive move.
New freshwater rules opposed
Taranaki Regional Council is worried the new rules may backfire.
25yo charged with murder after teen dies in Taranaki
Police remain at address of altercation to conduct scene examination.
Tent erected outside garage, homicide probe launched after man dies from fight injury
Emergency services were called to the Waitara home after midnight.
Taranaki teen headed to Italy for world ice swimming champs
She's a world record breaker and now she's off to Italy to represent NZ, and she's only 16
Man accused of murdering his wife on Valentine’s Day unfit to stand trial
Levonne Kaye Wensor, 48, was found dead at her New Plymouth home in February 2022.
First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
New Zealand's best First XV rugby venues
What makes a good First XV rugby venue? We rank the best ones.
Woodburner fee leaves residents in the cold
South Taranaki District Council has almost tripled its woodburner consent fee.
Eid Mubarak: Hundreds attend community Eid celebration
Over 250 people enjoyed celebrating the festival together.
'You or your mum:' Boy woke next to grave dug by dad, told to choose who was going in
More than a decade of man's 'monstrous' violence against partner and son comes to an end.
Team-mates band together for tough rowing challenge
The Moana Dogs will take to the seas in a gruelling challenge next year.
2024 Taranaki Bulls squad named
The squad includes seasoned players, new signings and young talent.
Shane Jones enticing mining businesses back to New Zealand
Ngarara Exploration wants a prospecting permit for vanadium
'Screaming for his life': Violent home invasion after brothers booted from Halloween party
A girl hid under her blanket on the floor after windows were smashed around her.
Mum wants g-string bikinis banned from public pool
The mum claimed the bikinis were 'pornographic' and not appropriate for family spaces.
Taranaki powerlifter on top of world
Ashleigh Hoeta now heads to Turkey where she’ll take on the best arm wrestlers.
'Foolish' dealer filmed himself cooking meth, couriering drugs and cash
Now Kodee Kee-Sue has been jailed for more than 13 years.