Catherine Groenestein

They're called upon for lots of community celebrations, but this weekend members of the Hāwera Highland Pipe Band are celebrating a milestone of their own.

Taranaki's biker border collie is about to embark on her first really big adventure, touring the North Island in a custom-made motorcycle side-car.

Catherine Groenestein Spanish wind farm developer Bluefloat has cited competition for the seabed off the South Taranaki coast as one of the reasons they're pulling out of New Zealand.

Eltham is getting an early Christmas present - a new dentist to take over when Wendy Pitman retires after 41 years.

Developers of offshore wind farms and tidal energy platforms will have unique challenges in Aotearoa, according to a scientific paper published on Friday.

For nearly 60 years, Stratford has been the centre of speedway in Taranaki but you might be surprised to learn the town also boasts the country's largest radio-controlled speedway club.

Three South Taranaki teenagers have proven they are among the world's best, after winning medals at the recent Jiu Jitsu world championships in Japan.

Waverley's new fire chief grew up with fire sirens, and her deputy has proved a fast learner.

The driest season in nearly 50 years has farmers near Manaia in South Taranaki fearing they could run out of water in summer.

Sharing cultures and fun together is the goal of a large sporting event planned in Hāwera.