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Stories

Summer roadworks planned for State Highway 43 as storm repairs wrap up

NZTA Waka Kotahi is shifting its focus to long-term resilience on the Forgotten World Highway, with summer construction planned to target vulnerable sections.

Tony Skilling2 weeks ago

Photos

Photos: Hollard Gardens family day out near Stratford

Hollard Gardens offers garden trails, rare and endangered plants, and a family play area near Stratford.

Tony Skilling3 weeks ago

Retail Ban

New World Stratford reverses ban on uniformed High School students

Stratford New World has now reversed a ban on uniformed Stratford High School students from entering the store unless accompanied by a parent, caregiver, or teacher.

Tony Skilling3 weeks ago

Police News

Man charged after firearms and drugs seized during Stratford traffic stop

A 37-year-old man faces multiple charges after Taranaki Police seized a 3D-printed firearm, a shotgun, ammunition, and drugs during a routine traffic stop in Stratford.

Tony Skilling1 month ago

Business News

Contact Energy and CDC Partner to Explore 250MW Data Centre in Stratford

Contact Energy and CDC Data Centres have announced a joint venture to explore building a massive 250-megawatt data centre in Stratford, potentially creating hundreds of jobs.

Tony Skilling1 month ago

Police Update

Man in custody following firearms incident in Stratford

A man is in custody and schools were placed into lockdown as a precaution following a firearms incident on Oberon Street in Stratford.

Tony Skilling1 month ago

Community News

On The House completes major infrastructure upgrade at Bell Block hub

Taranaki food rescue charity On The House has expanded its capacity with a new electric refrigerated truck and a massive walk-in freezer.

Tony Skilling1 month ago

Travel Alert

Earthquake and Heavy Rain Cause Slips and Road Closures on SH3 and SH43

Heavy rainfall and an earthquake near Taumarunui have triggered multiple slips, closing State Highway 3 at Awakino Gorge and State Highway 43.

Tony Skilling1 month ago

Council Reform

South Taranaki and Stratford Councils Back Two-Council Model for Reform

South Taranaki and Stratford district councils have voted to support a two-council model for local government reform, rejecting a single region-wide authority.

Tony Skilling1 month ago

Statue Recovered

Stolen Inglewood Pink Panther Statue Recovered by Police

Police have arrested three people and recovered Inglewood's beloved Pink Panther statue after it was allegedly stolen overnight.

Tony Skilling2 months ago

Energy Sector

Sunda Energy applies for offshore petroleum exploration permit in North Taranaki

UK-based Sunda Energy has applied for a petroleum exploration permit off the North Taranaki coast, marking the sixth application since the offshore exploration ban was lifted.

Tony Skilling2 months ago

Council Reform

NPDC to decide on fast-track local government reform timeline

New Plymouth District Council will hold an extraordinary meeting to choose its strategic direction and timeline for the Taranaki Future Local Government reform programme.

Tony Skilling2 months ago

Community Event

Photos: Puanga event underway at Stratford War Memorial Hall

The Puanga event is underway at the Stratford War Memorial Hall, featuring lighting displays, kids crafts, fire poi, and food trucks.

Tony Skilling2 months ago

Election 2026

NZ First Selects Lee Smith to Contest Taranaki-King Country Electorate

New Zealand First has selected former Groundswell spokesperson and dairy farmer Lee Smith to contest the Taranaki-King Country electorate in the upcoming election.

Tony Skilling2 months ago

Regional Development

Hempcrete Identified as Key Commercial Opportunity for Taranaki Hemp Industry

A new development plan by Venture Taranaki highlights hempcrete construction as the most immediate commercial opportunity for the region's emerging hemp fibre sector.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Public Survey

NPDC Launches Survey to Shape the Future of Local Government in Taranaki

The New Plymouth District Council has opened its 'Shaping Taranaki's Future' survey, inviting residents to share their views on upcoming local government reforms and structure.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Local Politics

Taranaki Leaders Unite to Oppose Government's Disability Support Services Bill

The Taranaki Mayoral Forum has sent an urgent letter to the Government opposing key aspects of the proposed Disability Support Services Bill over concerns of cost-shifting to ratepayers.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Police Appeal

Police Appeal for Information Following Serious Two-Vehicle Crash in Toko

Taranaki Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 43 in Toko that left one person critically injured.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Election 2026

Labour Unveils 2026 Party List: Glen Bennett Well-Placed for Parliamentary Return

The Labour Party has released its list for the 2026 election, placing former New Plymouth MP Glen Bennett at number 25, virtually guaranteeing his return to Parliament.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

World Champion

Stratford Axeman Jack Jordan Wins Fourth Consecutive World Trophy and Sets New World Record

Stratford-born axeman Jack Jordan has claimed a historic fourth consecutive Stihl Timbersports World Trophy title and set a new world record time of 50.84 seconds in Hungary.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Community Project

Construction Begins on New Stratford Park Equestrian Centre

Work has officially started on the new equestrian centre at Stratford Park, marking a major milestone in the Stratford A&P Association's long-term community development plan.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Bank Merger

Public Consultation Opens on Proposed $620 Million TSB and Heartland Bank Merger

Taranaki residents have four weeks to submit feedback on a proposed $620 million merger between TSB and Heartland Bank, with public consultation now open.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Rates Increase

Stratford District Council Adopts Annual Plan with 5.9 Percent Rates Rise

Stratford ratepayers face a 5.9 percent overall rates increase following the adoption of the 2026/27 Annual Plan, driven largely by rising water and wastewater service costs.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Project Update

Stratford Park Motorsport Facility Plans Abandoned Due to Operational Restrictions

The Taranaki Motorsport Facility Charitable Trust has ceased attempts to develop a motorsport facility at Stratford Park, citing unviable noise and access restrictions.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Local Democracy

Taranaki Councils to Vote on Government's Head Start Local Reform Pathway

All four Taranaki local authorities will hold extraordinary meetings to decide whether to join the government's voluntary Head Start pathway for local government reform.

Tony Skilling3 months ago

Elections

Voting opens for Taranaki Electricity Trust board elections with twelve candidates

Voting has officially opened for the Taranaki Electricity Trust board elections, with twelve candidates competing to manage millions of dollars in community grants.

Tony Skilling4 months ago

AmeriCARna

Photos: AmeriCARna 2026 across Taranaki

AmeriCARna 2026 has kicked off in Taranaki, featuring convoys traveling through New Plymouth, Stratford, Hawera, Waitara, Inglewood, and Opunake Beach.

Tony Skilling6 months ago

AmeriCARna Hāwera

AmeriCARna rolls into Hāwera with muscle cars, markets, and high-octane displays

Hāwera is gearing up for a massive afternoon of American muscle cars, live music, markets, and the thrilling Acceleration Display as the AmeriCARna convoy arrives.

Tony Skilling6 months ago

Heritage Rail

Heritage 'big red train' returns to Taranaki for AmeriCARna weekend rail experiences

Steam Incorporated's iconic heritage train is returning to Taranaki to offer a series of scenic rail journeys alongside the AmeriCARna festival from 26 February to 1 March.

Tony Skilling8 months ago

Race Night

Stratford Speedway: Ramp Demolition Derby and Champs Race Tonight

Stratford Speedway roars to life tonight with the Ramp Demolition Derby featuring 26 cars, alongside the Repco Taranaki Superstock Champs and Zodiac Signs Taranaki Minisprint Champs.

Tony Skilling8 months ago

Local Event

Photos: Royal A&P Show in Stratford

Highlights from the Royal A&P Show held in Stratford.

Tony Skilling9 months ago

Community Initiative

On The House Opens Stratford Free Store to Rescue Food and Support Community

Taranaki food rescue charity On The House is opening its fourth Free Store in Stratford on November 5, providing local residents with access to surplus food that would otherwise end up in landfill, while also reducing emissions and water wa

Tony Skilling10 months ago

Weather Alert

Photos: Heavy downpour hits Stratford amid New Plymouth flooding reports

A heavy downpour hit Stratford, while flooding was reported at Centre City in New Plymouth.

Tony Skilling1 year ago

Videos

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The Farmer's Grill: Stratford Slow-Smoked BBQ

Taranaki Media2026

Stratford Speedway Ramp Demolition Derby

Taranaki Media28 December 2025

Stratford Christmas Lights 2025 Highlights

Taranaki Media23 December 2025

Stratford Christmas Lights 2025 Extended Tour

22 December 2025

Stratford Christmas Parade 2025

Taranaki Media28 November 2025

Snow Around Stratford and Central Taranaki

Taranaki Media2021

Places

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Restaurants

Stratford Mountain Restaurant

Relaxed rooms in a mountain lodge with a restaurant, a bar & a cafe with a terrace. A highly rated dining spot on Mount Taranaki known for its excellent food, friendly service, and alpine atmosphere.

Stratford