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TSB Festival of Lights Wins National Award After Drawing 162,500 Visitors

New Plymouth's TSB Festival of Lights has won the top national event award, generating $23.1 million in economic impact and attracting over 45,000 out-of-region visitors.

Taranaki Hooker Bradley Slater Receives Urgent All Blacks Call-Up for South Africa Tour

Taranaki rugby standout Bradley Slater has been drafted into the All Blacks squad to replace the injured George Bell for the tour of South Africa.

Local Legends Honoured at New Plymouth District Council Youth and Citizens' Awards

One youth and ten citizens have been recognised for their outstanding community contributions at the annual New Plymouth District Council awards.

Four Arrested and 59 Infringements Issued in Taranaki Police Crackdown on Anti-Social Driving

Taranaki Police impounded vehicles, arrested four people, and issued dozens of fines during a weekend operation targeting dangerous driving and hostile behavior in the region.

Legal Letter Forces Restart of TSB and Heartland Bank Merger Consultation

A legal letter from Foy & Halse to Toi Foundation has forced a restart of the 28-day community consultation period for the proposed TSB and Heartland Bank merger.

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.

NPDC to Hold Extraordinary Meeting on Local Government Reforms and $1.3M Cost

New Plymouth District Council is meeting to decide on the Taranaki Future Local Government Programme, which could cost the council over $660,000.

Green Party Unveils 'Kiwipower' Energy Policy Targeting Fossil Fuels

The Green Party has launched an ambitious election energy policy proposing a state-owned power generator and a transition away from natural gas.

Government Scraps Council-Iwi Resource Management Agreements Ahead of RMA Reforms

The Coalition Government has blocked existing and pending Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreements from transferring into New Zealand's new planning framework.

Generous $20,000 Donation Unlocks Historic Taranaki Gazettes Online

A $20,000 donation from local residents has enabled the digitisation of 178 issues of the Taranaki Gazette, now searchable online through Puke Ariki.

Fitzroy Bakery Piccolo Morso Doubles Pie Sales After Viral 10/10 Review

Taranaki bakeries are experiencing a surge in customers after popular food influencer Kosmos rated several local pie shops during his nationwide tour.

NZ First Pledges $1 Billion to Map Offshore Oil and Gas Reserves

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has pledged an initial $1 billion to map the country's offshore oil and gas reserves if elected, focusing on energy security.

Taranaki Country Music Festival

The ANZAC Day Classic - New Zealand v Australia

Honey Half Marathon & 6K

New Zealand Pipe Band Championships 2026

Taranaki Multi Ethnic Extravaganza

TSB Festival of Lights