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          Photos: Trial safety makeover begins around New Plymouth Cenotaph
          Road Safety Trial

          Photos: Trial safety makeover begins around New Plymouth Cenotaph

          A 12-month trial makeover has begun around the New Plymouth Cenotaph to improve safety for pedestrians and drivers by making a section of Queen Street one-way.

          Tony Skilling1 month ago
          Generous $20,000 Donation Unlocks Historic Taranaki Gazettes Online
          Local History

          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.

          Tony Skilling2 months ago
          Inglewood's historic St Andrew's Church secures $100k heritage grant
          Heritage Funding

          Inglewood's historic St Andrew's Church secures $100k heritage grant

          Inglewood's historic St Andrew's Church is set to undergo a $4.2 million restoration and earthquake-strengthening project, aided by a $100,000 grant from NPDC.

          Tony Skilling2 months ago
          Photos: Taranaki Cathedral remediation project targets 2028 reopening
          Heritage Restoration

          Photos: Taranaki Cathedral remediation project targets 2028 reopening

          The Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary is undergoing a major earthquake strengthening project with plans to fully reopen in May 2028.

          Tony Skilling2 months ago
          Historical Time Capsule Discovered During Metro Plaza Demolition in New Plymouth
          Historic Find

          Historical Time Capsule Discovered During Metro Plaza Demolition in New Plymouth

          Demolition workers at Metro Plaza have uncovered a historic time capsule containing an old newspaper, a list of names, and a Devon Hotel menu.

          Tony Skilling2 months ago
          Taranaki Regional Council signs historic Waitara River agreement with Ngāti Maru
          Council Agreement

          Taranaki Regional Council signs historic Waitara River agreement with Ngāti Maru

          The Taranaki Regional Council has approved a landmark Joint Management Agreement with Ngāti Maru to establish a shared framework for environmental decision-making across the Waitara River catchment.

          Tony Skilling2 months ago
          Government Commits $8.6 Million to Complete Ngāmotu Marae Construction
          Marae Funding

          Government Commits $8.6 Million to Complete Ngāmotu Marae Construction

          The Government has announced an $8.6 million grant from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to complete the construction of Ngāmotu Marae in New Plymouth.

          Tony Skilling2 months ago
          Photos: Ngāmotu House redevelopment showcases cultural design
          Cultural Architecture

          Photos: Ngāmotu House redevelopment showcases cultural design

          The former Atkinson Building in New Plymouth has been redeveloped by Te Atiawa as Ngāmotu House, with an aluminium facade designed as a protective cloak.

          Tony Skilling4 months ago
          Photos: Metro Plaza demolition underway in New Plymouth CBD
          CBD Redevelopment

          Photos: Metro Plaza demolition underway in New Plymouth CBD

          The demolition of Metro Plaza in New Plymouth's CBD is underway, uncovering the Huatoki Stream and 100-year-old Oregon pine beams as part of a new green space project.

          Tony Skilling4 months ago
          Photos: New Plymouth Anzac parade and civic service
          ANZAC Day

          Photos: New Plymouth Anzac parade and civic service

          Photos from the 10am ANZAC Parade and Civic Service held at Queen Street and the Cenotaph in New Plymouth.

          Tony Skilling4 months ago
          Photos: New Plymouth Anzac dawn and wreath-laying services
          ANZAC Day

          Photos: New Plymouth Anzac dawn and wreath-laying services

          The New Plymouth ANZAC Dawn Service and Wreath Laying Service was captured in photos by Tony Skilling.

          Tony Skilling4 months ago
          Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger, Ōpunake-Born, Dies Peacefully Aged 90
          PM Passes

          Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger, Ōpunake-Born, Dies Peacefully Aged 90

          Jim Bolger, New Zealand's 35th Prime Minister and a Taranaki native, has died peacefully at 90, leaving a legacy of significant political reforms and public service.

          Tony Skilling11 months ago
          Te Ātiawa Papakāinga in Westown Offers Iwi Members Pathway to Home Ownership
          Iwi Development

          Te Ātiawa Papakāinga in Westown Offers Iwi Members Pathway to Home Ownership

          Te Ātiawa has built eight modern townhouses, Papapounamu, in Westown for Iwi members, providing secure, affordable rentals and a pathway to home ownership on Treaty settlement land.

          Tony Skilling1 year ago

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          David Lean Memorial Fund Announcement

          David Lean Memorial Fund Announcement

          Taranaki Media1 November 2025

          Places

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          Aotea Utanganui - Museum of South Taranaki
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Aotea Utanganui - Museum of South Taranaki

          Aotea Utanganui Museum of South Taranaki is a purpose-built museum that embodies the spirit and energy of the South Taranaki region.

          Aotea Utanganui The Museum of South/127 Egmont Street, Pātea
          Art By The Sea Studio
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Art By The Sea Studio

          Margaret's painting reflect living in Taranaki between the mountain and the sea. Her studio has a large range of originals, prints ,books and cards.

          25 Harbour View Road, Onerahi, Whangārei
          Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust
          Community Organisations

          Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust

          The Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust (CTSCT) was established in 2009 following the success of the Home Safety Project which saw thousands of smoke alarms installed in Central Taranaki homes. Since 2009, CTSCT have been working on: Central Tar...

          43 Miranda Street, Stratford
          Coastal Arts Trail
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Coastal Arts Trail

          Explore the art galleries, museums, and open studios of Taranaki, Whanganui and Manawatū. The Coastal Arts Trail follows a pulse of creativity running through these three regions, and gives you insight into the lives and inspirations of the artists and creatives living here.

          102 Buller Street, CBD, New Plymouth
          Dairymaster
          Other

          Dairymaster

          A world leader with local operation in the rural heartland of Stratford, Dairymaster develops high performing dairy equipment for farmers. Their innovative solutions are aimed at making dairy farming more profitable by reducing long-term costs and...

          76 Juliet Street, Stratford East
          Fenton Street Arts Collective
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Fenton Street Arts Collective

          Fenton Street Arts Collective is GIN, ART and ESPRESSO.

          11 Fenton Street, Stratford
          Finders Keepers Taranaki
          Home & Furniture

          Finders Keepers Taranaki

          Upcycled, Preloved, Reloved, Retro, Antique & Pallet Wood Furniture & Homewares

          161 Raleigh Street, Brixton
          For Fossils Sake
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          For Fossils Sake

          For Fossils Sake is a small family business, led by avid, self-taught Paleontologist, fossil collector and preparer, Karl Raubenheimer. Our hope is that For Fossils Sake inspires you to cherish and explore the natural world with curiosity and wonder.

          Tangarakau Road, Tāngarākau
          From out of the blue studio gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          From out of the blue studio gallery

          Viv Davy draws on her lifelong experience in the textile and fibre arts world to bring an exciting range of artists specialising in these field into the gallery as exhibitors. Many of them take tim...

          18 Halse Place, Ōpunake
          Fun Ho! National Toy Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Fun Ho! National Toy Museum

          The Fun Ho! Toy Museum displays all Fun Ho! toy models. Fun-Ho! Toys made on site regularly. If the toy-maker is in-house, you are welcome to watch him in action. If the furnace is fired up, you are welcome to watch him make the toy of the day.

          25 Rata Street, Inglewood
          Gallery Pātea
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Gallery Pātea

          Pātea's community art gallery features exhibitions by local and national artists.

          56A Egmont Street, Pātea
          Goldsmith Workshop - Silver Ring
          Tours & Experiences

          Goldsmith Workshop - Silver Ring

          You will be guided by qualified goldsmiths through the whole process of creating your own rings for each other. A very personal gift idea and experience that will have you work in a traditional goldsmith studio.

          109 Surrey Hill Road, Kaitake
          Goldsmith Workshop Tour
          Tours & Experiences

          Goldsmith Workshop Tour

          60min goldsmith demonstration and studio tour. Min of 2 people, max of 12. $40ea

          109 Surrey Hill Road, Kaitake
          Gover St Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Gover St Gallery

          Gover St Gallery is an independent, not-for-profit community art gallery showcasing artwork by over 120 artists under one roof.

          19 Gover Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Govett-Brewster Art Gallery

          Striking destination for contemporary art & experimental film in a towering, modern space. A culturally significant institution dedicated to filmmaker and kinetic sculptor Len Lye, as well as contemporary exhibitions.

          New Plymouth
          Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre

          The Govett-Brewster Art Gallery is New Zealand's contemporary art museum and the home to artist Len Lye's multi-media art work. The public art museum offers free access to contemporary ideas from Aotearoa New Zealand and the world.

          42 Queen Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Hillsborough Holden Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Hillsborough Holden Museum

          A 10-minute drive from New Plymouth is a stunning purpose-built facility for the display of a private collection of Australian Holden cars and memorabilia.

          683 Egmont Road, Hillsborough
          Janes Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Janes Gallery

          Janes Gallery offers you over 30 years of street appeal with a large selection of Taranaki scenery by local artists.

          33 Gover Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          KD's Elvis Presley Private Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          KD's Elvis Presley Private Museum

          This extensive collection of Elvis memorabilia is regarded as one of the largest in Australasia and has been lovingly collected by ‘KD’ Wasley over a lifetime.

          51 Argyle Street, Hāwera
          KINA NZ Design + Art Space
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          KINA NZ Design + Art Space

          Kina NZ Design + Art Space is passionate about New Zealand creativity and supports NZ-made art and design.

          101 Devon Street West, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Kina NZ Design + Art Space

          Located in New Plymouth, this contemporary design store and art gallery features glass art, ceramics, jewellery, sculpture, prints, paintings, and homewares.

          New Plymouth
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Koru Pa

          Te Koru Pa is regarded as one of the most important pa in the Taranaki region and is believed to date to 1500 AD

          Whalers Gate, Kaitake
          Koru on Koru Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Koru on Koru Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden

          A contemporary art gallery and garden featuring New Zealand and local artists.

          Whalers Gate, Kaitake
          Lysaght Watt Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Lysaght Watt Gallery

          A community art gallery is situated inside the Te Ramanui o Ruapūtahanga building in Hāwera, presenting curated exhibitions that change monthly.

          121 High Street, Hāwera
          Maketawa Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Maketawa Museum

          Maketawa Museum is a collection of 2-cylinder John Deere tractors from 1935 to 1959.

          Mountain Road, Norfolk
          Maria Brockhill Clay Art
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Maria Brockhill Clay Art

          Te Ātiawa, Ngāti Ruanui, Ngāti Maniapoto, Tauranga Moana Tribes

          13 Tiromoana Crescent, Bell Block, New Plymouth
          Mark Bellringer Artist at The Bank Eltham
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Mark Bellringer Artist at The Bank Eltham

          Mark Bellringer Artist - Painting and photography AND The Bank Eltham - Design store

          51 Bridge Street, Central, Eltham
          Mb landscape & design
          Landscaping

          Mb landscape & design

          MB Landscape & Design is based in Stratford and backed by 15+ years of experience. Fully qualified, we provide a complete range of services including hard landscaping, soft landscaping, tailored design, and ongoing maintenance. Whether it’s buildi...

          2 Surrey Street, Stratford
          Moratti Agri
          Other

          Moratti Agri

          We offer a full range of on-farm services. Hay and silage baling, maize silage, fine chop and Loader wagon pit silage, cultivation and pasture renovation, fodder beet planting, liquid fertiliser application, hedge mulching and effluent pond cleani...

          16 Richmond Street, Inglewood
          Mount Panorama Mini Putt
          Tours & Experiences

          Mount Panorama Mini Putt

          Test your golf skills on our Mini putt Golf course based on the layout of the famous Mount Panorama track at Bathurst.

          683 Egmont Road, Hillsborough
          Mōkau Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Mōkau Museum

          Mōkau Museum was formed by the Tainui Historical Society more than two decades ago to record and preserve the rich history of northern Taranaki.

          33 North Street, Mokau
          On The Coast Art Karen Dey
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          On The Coast Art Karen Dey

          I am a self taught artist working mainly in acrylics on canvas.

          18 Halse Place, Ōpunake
          Percy Thomson Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Percy Thomson Gallery

          The award-winning Percy Thomson Gallery is named after the former Stratford mayor, lawyer and farmer who left a significant bequest in his will to be used towards the establishment of a public art gallery.

          Prospero Place, 56 Miranda Street, Stratford
          Puke Ariki
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Puke Ariki

          Puke Ariki is a multi-award winning museum, library, and information centre that combines learning, knowledge, resources, and heritage objects for a unique visitor experience.

          1 Ariki Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Quest New Plymouth Apartment Hotel - Studio Apartment
          Hotels & Motels

          Quest New Plymouth Apartment Hotel - Studio Apartment

          Our light-filled Studio Apartments pair hotel convenience with home comforts: plush King bed, kitchenette, Smart TV and free WIFI. Ideal for solo travellers or couples. Three units are fully mobility-friendly for accessible stays too.

          21 Currie Street, CBD, New Plymouth
          Quest New Plymouth Apartment Hotel - Two Bedroom Apartment
          Hotels & Motels

          Quest New Plymouth Apartment Hotel - Two Bedroom Apartment

          Two Bedroom Apartments connect a Studio and One-Bedroom suite, creating room for five: three Smart TVs, two full bathrooms, two equipped kitchens, private laundry, free WIFI and separate living zones - ideal for families or business teams.

          21 Currie Street, CBD, New Plymouth
          Quirky Fox
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Quirky Fox

          Showcasing established and emerging creative talents, Quirky Fox invites both local and international artists to be part of its carefully curated range.

          162 High Street, Hāwera
          RESIDENT GALLERY
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          RESIDENT GALLERY

          RESIDENT GALLERY, is the recent response of a Nomadic Artist [milarky] adapting to a societal shift in the inability to effectively hold nomadism as the fundamental aspect of a practice.

          91d Devon Street West, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust
          Parks, Gardens & Playgrounds

          Rotokare Scenic Reserve Trust

          Rotokare Scenic Reserve is a stunning, nationally significant 230 ha fenced sanctuary located 10 km east of Eltham. The 8.2 km predator-proof fence was erected in 2004 and acts as a barrier to pests immigrating from surrounding farmland. The reser...

          365 Sangster Road, Rawhitiroa
          Shabby Retro
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Shabby Retro

          Gallery and Retro Business

          102 Bridge Street, Eltham
          Stott & Co Tree Experts
          Landscaping

          Stott & Co Tree Experts

          Stott & Co Tree Experts are a boutique arborist business servicing Stratford, Hawera, New Plymouth, Waitara and in between. We pride ourselves on our customer service, leaving our clients sites cleaner than they were when we arrived and our except...

          Stratford
          Stratford Community House
          Community Organisations

          Stratford Community House

          Stratford Community House provides a place from which primarily social services, can be delivered to residents of Central Taranaki district. It also offers office and meeting space for casual use by individuals or small groups. It represents a sh...

          52 Juliet Street, Stratford
          Sum1else Drives
          Other

          Sum1else Drives

          Companion driving service and taxi service for Stratford and surrounding districts.

          Stratford Region
          TATATM (Taranaki Aviation Transport and Technology Museum)
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          TATATM (Taranaki Aviation Transport and Technology Museum)

          TATATM preserves Taranaki’s past for the enjoyment of future generations.

          Kent Road Off State Highway 3, Burgess Park
          TET Kings Theatre
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          TET Kings Theatre

          The Historic Kings Theatre has been a part of the Stratford Community for more than 100 years. It is a versatile Theatre and Cinema with the capability of seating 320 patrons. The Theatre is available for hire by arrangement, for Special screening...

          213 Broadway, Stratford West
          THE JEWEL AND THE JEWELLER
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          THE JEWEL AND THE JEWELLER

          THE JEWEL AND THE JEWELLER is a New Plymouth-based, public facing contemporary jewellery workshop which sells stunning works crafted by 26 of the most exciting makers in Aotearoa.

          91c Devon Street West, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          TSB Bank Bowls New Zealand Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          TSB Bank Bowls New Zealand Museum

          The game of lawn bowls is enjoyed by thousands throughout the country but surprisingly this is the only registered museum in the world dedicated to the game.

          Brooklands Road, Brooklands, New Plymouth
          Venues

          TSB Bowl of Brooklands

          An iconic natural amphitheater situated in Pukekura Park, bordered by a picturesque lake. It hosts major international acts and the annual WOMAD festival.

          Brooklands Road, Brooklands, New Plymouth
          TSB Showplace
          Venues

          TSB Showplace

          The TSB Showplace in New Plymouth, Taranaki, is the region’s main theatre and conference venue. The main venues at the TSB Showplace are – TSB Theatre (formerly the New Plymouth Opera House), Theatre Royal, Bryan Robb Lounge and the Alexandra Room.

          92/100 Devon Street West, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Tantrum Studio
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Tantrum Studio

          Tantrum studio is a home-based studio of Manaia artist, Krismarlianti. Kris uses acrylic, oil, and charcoal on canvas to express her feeling and thoughts.

          30 Ngatai Street, Manaia
          Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary's
          Faith Communities

          Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary's

          New Zealand's oldest stone church, Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary's is currently closed for earthquake strengthening, but still offers a very photogenic facade.

          37 Vivian Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Taranaki Country Music Hall of Fame
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Taranaki Country Music Hall of Fame

          In the small town of Manaia is a museum that brings you face to face with the country music legends of our time.

          11 Surf Highway, Manaia
          Taranaki Pioneer Village
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Taranaki Pioneer Village

          Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of our pioneers from the 1850s to the 1950s. Experience their daily hardships and discover how their resilience shaped the way we live today.

          Mountain Road, Cardiff
          Tawhiti Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Tawhiti Museum

          Widely regarded as the best private museum in NZ, Tawhiti Museum features thousands of life-size models and scale figures to tell Taranaki’s history. Attractions include Traders & Whalers, Tawhiti Bush Railway, Farmpower Hall & Mr Badger’s Cafe.

          Tawhiti Museum 401 Ohangai Road, Hāwera
          Te Whare Hononga
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Te Whare Hononga

          Te Whare Hononga, meaning "The House That Binds," is a creative partnership between Ngati Te Whiti hapū and Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary, focusing on justice and reconciliation.

          37 Vivian Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          Team HOPE Charitable Trust
          Charities & Food Support

          Team HOPE Charitable Trust

          We are a local charity based in Stratford called Team HOPE (HOPE standing for – Helping Our People Endure). Team HOPE came about from a group of friends who originally wanted to do something to help a local girl who has on-going medical illness. O...

          Stratford
          The Art Loft Taranaki Studio Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          The Art Loft Taranaki Studio Gallery

          The Art Loft is a gallery and studio shared by a collective of artists.

          41 Brougham Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          The Brown Bach Studio
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          The Brown Bach Studio

          The Brown Bach Studio is the home based studio of Opunake artist-designer Claire Jensen.

          29 Hickey Place, Ōpunake
          The Collaboration
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          The Collaboration

          Philippa, Anna and The Collaboration Village are bringing you Aotearoa’s best small businesses, designers and art exhibitions to one space in New Plymouth’s CBD.

          83 Devon Street East, CBD, New Plymouth
          The Gables Colonial Hospital Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          The Gables Colonial Hospital Gallery

          Within the historic Gables Colonial Hospital is the North Taranaki Art Society Gallery.

          26 Brooklands Park Drive, Brooklands, New Plymouth
          The Historic Cape Light and Museum
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          The Historic Cape Light and Museum

          The Historic Cape Light and Museum features a replica lighthouse housing the 1850s Fresnil Prismatic Light that powered the Cape Egmont Light until 1999.

          Bayly Road, Warea
          The Village Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          The Village Gallery

          The Village Gallery is a vibrant and busy community art gallery, which is entirely run by volunteers.

          166 High Street, Eltham
          The Wheelhouse
          Community Organisations

          The Wheelhouse

          We are a single point of contact for Taranaki trusts, clubs, societies & community organisations to help them grow stronger & become sustainable. In other words we are all about helping good people do good things better. We provide opportunities t...

          New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
          The White Sail Gallery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          The White Sail Gallery

          The White Sail Gallery is owned and run by local artist Jill White.

          35 Ocean View Parade, Port, New Plymouth
          Vicarage Pottery
          Arts, Culture & Heritage

          Vicarage Pottery

          Vicarage Pottery is a potters collective located in the historic Te Henui Vicarage building.

          288 Courtenay Street, Strandon, New Plymouth