New Zealand Newspapers

A giant remembered

The Wairarapa and Bay of Plenty communities are this week mourning the loss of Nelson Rangi, known as a man whose wisdom spanned generations and cultures. Rangi, whose full name was Nelson Francis Rangitakaiwaho, died in his Masterton home on...

7 candidates enter board race

Seven candidates will contest the Rotorua Lakes Community Board byelection, with voting to open next week. The byelection is being held to fill two empty seats on the fourperson board after too few candidates were nominated during last year’s local...

Shabby buildings in the spotlight

BUSINESS

‘There’s nothing sad about sunflowers’

A Raincliff couple is hoping for second-time lucky with the weather as they prepare to open their 1-hectare sunflower paddock to the public to raise money for a neighbouring community camp. For the second year in a row, Kylie and Brychan Morgan are...

A journey to one of the world’s top surf spots

Schools avoid teacher gaps

While some New Zealand regions are starting the year scores of teachers short, Nelson and Tasman District appears less badly hit. But local school principals warned they were not “out of the woods” regarding the teacher shortage, with few suitable...

We didn’t build them

Whitebaiters are worried they could be held liable for stands they use but did not build on a waterway near Blenheim after the Marlborough District Council ordered their removal. Retiree John Ward became aware of the takedown notice in October, when...

Desperate dig for survivors

Desperate families could only wait and hope as rescuers searched for people, including children, missing after torrential rain and devastating landslides in the upper North Island yesterday. In Tauranga, rescuers were digging in search of survivors...

Music stops for record shop

The closure of Palmerston North’s only dedicated record store is not due to a lack of support from local music lovers, says its owner, who has decided running his business across two cities is not viable in the current retail climate. Vinyl Room in...

Frantic dig for missing

Desperate families could only wait and hope as rescuers searched for people, including children, missing after torrential rain and devastating landslides in the upper North Island yesterday. In Tauranga, rescuers were digging in search of survivors...

Loved dad lost at sea

The Hawke’s Bay father who died while diving near his home was a humble and caring man, says his daughter. Peter Walker, 69, was found in the water off Wainuiorangi Rd on the Mahia Peninsula late on January 11. He was an experienced swimmer and diver,...

Mayor calls for interim CEO

New Plymouth District Council could have an interim boss for up to a year after the sudden resignation of chief executive Gareth Green just before Christmas. That scenario will be put before the council on Thursday at its first meeting of the year and...

Campers flee as slip

Rescue efforts were last night continuing in Mount Maunganui and Welcome Bay Rd as people remain unaccounted for after “one in 100-years” landslides came down on homes and holidaymakers. Several people, including children, are feared buried in Mount...

New emergency management site for Manawatū-Whanganui

Manawatū-Whanganui Emergency Management Group is excited to launch its new website, giving people in the region another trusted source of information before, during and after emergencies. Horizons Regional Council manager emergency management Chay...

Family trapped on roof as water tears through home

A mother has described her traumatic experience of being trapped on the roof of her “creaking” home with children desperate to be rescued from rising floodwaters. Huia Ngatai climbed on to the roof of her Te Araroa home as floodwaters overwhelmed...

Aust coach Whitfort joins Southern Steel

Highly rated Australian netball coach Jess Whitfort will bring plenty of experience to the Southern Steel this season. Whitfort, from Queensland, arrived in Invercargill on Wednesday to link up with head coach Wendy Frew, creating a formidable pairing...

Deluge cuts off towns

The severe weather has heavily impacted parts of the North Island this week, including the Waikato region. Coromandel, Hauraki and parts of Matamata-piako District were particularly hit hard, with the weather forcing evacuations and triggering...

Bring us an offer

Tucked away in a sought-after location, this home offers sun-splashed living, four bedrooms, study area, and two bathrooms. Its smart three-level layout is all about easy living. Drive directly into your garage, move upstairs to the first floor to the...

Rain causes road closures

Parts of the Far North remained under close watch yesterday after MetService upgraded Northland’s heavy rain warning to red, triggering road closures, restricted access and the opening of an emergency operations centre in Kaikohe. MetService issued...

With TV Guide Journalist Sarah Nealon

Have you had a chance to read about about the local TV programmes coming your way? If not, turn to page 4. There is an exciting line-up of shows for 2026. I’m delighted some of my favourites are returning and I’m looking forward to new offerings like...

Solid gold

Warm tones in a limestone spine lend this estuary-side property priceless presence.

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Destination park changes hands

Over the course of 34 years, a former quarry has been transformed into a place of recreation and inspiration and become a Waikato visitor attraction. John and Dorothy Wakeling created the Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum in the 17.5ha...

Quiz

1. The world’s biggest boy band, BTS – from South Korea – announced a global tour, following a four-year break caused by A) burnout; B) getting married and having children; C) military service; D) going to uni? 2. NZ’s highest suspension bridge,...

BACK TO SCHOOL COSTS

The real price of your child’s education

HOW WE TRAVEL

Because it is important for our journalists to have first-hand experience, it can be necessary to accept assistance from travel operators. However, we never promise positive coverage in return.

Transform your home with wallpaper

Wallpaper is back, and isn’t going anywhere, transforming plain walls throughout the country into captivating focal points. No longer just a roll of repeating patterns, today’s wallpaper offers everything from immersive murals to tactile surfaces that...

‘Tsunami’ of changes

Discussions included the council’s focus on ensuring staff numbers were “fit-forpurpose”, proposed changes to the Resource Management Act (RMA)and balancing her mayoral title with her new role as president of Local Government New Zealand...

New Year Joy

Anew year carries its own kind of unspoken promise that life can feel fresh again. This new energy isn’t something that appears automatically at midnight but rather cultivated, perhaps it’s a shift in thinking and the willingness to release what weighs...

Avofest brings summer vibe

The Katikati Avo Fest returned on Saturday 11th January, bringing big tunes, fresh flavours, and the essence of summer to the Uretara Domain. A standout on the local summer calendar, the festival celebrated New Zealand’s Avocado Capital with live...

Safe shelters to help homeless

A combination of fabrication know-how, a tragic loss of a rehabilitation centre, and seeing local homelessness at first hand has prompted a local man to action a micro-camper business idea. Joel Beven has launched the first prototype of Shelter3, a...

RISING BUYER ACTIVITY SIGNALS MARKET OPPORTUNITY

Recent months have seen improving buyer turnout and more realistic vendor expectations, particularly from first-home buyers and owner-occupiers. Well-presented properties tend to attract strong enquiry, while homes needing significant work or priced...

FROM FLUFFY TO FIERCE!

How cute snowy owl chicks grow up to become powerful predators

HOMEGROWN CUT FLOWERS

Fabulous flowers (especially dahlias!), fantastic upcycling & a flying fox off-the-grid in Eketāhuna • A quirky & creative Oamaru garden full of art & colour • Meet the volunteers replanting native trees along Ōtaki River • Brewing peach-flavoured...

ON THE COVER

Colourful design enlivens this home on Waikanae Beach – see page 24. Photograph by Paul Mccredie

Blueberry banquet Savoury ways with summerʼs sweetie

SUMMER STYLE ESSENTIALS

CHORIZO EMPANADAS, CHIMICHURRI VERDE, CHICKEN FLAUTAS, KINGFISH PASTRAMI, PRAWN QUESADILLAS, SNAPPER CEVICHE, TUNA TOSTADA, STRAWBERRY & TOMATO SALSA, PORK KEBABS, SMACKED CUCUMBERS, STEAK LIKE TARTARE, ROASTED PRAWNS, PLUM & MANGO MOCHI, STRAWBERRY &...

FROM THE EDITOR

If you need your footy hit over summer, then watch some sevens, either live or on the box. As I write these words, we are rejoicing that both our national sevens team have, for the first time since early 2024, both won the same tournament. The All...

Wow Factor On Waitoetoe Road

Welcome to 78a Waitoetoe Road. This beautifully presented property offers a diverse mix of flat-to-rolling coastal land, providing both excellent usability and impressive visual appeal. A central race system forms the backbone of the farm layout, with...

Wellington Market Update

Chris describes this year as “a gradual burn” - a market that has reacted quickly to both positive and negative news, but is now beginning to pull through. The recent OCR cut has also provided a welcome lift for buyers. “Every little bit helps,” he...

The smart home seller’s guide:

Selling your home now means navigating A Buyers’ market. With more properties listed than there Are Active Buyers, the power shifts. Buyers can Be more selective, And homes may take longer to sell. In this climate, your choice of real estate company...

What does the market want?

Fonterra, NZ Merino, Atkins Ranch and more weigh in on the changing customer demands and farmers’ efforts to match them

50+ HOMEGROWN RECIPES

• Vibrant salads • Outdoor cooking • Sharing plates • Dips & nibbles • Sweet treats • Cordials, mocktails & cocktails

Fonterra brands gone

Farmer shareholders have said yes to selling off iconic brands to French dairy giant.

DYNAMIC DUO

Universal Cranes recently took delivery of New Zealand’s first two 10x4 S-Ways – one rigid and one tractor unit. A factory-built configuration with competitive tare weight, fitted with Fassi cranes, they are a strong addition to the company’s...

WHAT'S INSIDE?

Rethinking the urban dream What liability law changes mean for landscapers Environmental impacts of compacted soil

Winter a strategic time to buy, sell

When the temperature drops and the days shorten, many buyers and sellers assume the property market hibernates, so they wait for spring to look or list. But for the savvy, winter offers unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers in the real...

Winter a strategic time to buy, sell

When the temperature drops and the days shorten, many buyers and sellers assume the property market hibernates, so they wait for spring to look or list. But for the savvy, winter offers unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers in the real...

Melanie Bracewell

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