Force is with friendly neighbour
Star Wars fan Darren Mordecai has found a novel way of introducing himself to his new community. Photo: Ruwade Bryant...
Taking a hit for their Kaumātua
Kaumaatua Maehe Maniapoto, Kitty Barrett, Brenda Bennett, Russell Wilson at Mana Tangata Boxing (MTB) gym in Hamilton. Photo: Supplied Charity...
Thick socks and cardigan a homegrown finalist in national art prize
Priscilla McIntosh’s portrait of herself in a cardigan and thick socks has reached the finals of the Adam...
Tourism towns draw the short straw
In just 45 minutes, hundreds of plastic drinking straws were collected from a stretch of Queenstown’s lakeshore by environmentalists last...
Mother mourns after memorial site vandalised
Launa-Anne Smith remembers her son Lani-Kohurangi Gore. Photo: Tamara Thorn A Tokoroa mother is grieving after a memorial site to...
Hamilton beauty takes title
A Hamilton-born film student Zara Gilbert has claimed the title of Miss Congeniality in the 2016 World Teen Supermodel Beauty...
Blog breaks stigma of food allergies
Christina Stewart cooks as much as possible to ensure she gets the nutrients that she needs. Photo: Supplied A blog called...
Student beats breakdown with music
James Brodie, 20, loves music above all else. Photo by: Natesh Behl A man flattened by a nervous breakdown...
Forget Founders Theatre, build a new CBD theatre say city experts
Founders Theatre (top) and city experts (bottom, from left): Professor of Environmental Planning Iain White, Antanas Procuta of PAUA Architects,...
Stories of Anzac
Stories unfolded and were retold, friendships rekindled and military might displayed during Anzac Day 2016 celebrations on Monday 25 April....
Free birthday bash marks two decades for 4 & Rotary
An S15 Silvia, driven by Graeme Smythe, performing a drift at Meremere Dragway.Photo: Ruwade Bryant. One of New Zealand’s largest...
Paeroa College waka ama newcomers make top 10 at champs
Taking To Water: Paeroa College girls gaining their placing at the 2016 National Secondary School Waka Ama Championships. Photo: Waka...
House rental prices rise in Tokoroa
HOUSE PRICES RISE: Tokoroa Ray White business owner Jenny Lamberton says there has been a shortage of rental properties....
Dave Dobbyn to speak at Wintec Press Club
CALL ME LOYAL: Dave Dobbyn is the guest speaker at the next Press Club free lunch extravaganza. Photo credit: Newstalkzb....
Andrew Little sees role for Labour Party in council elections
Andrew Little talks to local party supporters. Photo: Dileepa Fonseka Andrew Little appeared supportive of greater Labour party involvement in...
Students caught in tense quiz play-off
FUTURE STUDENTS: Salma Dennis, Morgan Garton and Oskar Howell get 9 out of 10 in our class news quiz. Photo:...
Vardon school trip encourages children to collaborate
SMILING FACES: Eva Orton (year 6) and Jamie Shaw (year 6) enjoyed the activities at Karāpiro Lake. Photo: Sharnae Hope...
Tatuanui School shows off bumper pumpkin crop in Harvest Festival
Pumpkin Wars: Some of the largest pumpkins grown by students up for judging at Tatuanui School. Photo: Jess Meek Tatuanui...
Rookie cricketers on the cusp of glory
CHAMPIONSHIP CONTENDERS: The HBHS eighth XI have somewhat unexpectedly found themselves in the final of their cup challenge. Photo: Dylan...
When it’s dark out
CAPACITY CROWD: Excited fans wait to enter the Logan Campbell Centre to see Jhene Aiko, G-Eazy, and David Dallas Photo:...
Māori and Pasifika students create connections through Te Kete Kōrero
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVqkY9Ax1Y&feature=youtu.be Wintec-based magazine Te Kete Kōrero is looking to expand its audience in its sixth issue. Te Kete Kōrero is a free...
Trust moving towards battling dementia in Hamilton
MUSIC MOVES ME TRUSTEES: Kath Woodley (centre) and Vicki Jones (right) with fellow trustee Helen McGann. Photo supplied. Two women...
Tokoroa High School Service Academy takes on a new experience
HAPPY CAMPERS: Isha Kaur, Taine Karepe and Shaneya Ihaka had a great time at camp. Photo: Tamara Thorn Working...
Vet warns of failed microchips
BEST FRIENDS: EmJay Dette of 'Loose Leash Girls' with Nizmo Photo: Rachel Binning A Wellington vet is encouraging all...