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![Opinion: Councils don't have a magic money tree - but central govt does](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=816)
Opinion: Councils don't have a magic money tree - but central govt does
OPINION: Central govt pockets about $300,000 per new home in taxes - for no money down.
![Whanganui-born, Taranaki-based Shakespeare scholar uncovers The Bard’s philosophy](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=816)
Whanganui-born, Taranaki-based Shakespeare scholar uncovers The Bard’s philosophy
Roger Peters has published numerous books about his findings.
![Editorial: School attendance matters](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=816)
Editorial: School attendance matters
OPINION: Turning up is the key to a successful school year
![Mexico sojourn motivation for debut single](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=816)
Mexico sojourn motivation for debut single
A New Plymouth singer-songwriter has released her first song.
![The seven mayors who have already been elected unopposed - and their six-figure salaries](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=816)
The seven mayors who have already been elected unopposed - and their six-figure salaries
It's an all-consuming job, says Stratford Mayor Neil Volzke.
![Rural Ward candidates share their views](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=816)
Rural Ward candidates share their views
Candidates discuss climate change and the three qualities they bring to the table.
Sport news
![Stratford premier men's and women's team win matches](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Stratford premier men's and women's team win matches
Stratford was named the 2024 Taranaki Hockey Club of the Year.
![Streltham Netball team wins premier 3 finals](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Streltham Netball team wins premier 3 finals
Coach Karina Lewis said the team culture was a big factor in the win.
![Taranaki teen headed to Italy for world ice swimming champs](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Taranaki teen headed to Italy for world ice swimming champs
She's a world record breaker and now she's off to Italy to represent NZ, and she's only 16
Property news
![Standoff between builders and council over new consent rules](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Standoff between builders and council over new consent rules
Stratford builders say guidelines suddenly being implemented by council delaying projects.
![Papakāinga plans could hinge on iwi-council relationship](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Papakāinga plans could hinge on iwi-council relationship
Current rules largely restrict papakāinga to be integrated with marae.
![Flood of consents: Iwi seek resources to support relationship](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Flood of consents: Iwi seek resources to support relationship
Hearing told iwi and hapū need money to help decide and monitor consents.
Lifestyle news
![Womad 2024: Meet Vanuatu's treehouse troubadour](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Womad 2024: Meet Vanuatu's treehouse troubadour
Womad artist Tio says he'll take audiences on a cultural and spiritual journey.
!['Private property': Maize border keeps out sunflower selfie-seekers](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
'Private property': Maize border keeps out sunflower selfie-seekers
'We had people jumping the fence, picking them, taking photos, flying drones over them.'
!['High energy and good vibes': 10 Questions with Shapeshifter](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
'High energy and good vibes': 10 Questions with Shapeshifter
"Spread the love and the good vibes will always make for a good time."
Photos
![Anniversary of Battle for Chunuk Bair commemorated](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Anniversary of Battle for Chunuk Bair commemorated
A ceremony to honour the anniversary of the Battle for Chunuk Bair was held in Stratford on Thursday, August 8.
![2024 MOKNZ Stratford Novice Tournament](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
2024 MOKNZ Stratford Novice Tournament
Martial art students from across the country competed in the 2024 MOKNZ (Mas Oyama Karate New Zealand) Stratford Novice Tournament on Saturday, July 27. Photos / Alyssa Smith
![Egmont Village School Maketawa Museum visit](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Egmont Village School Maketawa Museum visit
Egmont Village School pupils enjoyed a visit to Taranaki's John Deere Maketawa Musem after winning The Hits and Brandt Stratford competition. Photos / Alyssa Smith
Rural news
![The science behind Dannevirke's odourless shelter of steaming cow poo](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
The science behind Dannevirke's odourless shelter of steaming cow poo
A farmer uses the manure from its 650-cow-shelter to make its own fertiliser.
![Bay of Islands invasive caulerpa battle gears up with $10m boost](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Bay of Islands invasive caulerpa battle gears up with $10m boost
World-leading caulerpa eradication trials are taking a major step forward.
![Liquidators appointed to investigate Waitonui Group](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Liquidators appointed to investigate Waitonui Group
The company operates three large dairy farms - one in Taupō and two in North Otago.
Car news & advice
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Volkswagen Golf GTE PHEV review: from I to E
Is the Volkswagen Golf GTE really a plug-in hybrid alternative to the legendary GTI?
![Aston Martin Vanquish: brand's fastest, most powerful front-engined V12 to date](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Aston Martin Vanquish: brand's fastest, most powerful front-engined V12 to date
Move over DBS, the Aston Martin Vanquish is back... with a brand new V12.
![2024 MG HS: new look, conventional values](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
2024 MG HS: new look, conventional values
A conventional compact SUV, but the 2024 MG HS is a solid step up.
OneRoof property news
![Revealed: The hidden costs of buying a luxury home in NZ - could you afford a $100,000 rates bill?](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Revealed: The hidden costs of buying a luxury home in NZ - could you afford a $100,000 rates bill?
The mortgage is just the start of it.
![‘Yuck’ South Auckland home back on the market after unbelievable transformation](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
‘Yuck’ South Auckland home back on the market after unbelievable transformation
Overgrown deceased estate unrecognisable after 8-week renovation.
![Overseas owners of quake-damaged home get $1m surprise](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Overseas owners of quake-damaged home get $1m surprise
They abandoned the Christchurch property 14 years ago.
More Stratford news
![News from the Whangamōmona republic](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
News from the Whangamōmona republic
Whanga rules in thrilling rugby and netball games.
![Taranaki Ayrshire Club season results](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Taranaki Ayrshire Club season results
The dinner celebrates members' success over the 2023-2024 season.
![Mental health issues raised as man appears in court charged with murdering his relative](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Mental health issues raised as man appears in court charged with murdering his relative
A 60-year-old man died in an alleged family-harm incident in Pātea at the weekend.
![Central District's new police commander welcomed with pōwhiri](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Central District's new police commander welcomed with pōwhiri
The pōwhiri was attended by Ngāti Ruanui representatives, police and local students.
![Neil Volzke: Unfunded mandates push rates up](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Neil Volzke: Unfunded mandates push rates up
OPINION: A new way forward is needed when it comes to the rates funding model.
![Action-packed boxing night coming to Stratford](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Action-packed boxing night coming to Stratford
Organiser James Langton said online voting is a step forward for New Zealand boxing.
![Man charged with murder after 60-year-old dies at Pātea property](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Man charged with murder after 60-year-old dies at Pātea property
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.
![Taranaki a clear winner at gin awards](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Taranaki a clear winner at gin awards
It's two out of three for Taranaki, with two of the top gins distilled in the region.
![From garage to global: John Burling’s TrackGrip takes North America by storm](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
From garage to global: John Burling’s TrackGrip takes North America by storm
Judges praised TrackGrip's simplicity and inventive design.
![Taranaki Regional Council stick with status quo on Māori constituency](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Taranaki Regional Council stick with status quo on Māori constituency
Under new legislative change, councils must decide on the wards by September 6.
![Toko School supporting Stratford Daffodil Day](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Toko School supporting Stratford Daffodil Day
School staff and pupils planted 500 bulbs for Stratford Daffodil Day.
![Police launch Pātea homicide investigation after man dies at property](/https/www.nzherald.co.nz/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=816)
Police launch Pātea homicide investigation after man dies at property
Despite efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.