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National | Missing Persons

Whānau of missing man Jayleb-Che remain unshaken in their search and faith

More than 60 days since Jayleb-Che Dean was last seen, his whānau remain steadfast—returning to Waiotapu, sharing posters, praying nightly, and vowing to keep searching.

5 hours ago

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Rāhui extended after 322ha burnt in second Tongaririo National Park fire

A month after a 3,000ha fire at Tongariro National Park, a new blaze has erupted. The rāhui has been extended as crews battle a merged fire that has burned 322ha.

7 hours ago

Kaikōura’s world heritage backers address confusion

Kaikōura’s bid to join DOC’s tentative World Heritage list aims for cultural and natural values without new regulations, preserving iwi authority and guiding future nomination.

12 hours ago

Sacred Takapuna Beach pōhutukawa faces removal after consent win

Takapuna’s 400-year-old sacred pōhutukawa faces removal after consent approval, despite iwi opposition and expert advice to retain it; advocates seek reversal amid equity concerns.

16 hours ago

Whānau celebrate North Canterbury kura rebuild

Te Kura o Tuahiwi opened a new whare and classrooms after delays, boosting capacity to 250. Leaders credit perseverance; next steps include admin upgrades and support for immersion paths.

2 days ago

Murihiku’s waters warming faster

Waters are warming in Murihiku Southland at higher rates than elsewhere, with implications for fisheries and habitats.

3 days ago

Politics

Regional | Tongariro

Rāhui extended after 322ha burnt in second Tongaririo National Park fire

Politics | Resource Management Act Reform

RMA shake-up: Māori input ‘minimal’ under new planning rules

Politics | Mariameno Kapa-Kingi

Mariameno Kapa-Kingi resolute on her return to Parliament

National | Missing Persons

Whānau of missing man Jayleb-Che remain unshaken in their search and faith

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Murihiku’s waters warming faster

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Mariameno Kapa-Kingi resolute on her return to Parliament

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