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'Paddocks black with ducks': Farmers want mallards classified as pests
Federated Farmers says ducks munching through crops are causing big problems.

Winston Peters on Marco Rubio, agriculture tariffs, and DEI
Winston Peters, Professor Keith Woodford, Michelle Sands, Chris Russell, Andrew Jennings.

Meat 'umamification' idea tops Dragon's Den competition
AgResearch senior scientist Renyu Zhang's idea makes use of lower-value product.
Car news and advice


Uber partners with Mevo and GVI to expand EV access for drivers
The ride-sharing giant has announced partnerships to expand EV availability to its drivers

Omoda Jaecoo parent company creates wild adventure SUV with extendable rear
New Journeo Concept converts into a luxurious mobile base camp.

GWM Haval H6GT plug-in hybrid offers 180km EV running, 1000km range
New PHEV isn't just cleaner, it's got over twice as much power as the standard version.
OneRoof property news

‘These guys are hoping for a miracle’ - Sellers warned as ‘cheeky’ flippers make a return
Agents have noticed a return of the quick flick.

Homeowners snap up nearby house for $4.15m after heated auction
Waterfront homes in Taupō’s most expensive suburb are in high demand.

Tony Alexander: How much can you expect house prices to rise over the next 30 years?
Will Auckland lag behind the rest of the country or soar ahead?
More Kapiti news

'He would have mowed down a lot of kids': Mother's fears after driver ploughs through primary school
'Had it been 10 minutes later, he would have mowed down a lot of kids.'

Fleeing driver ploughs through school grounds
The driver crashed through the gates and then continued across the grounds.

Raumati wins top award for engaging with communities at LGNZ ceremony
The Ōtaki, Waikanae, and Raumati community boards were all finalists.

Paraparaumu student’s design shines in fashion competition
Molly McGregor's design will be showcased at the Whitecliff College Graduate Showcase.

Artist tackles water quality issues with stunning mural
Drab alleyway gets splash of colour and a message on water quality.

Councillor not sure 'lavish' bus shelters with living roofs would be approved today, minister calls the shelters 'crazy'
A Paraparaumu Community Board member called it 'gold plated'.

Unauthorised deposit: Car smashes through front window of bank
Police said no injuries have been reported.

Cause of 'zombie fish' snapper illness still unknown
Tests are now being run in sick snapper for high levels of aluminium.

'Devastating': Home engulfed in flames north of Wellington
Emergency services attending blaze at Paraparaumu Beach property.

Company gifts charity prime position on rugby jerseys
Charity's important role gets a major boost.

Budding musician drops debut EP
Mia Adams says her love for music started when she won the Murchison Talent Show at age 5.

New toilets a colourful addition to Kāpiti
'That’s what my work is all about – celebrating places you see all the time.'

From containers to clubhouse: Surf clubhouse build starts
Stage one of the construction of new surf clubrooms in Paekākāriki is under way.

Last hurrah for ex-AB in club rugby
News the former All Black was playing a senior reserve club game spread fast.