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Labour demands National to reveal its cuts

The Labour Party says the government is asking Kiwis to vote for cuts without telling them where the axe will fall. “National has told New...

Off-duty officer catches violent shoplifter

An off-duty officer has helped nab a shoplifter after busting him attempting to leave a supermarket with a trolley full of groceries, say police. At...

National promises no new taxes

National is committing to no new taxes if re-elected on November 7, leader Christopher Luxon and finance spokesperson Nicola Willis confirmed today. “National believes that...

Labour’s economic growth plan

The Labour Party says it would grow the economy, return the books to a surplus by 2029-2030 and make sure hard-working New Zealanders can...

Family at the heart of JB’s Flooring Xtra

The “JB” behind JB’s Flooring Xtra is John Bannister, who began his flooring career at just 15 after leaving Waiuku College. Starting as a...

Top shot – Feathered Friend

The Pukekohe Franklin Camera Club (PFCC) has been in fine form recently. In addition to our showcase – see our arts pages for more...

Cartoon: King St skating

As solutions are being sought with regards to the slippery tiles on the footpaths along King Street, Pukekohe, this original illustration by Roger Smith...

Let’s make a difference for Kiwi kids: 90K in 90 Days Campaign

Arizto real estate agent Darren Szaszy hopes to raise $90,000 to make a difference in the lives of children across the country. “After 16 years...

Water rates a rising tide?

North Waikato ratepayers have been asked to be prepared for a shock as their first rates bills featuring IAWAI water service charges flow in. However,...

Vote for us – Z Good in the Hood

By Mai Lighthouse If you’ve filled up at Z Bombay recently, you may have noticed something a little different at the counter. A token....