Leanne Warr is Editor of the Bush Telegraph.
Leanne Warr has been a journalist since 1996 when she joined the Levin Chronicle, becoming the first reporter for the Kāpiti News in 1997. She rejoined NZME in 2021, working as the Dannevirke reporter for Hawke’s Bay Today before taking on the role as editor of the Bush Telegraph. Leanne has also written several novels (under a pseudonym) and two non-fiction books. She has a Bachelor of Arts (English and history), a Bachelor of Communication Studies (Journalism) and Graduate Diploma in Arts (Psychology).
White Ribbon: 20 years in New Zealand opening up conversations around family violence
The 25th of November is marked as White Ribbon Day around the world.
'Bowl the toll' - residents march to protest toll proposal
The voices of protest could be heard on the streets of Woodville.
Celebrating 30 years of helping rangatahi in district
The service grew out of a need to do something about teens' antisocial behaviour.
Under pressure: The 'perfect storm' in primary health care
'Perfect storm' leaves GPs struggling.
'All about attitude' - Jamie Strang rows across Cook Strait
Jamie Strang on rowing, and raising money for Farmstrong.
Ballance meeting over proposed Makomako windfarm near Pahiatua gets heated
More than 100 residents turned up to the windfarm information evening.
Pukaha celebrates life of much-loved feathered friend
Kahurangi was the only North Island kokako held in captivity.
Why are some services disappearing in rural communities?
I get it's not financially viable to have banks open every day but not everyone is online.
MP believes racing industry could benefit from breeding
List MP David Bennett talked to Dannevirke's National supporters about racing.
‘An incredible privilege:’ Legend of Okatia told in new book and music
A local kaumātua played a part in the retelling of a local legend.
One hundred days in, still a long way to go for Tararua's recovery
A lot of work is going on behind the scenes.
Two men, a Mini and a police pursuit: Original Goodbye Pork Pie back on Dannevirke screens
The movie became a Kiwi classic. A Dannevirke man was determined to bring it back.
Dannevirke firefighters' goal to help those fighting health battles
Dannevirke firefighters did themselves proud at the Sky Tower.
Ōringi bridge repairs to get under way early June
Waka Kotahi is still waiting for the go-ahead to repair a bridge damaged in March.
Dannevirke's Elske Centre to close after 24 years
A centre that once provided a valued service for older people is closing.
Taking a trip down memory lane at Norsewood School
Lynn Kirkland taught at Norsewood School 50 years ago.
Temporary repairs on Dannevirke's troubled dam to be conducted in early June
Temporary repairs under way as dam experiences leakage of 20 litres of water per second.
'I don't like them going up at all': Dannevirke Community Board divided over proposed rates rise
Dannevirke Community Board discussed submission on annual plan.
Norway Day connecting people with Scandinavian heritage
Aaron Torkilsen wanted to get in touch with his heritage.
Wairarapa MP Kieran McAnulty talks rates, water reforms and investment in Tararua
Keiran McAnulty says he's been advocating quite strongly for support for Tararua.
‘He was my whole life’: Mum creates fairy garden to remember 4-year-old killed in crash
Chloe Foster visited a clearing near to where Dylan died and realised it was 'perfect'.
'They will get there.' Tararua District farmers supported through cyclone recovery.
It has been a tough three months since the cyclone.
‘I'm not losing my home’: Resident says 13% rates increase would be final straw
“What are we supposed to do? Lose our houses?”
Dannevirke shop sells first division Lotto
Dannevirke Four Square owner is thrilled for a Lotto winner.
"I've always been just delightfully me from day one." Jackie Clarke goes prima diva in Norsewood
Jackie Clarke will pay homage to the great divas of the past in her upcoming show.
A right royal celebration in Woodville
There was a special guest at Tararua District's ceremony for the coronation.
Tararua District will get the royal treatment for the coronation
Dannevirke's High Street will be decked out for the coronation.
Museum looking for stories on Ormondville lockup
What went on behind the walls of Ormondville's lockup?
Demolishing the past: Carnegie Building awaits decision on its future
Tararua District Council is yet to discuss plans for the site of the Carnegie building.
Tararua District Council proposes 13 per cent rates increase
Tararua District Council urges public to give feedback on Annual Plan.
Armageddon a big hit for Rose
Rose Lamont met the actor who plays Agent Stone at the Armageddon expo.
The Anzac speech written by ChatGPT, and what it means for modern warfare
Richard Short used artificial intelligence to make a point, and to urge caution.
Community conversations being held on cyclone recovery plan
Tararua District Council is holding sessions on cyclone recovery.
Kiwi ingenuity - pieces of washed-away bridge recycled for new footbridge
It was going to cost more than $150,000. Then contractors came up with a simple solution.
The estate agent paid 30 pigs for selling a property
The retiring Kerry Sutherland once made a deal that he'll never live down.
Get going, going, gone at the Dannevirke smallholders auction
People can bring in almost anything they want to, from farm equipment to the kitchen sink.
Heavy rain warning for Tararua Range
Up to 130mm of rain is expected until early tomorrow morning.
Work to begin on temporary access to Marainanga Gorge
Contractors are working on repairs to the road through Marainanga Gorge.
Traffic delayed by bridge repairs but no detour in place
While the bridge is down one lane locals have come up with an unofficial peak time detour.
Fears over speedsters along Dannevirke's High Street
Road safety issues debated, and who is responsible for the state of Tararua's reserves?
“Ultimate sacrifice”: The airman who never returned home
A relative of a World War II airman wants to ensure he's never forgotten.
Top shearer's remarkable recovery from horror farm accident
Dave Buick knows he's lucky to be alive after a horrific accident.
Tararua District a focus of repairs for flood protection
More than $9 million in damage done to stopbanks, spillways and drains in the district.
Night of nostalgia as Dannevirke's cinema celebrates a year since reopening
It has been a year of ups and downs for the Regent Cinema.
Donated vehicle gives Lions a lift
Dannevirke Host Lions club gets a helping hand from St John.
Work delays and vandalism concerning Tararua District Wellbeing committee
What is holding up the completion of new pensioner flats?
Libraries are more than just books, research shows
Research shows that libraries are more than just places to borrow books.
The Woodville pet killers: Bloodthirsty pitbulls terrorise town for months
Two menacing dogs behind spate of serious attacks on pets in middle of night.
A hard winter ahead for the Tararua District economy
How has the environment changed in Tararua District?
Small rent rise ahead for Trust House tenants
The 180 tenants affected will be receiving letters notifying them of the increase.
Dannevirke aged care centre to expand
Demand for more retirement villas has prompted expansion plans.
18 months to build pensioner flats as housing shortage deepens in Tararua
The flats were expected to have been finished by July, but are still not ready.
Progress seen on new Manawatū-Tararua highway
Footage of latest flyover of new highway to replace gorge road released.
"The response is a sprint, the recovery's a marathon." Recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle continues in Tararua District
Where is Tararua District at with recovery efforts?
Ngati Kahungunu settlement and apology an opportunity to build for the future
Ngati Kahungunu has big plans ahead for money received in a settlement.
Progress made on 'long overdue' sport facility
A multisport facility could help with the issue of attracting families to Dannevirle.
'We knew we were in strife': Community mucks in to help flooded farm
Three-quarters of Naomi and Blair Castles' farm was underwater after the cyclone.
One person seriously injured in Dannevirke crash
The accident in Dannevirke occurred around 2pm on Thursday afternoon.
Paying respects to the man and the legacy of Phil Lamason
Nephew of last surviving airmen at Buchenwald concentration camp is in Dannevirke.
'There's always something that happens': Cyclone-hit farmers pick up the pieces
Tararua District's coastal residents remain philosophical after the cyclone.
Winter worry: Novelty of dinghy crossing wearing off for couple after bridge swept away
“I really don’t want to be in the dinghy for winter."
MPI helping farmers as they work through cyclone-related problems
Farmers facing worries over stock after Cyclone Gabrielle still have plenty of support.
Anzac screening of documentary about Dannevirke's WWII hero
Dannevirke's Regent will be holding a special screening of the documentary.
The new Kiwis who came for love and stayed
Tararua District welcomed 20 new Kiwis in a citizenship ceremony.
'We might be one month in but it's still raw': Tararua one month after Cyclone Gabrielle
It's been one month since Cyclone Gabrielle decimated the coastal Tararua community.
Sue McCauley finds joy in writing and her new novel
Sue McCauley has a new target - the reality of growing old.
Dashcam evidence: Cyclist visible before being struck, killed by vehicle with bullbars
If you use bullbars for safety, you have a 'higher duty of care', a grieving family says.
Tararua cyclone recovery efforts focusing on building back better
Hui looks at how the Tararua District can recover from Cyclone Gabrielle.
Are we complacent in preparing for a natural disaster?
Opinion: Survival kits, escape plans. Now's the time to think or rethink everything.
Programme filling a need in Tararua District for healthy homes
A Healthy Homes initiative has been launched in the Tararua District.
Rainfall numbers show well above average
The Tararua District experienced more than its fair share of rainfall the last two months.
Wai Splash making a splash in rural schools
Teaching water safety in rural schools is made easier for Wai Splash with their new car.
'It will be with me for a while': Police officer on the day the cyclone hit Hawke's Bay
A Dannevirke police officer was in the thick of it during the flooding.
Concerns over proposed speed drops in Tararua District
Speed drops are proposed around schools on local roads.
Coastal community seeking answers from council on closed gorge
Ākitio residents are worried they may be completely cut off.
Cyclone Gabrielle - Recovery is by building from the ground up
Rural groups are working together to assess the cost of the cyclone in Tararua District.
Tararua group’s long journey to Te Matatini
Te Ringa Kaha were welcomed home with a celebration in Dannevirke.
Adopt-a-Community supporting recovery efforts
Councils have adopted Tararua District in a campaign to help cyclone-affected communities.