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).
!['All about attitude' - Jamie Strang rows across Cook Strait](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'All about attitude' - Jamie Strang rows across Cook Strait
Jamie Strang on rowing, and raising money for Farmstrong.
![Pongaroa’s Anne Broughton’s 50 years on the job](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pongaroa’s Anne Broughton’s 50 years on the job
Anne Broughton started off doing cleaning work two days a week.
![Items taken from housing construction site](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Items taken from housing construction site
The burglary, which included aluminium joinery, was reported to police.
!['I fancied coming to New Zealand for years'. Tararua College principal now a citizen](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'I fancied coming to New Zealand for years'. Tararua College principal now a citizen
Eleven people became NZ citizens in Pahīatua.
![Proposed animal bylaw means new rules for cats](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Proposed animal bylaw means new rules for cats
New requirements for cats are proposed under keeping animals bylaw
![Pahīatua shop takes on new owner and new lease on life](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pahīatua shop takes on new owner and new lease on life
The renovations of a shop in Pahīatua created quite a buzz around town.
![Ideas tracked at model rail workshop](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Ideas tracked at model rail workshop
A workshop provides a chance for model train enthusiasts to get together.
![Pair met at 5 and their friendship is still strong 85 years later](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pair met at 5 and their friendship is still strong 85 years later
Elaine and Hazel met as new-entrant pupils at Norsewood School.
!['It's a team effort'. Charlie Death receives Civil Defence award](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'It's a team effort'. Charlie Death receives Civil Defence award
Charlie Death has given a lot to the Eketahuna community.
![Obituary: Jadwiga Cooper - one of NZ’s first refugees](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Obituary: Jadwiga Cooper - one of NZ’s first refugees
Jadwiga was nicknamed The Duchess and was known for her generosity of spirit.
!['Blown away' Simon's contribution to industry recognised in award](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Blown away' Simon's contribution to industry recognised in award
Simon Marshall was presented with the award at the sheep and beef vets conference.
![Council votes 'Yes' to funding Pahiatua pool](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Council votes 'Yes' to funding Pahiatua pool
Tararua District Council received hundreds of submissions on the pool.
!['We need to learn from history' — Memories of WWII](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'We need to learn from history' — Memories of WWII
Peter Best was a child in England during WWII.
!['Such a good experience': Endurance rider's success competing for NZ](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Such a good experience': Endurance rider's success competing for NZ
The inaugural Australasia Regional Endurance championship was held in Queensland.
!['Disgraceful' vandalism as multiple windows broken at Eketāhuna church](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Disgraceful' vandalism as multiple windows broken at Eketāhuna church
Windows were smashed at a 120-plus year old church.
!['I could actually do something for my community' - Jordan Taylor's award nomination](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'I could actually do something for my community' - Jordan Taylor's award nomination
Jordan Taylor studied science but now works as an asset manager for Tararua Alliance.
![Lower than normal rainfall could be on the cards for Tararua District](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Lower than normal rainfall could be on the cards for Tararua District
Winter weather outlook not promising for farmers.
![Stop using the word ‘don’t’ says business adviser](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Stop using the word ‘don’t’ says business adviser
Business workshop talks about building resilience in a difficult economy.
!['Right place at the right time' Trevor Jackson inducted into Road Transport Hall of Fame](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Right place at the right time' Trevor Jackson inducted into Road Transport Hall of Fame
Trevor Jackson could be safely described as a 'doer'.
![Sally Dryland honoured with life membership of Tararua Federated Farmers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Sally Dryland honoured with life membership of Tararua Federated Farmers
Sally Dryland joined the executive of Tararua Fed Farmers in 2011.
!['Volunteers are the unsung heroes'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Volunteers are the unsung heroes'
Acknowledging volunteers who devote themselves to the welfare of the community.
!['They leave a part of them with me' Firefighter's privilege to be a first responder over 25 years](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'They leave a part of them with me' Firefighter's privilege to be a first responder over 25 years
James Kendrick joins an elite group of firefighters with Gold Stars.
![The customer is not always right](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The customer is not always right
OPINION: Having worked in customer service, I've seen the best and worst of them.
![Pets: Casper the friendly (crazy) budgie](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pets: Casper the friendly (crazy) budgie
Pets can make great companions, whatever the species.
![Jaques family's construction legacy ends with death of Don Jaques](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Jaques family's construction legacy ends with death of Don Jaques
The Jaques family came to New Zealand in the late 19th century.
![Pōrana the kiwi released into the wilds of Pūkaha](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pōrana the kiwi released into the wilds of Pūkaha
The kiwi was given the Māori name for Poland last year.
![McCardle mural undergoing restoration](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
McCardle mural undergoing restoration
Bill McCardle was descended from the man who gave Pahīatua its name.
![Tararua Riding for the Disabled awarded Rider of the Year](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Tararua Riding for the Disabled awarded Rider of the Year
The team at Tararua RDA feel they're making a difference.
![Polish children anniversary plans well under way](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Polish children anniversary plans well under way
It's 80 years since children and their caregivers came from Poland to live in Pahīatua.
![MP vows to Tararua District to keep fighting for those with disabilities](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
MP vows to Tararua District to keep fighting for those with disabilities
Labour ministers have been holding public meetings over disability funding.
![Ambassador's 'unforgettable' day in Pahiatua to mark Poland's national flag day](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Ambassador's 'unforgettable' day in Pahiatua to mark Poland's national flag day
Poland's ambassador to New Zealand is coming to the end of his tenure.
![Who are Yinson Renewables and why are they proposing a wind farm near Pahīatua?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Who are Yinson Renewables and why are they proposing a wind farm near Pahīatua?
Questions have been asked about Yinson Renewables' interest in a wind farm.
![A tour of Te Ahu a Turanga Highway](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
A tour of Te Ahu a Turanga Highway
Constructing the highway has been something of a game-changer.
!['Lovely opportunity' for Norwegians to connect on Norway Day in Norsewood](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Lovely opportunity' for Norwegians to connect on Norway Day in Norsewood
Sigurd Magnusson's family came to New Zealand after World War II.
![MP introducing clinics to hear local issues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
MP introducing clinics to hear local issues
Mike Butterick feels it's important to be accessible to the community.
![Gav knocks out the competition in Spain](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Gav knocks out the competition in Spain
Gavin Mutch has been crossing a few countries off his bucket list.
![Norsewood communication woes close to resolution](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Norsewood communication woes close to resolution
Poor cell phone signals have been frustrating the town of Norsewood.
![Close vote in extension of TDC long-term plan](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Close vote in extension of TDC long-term plan
Discussion over extending the deadline for the Long-term Plan was divided.
![Red Poll herds impress congress delegates](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Red Poll herds impress congress delegates
Delegates visiting New Zealand got a look at a Papatawa farm.
![Railcar enthusiast’s passion for restoring pieces of New Zealand’s history](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Railcar enthusiast’s passion for restoring pieces of New Zealand’s history
Pahiatua Railcar Society was formed in 1992.
![Parents get together for Big Latch-On](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Parents get together for Big Latch-On
The first Big Latch-On event was held in NZ in 2005.
![New headstone honours WWI veteran](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New headstone honours WWI veteran
George Smith served in WWI and died in Dannevirke in 1958.
![Woodville firefighters gear up for challenge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Woodville firefighters gear up for challenge
A team of three will be taking part in the Sky Tower climb next month.
![Waipukurau parkrun turns two](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Waipukurau parkrun turns two
The weekly Waipukurau parkrun event is getting people active and creating connections.
![Takapau showjumping sisters feature on small screen](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Takapau showjumping sisters feature on small screen
Young Riders' fourth season is screening.
![Anzac Day remembrance is not just about poppies](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Anzac Day remembrance is not just about poppies
We honour the fallen by remembering the lessons they learnt.
![Tararua District pensioner flats facing rent increase](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Tararua District pensioner flats facing rent increase
Councillors discussed concerns over the rent increases.
![Pahīatua scout group’s future in doubt](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pahīatua scout group’s future in doubt
A local scout leader is fighting to keep the group open.
![Singing for health and wellbeing](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Singing for health and wellbeing
You don't have to be a good singer, just love to sing.
!['We are not going to go away' - Dannevirke ratepayers campaign against fluoridation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'We are not going to go away' - Dannevirke ratepayers campaign against fluoridation
Dannevirke residents' opposition to fluoride is growing.
![Young Farmer East Coast preparing for nationals](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Young Farmer East Coast preparing for nationals
Archie Woodhouse has only been home three months and already has a title to his name.
![Have we become too reliant on the internet?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Have we become too reliant on the internet?
OPINION: Everything these days is online. What happens if it goes wrong?
![Pahīatua Spin In brings creative fibre enthusiasts together](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pahīatua Spin In brings creative fibre enthusiasts together
There's a lot more to creative fibre groups than just knitting.
![Eketāhuna museum’s stories behind the curios](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Eketāhuna museum’s stories behind the curios
The musuem's volunteers have been busy working to record the collection.
![It's a jump to the left and a step to the right at Dannevirke Regent](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
It's a jump to the left and a step to the right at Dannevirke Regent
It's the longest-running movie in history and Regent Dannevirke had a special screening.
![Jamie Davidson named Tararua Sportsperson of the Year](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Jamie Davidson named Tararua Sportsperson of the Year
It was a special night for athlete and other prize winners at the Tararua Sports Awards.
![Vina Holland - from matron to resident at Waireka Lifecare](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Vina Holland - from matron to resident at Waireka Lifecare
Vina Holland started out as Waireka Home's first matron.
![They all own a little part of our award: Regional Dairy Industry winners grateful for help along the way](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
They all own a little part of our award: Regional Dairy Industry winners grateful for help along the way
Alvaro Luzardo and Ximena Puig came to New Zealand from Uruguay.
![Ballance meeting over proposed Makomako windfarm near Pahiatua gets heated](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Ballance meeting over proposed Makomako windfarm near Pahiatua gets heated
More than 100 residents turned up to the windfarm information evening.
![The science behind the Hikurangi Subduction Zone](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The science behind the Hikurangi Subduction Zone
What is the Hikurangi Subduction Zone and what does it mean?
![Stallholder grateful for help after heart attack](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Stallholder grateful for help after heart attack
The outcome could have been a lot worse when Carri Mead had a heart attack.
!['I love it, thrived in it' - Kieran's move to dairy farming pays off with award](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'I love it, thrived in it' - Kieran's move to dairy farming pays off with award
Kieran Scannell has been farming for less than two years.
![Voices won't be heard - Kieran McAnulty on fast-track consenting bill](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Voices won't be heard - Kieran McAnulty on fast-track consenting bill
The Labour MP spoke out in Parliament against the consenting bill.
!['Mind where your mind goes' - Gilbert Enoka on facing adversity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Mind where your mind goes' - Gilbert Enoka on facing adversity
Former All Blacks mental skills coach talks to farmers on lessons he's learned.
![Open day gives glimpse of operations at Fonterra Pahīatua](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Open day gives glimpse of operations at Fonterra Pahīatua
What goes on at the Fonterra plant in Pahīatua?
![‘Left high and dry’: Planet Ryan founders frustrated with lack of response over Papatawa School proposal](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
‘Left high and dry’: Planet Ryan founders frustrated with lack of response over Papatawa School proposal
Papatawa School closed last year and now looks abandoned.
![Race to the Brewery - easy as? Yeah, right!](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Race to the Brewery - easy as? Yeah, right!
The race to the brewery has been going since 2011 and participation was high this year.
![Norsewood residents unconvinced plant upgrade will fix water woes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Norsewood residents unconvinced plant upgrade will fix water woes
It's brown and full of sediment - Norsewood's water problems are not an easy fix.
![Huia pair returned to museum display](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Huia pair returned to museum display
The female huia was damaged after she was stolen.
![Camp USA leads to new Kiwi](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Camp USA leads to new Kiwi
The citizenship ceremony was held at the council chambers in Pahīatua.
!['Precedent-setting situation': Eketāhuna community board member attending remotely](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Precedent-setting situation': Eketāhuna community board member attending remotely
Terry Carew is now in the UK and will be for several months.
!['Pretty rare people': Neville Jacobsen celebrates 60 years in Dannevirke fire brigade](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Pretty rare people': Neville Jacobsen celebrates 60 years in Dannevirke fire brigade
Neville Jacobsen remembers, almost 40 years later.
![The problem with call centres when you’re deaf](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The problem with call centres when you’re deaf
There must be a better way for a deaf person to talk to a call centre.
![Tararua district rentals becoming unaffordable](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Tararua district rentals becoming unaffordable
Rental affordability has dropped in the Tararua District. Why?
![Norsewood Viking Festival brings a touch of the past](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Norsewood Viking Festival brings a touch of the past
The popular Viking festival is in its fifth year.
!['Like the icing on the cake' - Hammered by a wet year and then came Cyclone Gabrielle](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Like the icing on the cake' - Hammered by a wet year and then came Cyclone Gabrielle
Rebecca Greaves has found a way to cope with the impact of last year's cyclone.