Gong cha lovers no longer need to travel to Wellington.

The world came to Te Manawa on Saturday thanks to a group of passionate parents

Kids heading to Hokowhitu playgrounds and parks are in for a surprise of the word kind.

Awapuni games afternoon is celebrating 20 years of fun and friendship.

Carson Taare to perform original songs at the Globe Theatre.

Kimbolton's Maxine Gerke always wanted to be a nurse, and says empathy is key

Red Cross book shop to reopen in a new location.

Gallery owner Bronwyn Zimmerman says Retro is a colourful boost for winter-weary souls.

Palmerston North author Kaye Arnott's fourth children's book is about basketball.

An exhibition of entries in the Arts Manawatū Painting Competition runs until August 2.

Mayor Grant Smith says it is evident the council has upset thousands of residents.

Graham Stewart prefers historical flags as they tend to be more meaningful.

Rebecca Macfie to visit Palmerston North on Saturday to talk about her Helen Kelly book.

There was nothing predictable or clichéd about World on Stage.

Alex Baker is receiving unsubsidised Keytruda treatment for stage-three melanoma.

Illustrator Emilie Geant likes the cracks and imperfections often seen in old buildings.

Palmerston North debater John Hopcroft, 17, says debating enhances global understanding.

Pipe band identity Sheran Hancock is organising a concert to help fight breast cancer.

Choo choo, Thomas the Tank Engine is in the house.

Palmerston North school celebrates its school values with a whānau day.

Hopes are high for the re-establishment of North Island robins in Turitea Reserve.

Here while his wife studies at Massey, David Jebanayagam wants to use his skills.

Awapuni Rotary Club has donated $100,000 to charitable causes.

Roslyn takeaway owner Peter Crofskey, 77, keeps customers entertained with his cheek

Dan is highly educated and considers his time is better spent in ways other than voting.

It was a treat to have Warren Warbrick, a renowned maker of taonga puoro, play

Matariki Festival highlight of year for Matariki Kindergarten.

Palmerston North poet Dorian David Leigh gets maximum exposure for first published poem.

Kim Dunwell is grateful for the support she's received since overseas travel stopped.

Dancing with the lights on never felt so good at home-grown tribute to Bruce Springsteen.

Manawatū's Filipino community celebrate their culture.

Palmy resident Dean Shaw getting rave reviews for his performance as The Boss.

For its centenary project, Milson Rotarians give a Women's Refugee space a makeover.

Volunteers recognised for making our region a better place.

Elected members acknowledge lived discriminatory experiences of community groups.

Charli, 11, has organised $1600 worth of grocery items that will be donated to Just Zilch.

Palmerston North Dance Association's showcase returns after three-year break.

Council says changes will encourage people to spend more time in the city centre.

Palmerston North City Council has many way to report faults such as uneven footpaths.

Sergeant Andy Brooke has been awarded the Queen's Service Medal.

The 278 participants in 79 teams completed 86,210,282 steps during May - that's 60,371km.

Ashhurst preschoolers get to try a police car and police hats for size.

Older women getting their groove on at Dance Dynamics for Life classes.

Homegrown dungeons and dragons building a strong following.

New Zealand Institute of Architects recognises Māori Battalion Hall and art gallery.

Apprentice plumber encourages people to open up about their mental health challenges.

The retired insurance broker says he's hard to buy for but gladly welcomes gifts of flags.

Te Ohu Auahi Mutunga quit coaches raise awareness among passersby in The Square.

Eight Air Force members spend an afternoon helping Camellia House in Palmerston North.

Errant sticking plaster only side effect experienced by top doctor after first Covid jab.

Retired teacher looking forward to Palmerston North Bridge Club's 75th jubilee on Sunday.

Suzy Cato, Joanne Guy and Fusi Feaunati among speakers at a kindness development event.

Read all about it: Covid means more books than usual at famous Red Cross Book Sale.

Forget notions this music is for older, well off, white people.

The retired retailer has four flagpoles and about 60 flags.

Council acknowledges difficulties iwi withdrawing from formal engagement would create.

Awapuni 80 year old wants mobility scooters available for hire to explore He Ara Kotahi.

Hands-On Food educational programme for 12-19 year-olds seeks pledges from the community.

Feilding student Jensen Alcock runs 132km in 24 hours.

Agriculture machinery retailer celebrates opening of national training centre.

TikTok star Sharleen Brown to celebrate one year smokefree with a public dance.

Childhood dream leads to decades of service helping patients with life-limiting illnesses.

Town crier Lyal Brenton is finding his voice after taking on the role just before Covid.

Evelyn and Bob Hurley met at the Palmerston North Bridge Club in 1971.