A man determined to get work any way he can in Wanganui and a lucky escape in Welcome Bay are just two of the stories making headlines around the regions today.
Wanganui man Stephen Laidler intends to stand on the same corner until he is employed.
A Welcome Bay man thought he was "a goner" after he was crushed by his tractor.
A Featherston family have threatened to shoot marauding animals that attack their livestock.
A Hawke's Bay man was nearly "brought to tears" after witnessing a horrendous case of animal cruelty.
Who knew dolphins and dogs enjoyed playing together so much?
Cuteness overload - the latest lion cubs born at Paradise Valley Springs are "thriving".
And finally locals say Kaitaia could end up with a better service now that Air NZ has left the area.