New ZealandTeen pool player thrives under coaching from former NZ champCiara King is improving her game with help from local legend Steve Pemberton.02 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandFolk singer hits stage at 70 with basket of originalsLess than a year ago Stephanie Weaver picked up her guitar and started writing lyrics.30 Apr 08:58 PM
New ZealandFamily say teen driver killed fleeing police was a 'kind, loving boy'A social media post described him as the 'kindest and most loving boy ever'.30 Apr 01:18 AM
New ZealandCountry singer stands by her man's last wishesGeoff Herewini remembered as Pounamu Country Music Club celebrates 20 years.29 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandMassive job cuts proposed at Horowhenua District CouncilAll staff are bieng consulted on proposed plans to cull 27 full-time roles.23 Apr 11:06 PM
MotorsportPhoenix flying as New Zealand Junior Motorcross title beckonsThe rise of Ōhau rider Phoenix Van Dusschoten has been a feature of the season.22 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandNew RDA sensory trail builds confidenceThe new sensory trail at Levin RDA presents new challenges for riders and their mounts.22 Apr 01:44 AM
New ZealandTwo people injured in Levin kitchen fireEmergency services were called to a kitchen fire in Puriri Pl on Sunday evening.21 Apr 10:36 PM
New Zealand'Persistent manipulative grooming': Man sent teen love letters from prisonMichael Cook was able to meet with the girl four times, despite being on bail.21 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandRising motocross talents compete at NZ Junior ChampsThe energy-sapping three-day event will be run at Flipp’s Motocross Park.18 Apr 08:26 PM
New ZealandSlow down: Council wants Fast Track Bill tweakedCouncillors want the new legislation to allow for more engagement with iwi and hapū.18 Apr 02:02 AM
New ZealandBucket list horse has hobby trainer daring to dreamRetired seaman Jim Sweetensen would love to see his mare gain black-type.16 Apr 09:59 PM
New ZealandRangers capture water dragon released in reserveThe native Australian semi-aquatic lizard was considered a threat to NZ wildlife.01 Apr 09:22 PM
New ZealandDementia unit residents evacuated after fire breaks outTwo people were treated for smoke inhalation at the scene.23 Mar 06:48 PM
New ZealandHave you seen Gary? Police, family fear for missing Levin manHe was last seen near Horowhenua College this morning.05 Mar 06:19 AM
New Zealand'Majestic goat' leads son to missing dadBrent Harrison was tramping in the Tararua Range when he got lost and confused.28 Feb 11:44 PM
New ZealandMum confronts driver who dragged her son to deathRaynor Cribb was dragged 80m to his death under a car by a driver who knew he was there.28 Feb 03:06 AM
New ZealandSearch for man missing after hike north of WellingtonThe missing man is believed to be a 72-year-old experienced tramper.27 Feb 04:48 AM
New ZealandWhere our rescue helicopter went in 2023Dannevirke and Levin were the helicopter's most-visited locations in 2023.03 Feb 11:14 PM
New Zealand'Avoid the area': Suspicious fire destroys building in LevinBath St is closed and the public is advised to avoid the area.07 Jan 04:52 PM
New ZealandPolice close Levin road as emergency incident unfolds, person seriously injured in ‘altercation’Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area.24 Dec 05:04 AM
KahuIwi win hard-fought effort to protect mauri of Lake HorowhenuaGroups 'delighted' court quashes 10-year exemption of Punahau/Lake Horowhenua.16 Dec 12:09 AM
New Zealand‘There is no motive': Man's 'frenzied’ hammer killing of step-dad'It appears the offending was shockingly out of character for you'.10 Dec 11:01 PM
CrimeDrunk, drugged driver fails in appeal after clocking 150km/h before injuring woman in crashWiniata was jailed after the crash but appealed his sentence, claiming it was too harsh.08 Dec 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomySkin cancer clinic hit by property deals, falling patient numbersOwners had a home but decided at the peak of the market to buy a lifestyle block.01 Dec 12:39 AM
New ZealandPolice seize significant amount of cash and drugs in WhanganuiFour people have appeared in Whanganui and Levin courts on charges related to the seizure.30 Nov 03:08 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating ‘unexplained’ death in LevinAn increased police presence will be seen in the area around Bath St.22 Nov 07:16 AM
New ZealandHamilton man wins big at Young Plumber awardsA Hamilton apprentice has won big at industry awards.15 Nov 11:11 PM
New Zealand'We built this city on sausage rolls': Levin's famed savoury treats missing from Bakels competitionLevin is famous for the width and girth of its sausage rolls.17 Oct 11:58 PM
New ZealandGuilty: Driver deliberately dragged man trapped under car to his deathRaynor Cribb was dragged 84m while stuck underneath a Subaru.10 Oct 01:45 AM
Crime‘I ain’t a murderer’: Man denies dragging death was deliberateRaynor Cribb was dragged more than 80m underneath a car.06 Oct 05:53 AM
New ZealandPassenger recalls the moment she realised man was stuck under carMan was dragged along the road for 84m.03 Oct 06:30 AM
New Zealand'Your bro's under the car': Wanted driver allegedly drove for 84m with injured man stuck under his SubaruRaynor Cribb was dragged to his death after a high-speed chase between two cars.02 Oct 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Iconic’ Ōpiki Bridge partly collapses into riverHistorian Val Burr is urging local councils to take responsibility for fixing the bridge.25 Sep 11:31 PM