New ZealandThe history behind Makotuku’s restored gates and their significanceThe restored gates in Makotuku honor the history of the village's former church.12 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice apologise as cordons lifted after Palmerston North operationOfficers return to suburb as hunt for suspect in firearms incident continues.12 Feb 04:11 AM
New ZealandThe cowboy challenge: From Yellowstone to DannevirkePopular series has helped to create a buzz for this weekend's event.11 Feb 10:07 PM
New Zealand‘Will not accept violence’: Manhunt after offender points gun at police, public'We are out there every day... in what is increasingly a hostile environment.'11 Feb 09:20 PM
New Zealand‘Lost control’: Sergeant accused of attacking soldier during exerciseThe attack occurred after the soldier insulted a sergeant in late 2023.10 Feb 06:17 AM
New ZealandOne of priest’s victims feigned appendicitis hoping to avoid boarding school abuseMichael O'Donnell is the third Hato Pāora College staffer to be convicted of sex crimes.10 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandNapier to Wellington scooter challenge aims to raise $200k for charityThe event supports mental health initiatives in the Hawke’s Bay region.10 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandYoungest contestant wins Taranaki Manawatū Young Farmer final"To take out the win was really exciting," Jock Bourke, 19, said.09 Feb 10:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand500 schools ranked: NCEA hotspots where top marks meet affordable housingDiscover the schools with the highest academic results and most affordable house prices.09 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Memories of a leader – Dame Iritana’s enduring impactAt 86, Tāwhiwhirangi gave a bold interview amid a 2015 Kōhanga Reo spending controversy.06 Feb 06:54 AM
New ZealandBlues, board games and Find & Go Seek this weekend A roundup of events happening in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti this weekend, beyond and regularly.05 Feb 11:21 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Seymour’s romantic beach proposal; Kiwi running billionaire’s empirePlus, is NZ rich list heiress Ali Andrews married to her French-US billionaire boyfriend?05 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandBitumen spill wreaks havoc on vehicles along SH47 detourA courier driver noticed tarseal wrapped around his truck's wheels.05 Feb 12:32 AM
New Zealand‘Just keep swimming’: ‘Tarzan’ attempts 235km surfboard paddle of riverBrenden Hawkins aims to paddle the Whanganui River on a surfboard.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandUnbelievabull! Small towns rocked by confusing signThe sign near Bulls incorrectly states SH1 is closed, diverting traffic early.03 Feb 07:44 PM
New Zealand‘You almost feel trapped’: Living with chronic lung diseaseAimee Carruthers, 41, relies on a 7kg oxygen tank due to a rare lung condition.03 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuRevealed: The proposed iwi-council relationship agreementWhanganui district councillors will vote on the agreement on February 13.29 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small townOhakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.26 Jan 05:50 AM
New Zealand'Dreadfully Divine': Canadian brings mobile dreadlock service to NZDreadlocks? Redheads get it the worst.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow a 21-year-old woman became one of NZ's youngest supermarket owners'When I tell them my actual age, they do get shocked.'22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer minister Russell Marshall dies aged 88Russell Marshall was Whanganui MP from 1972 to 1990. 19 Jan 08:52 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dead after crash near FeildingPolice located the deceased at the scene.11 Jan 06:58 PM
New ZealandOne dead after truck hits pedestrian in WhanganuiEmergency services went to SH3, near Blueskin Rd in Westmere, about 10.15am today. 11 Jan 05:39 AM
New ZealandWoman and two young children located safeWoman and two children located by police.04 Jan 02:11 AM
New ZealandWhite-tailed spider bite leaves man in hospital for a month with deadly infectionAndy Stewart pushed on with his motorbike trek despite his growing pain.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dies following two-vehicle crash in Selwyn DistrictThe road remains closed after a scene examination.01 Jan 04:05 AM
New ZealandTwo critical, three serious after Manawatū crash; helicopters scrambled to sceneEmergency services responded to the crash in Bunnythorpe at 2.15pm. 31 Dec 03:17 AM
New ZealandTwo dead, multiple injuries in serious crash on SH1 at MangawekaMotorists are advised to avoid the area or delay travel.29 Dec 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why road tolls may be the future of NZ’s infrastructure fundingOPINION: Minister hints at tolls as petrol taxes dwindle, EVs rise.28 Dec 04:00 PM
Travel newsAll the road closures that could impact your summer road tripWith lots going on around New Zealand, it's important to plan your travel route carefully.23 Dec 10:52 PM
New Zealand'Pothole Nation': Slow-moving road trips await Kiwi holidaymakers this summerAA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.20 Dec 04:00 PM
Racing'Hard to beat': Trainer confident as Puntura faces Group 2 testPuntura aims for back-to-back wins in Manawatū Challenge Stakes at Trentham.19 Dec 03:59 PM
New ZealandThird murder charge laid after man found dead at Levin parkThere have now been three men charged with murder.18 Dec 10:16 PM
New ZealandCelebrating community and history as we say farewellOPINION: The enduring legacy of local stories in the Horowhenua Chronicle.18 Dec 09:00 PM
