New ZealandMeet the artisan crafting unique harakeke paper in MartonThe process involves harvesting, cutting, processing, and drying harakeke fibres.30 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandReckless pilot fined after crashing uncertified plane, CAA warns of riskThe unlicensed man crash-landed the uncertified plane near Marton and was seriously hurt.12 Aug 01:28 AM
New ZealandMultiple fire crews extinguish large house fire in BullsFire and Emergency NZ attended with seven vehicles, three tankers and a command unit.20 Jul 10:23 PM
New Zealand'World's best and loveliest daughter': Tributes for young woman killed in Marton crash26 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandYoung Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm16 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Taste and smell issues’: Town water trucked in twice weeklyThe tap water in Marton is adversely affected by bacteria and fungi in the local soil.15 Feb 01:03 AM
New Zealand‘It’s a growing problem’: Demand rises for school support programmes'We want all children to get to school on day one, ready to participate and learn.'30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSH1 closed near Marton after multi-vehicle crash, two injuredPolice advised motorists to avoid the area and expect delays.27 Jan 02:58 AM
New ZealandFree counselling service faces uncertain futureThe Marton Counselling Centre’s budget has taken a $30,000 hit.11 Nov 09:10 PM
New Zealand‘Don’t have a loved one coming home’: North Island communities in shock after four deaths in crashes'My heart goes out to those people and families.'16 Oct 01:09 AM
New ZealandTwo dead in crash involving bus and truck at MartonThe drivers were the sole occupants of the vehicles.14 Oct 08:26 PM
New ZealandLake Alice psychologist still provides services for ACCLake Alice survivors are shocked he is on a list of psychologists providing services.07 Oct 08:03 PM
New ZealandConsent granted for 93ha solar farmAround 103,000 solar panels will be built by Harmony Energy.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCricket coaching star takes on job at Nga Tawa'Cricket is more than just a sport; it can shape and define us.'27 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandMajor upgrade for 'bucket list' golf attraction'You would have to be a pretty young person to hike from the bottom to the top.'21 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandPool roof failure impacts Whanganui's swim team'It seems odd that you’ve got an indoor pool that has to be shut in winter.'15 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui ambulance officers under pressurePatients may have to self-transport to hospital or a medical clinic during planned strike.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoof failure above public pool threatens swim season'We won’t have anywhere else to go.'13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater funding remains problem for councilsA rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.07 Aug 08:41 PM
New ZealandYoung musical talent wanted for Gumboots BandYoung Rangitīkei musicians boosted by district council.06 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandRail hub 'a phenomenal opportunity''We are bullish as to what can happen from here.'05 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFire-ravaged home 60m from fire station serves as stark reminder for community'Two or three minutes later you’re watching your house burn down.'02 Aug 05:01 PM
New ZealandMedical Council apologises to Lake Alice abuse survivors'We are deeply and unreservedly sorry for this failure.'25 Jul 09:32 PM
New ZealandCouncil puts buildings with ‘beautiful character’ on the market'There’s beautiful character in there, it’s just about the right person coming along.'22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoading and water services moving in-house in RangitīkeiRangitīkei District Council bring roading and water services in-house.01 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandCommunity voices heard on Rangitīkei’s long-term planThe Marton pool, kerbside collection and Marton's main street were the key topics.25 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandName change proposed for Rangitikei districtPublic feedback is invited on the proposal and another to name a new suburb in Feilding.06 Jun 10:23 PM
CrimeFirearms, stolen goods recovered after burglariesEight people have been arrested in relation to the Manawatū incidents.04 Jun 02:56 AM
