New ZealandWashing machine fire 'frightening' for new mumJessica Bensemann had been home from hospital with her newborn son less than 12 hours when her Samsung washing machine went up in smoke and destroyed the bathroom.06 Jul 10:51 PM
New ZealandFlooding wreaks havoc in lower northThe Kapiti Coast, Wairarapa and other areas of the lower North Island have been hit by severe weather overnight, resulting in widespread flooding.19 Jun 09:28 PM
New ZealandCrane required to move rolling truckA crane is being brought in to move a truck after it rolled on its side earlier this morning near Wellington.12 Jun 09:06 PM
New ZealandMan blames 'sleep-driving' for crashA Masterton man's claim that he was "sleep-driving" when he crashed a car may be derailed if he fails to get a sleep expert to give evidence at his trial.23 Feb 11:43 PM
New ZealandKids tumble from giant inflatable slideScreaming children were sent flying in front of horrified parents after a giant inflatable slide collapsed at the Masterton A&P show.21 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandGirl, 6, killed in quad bike accidentA 6-year-old Stokes Valley girl died after losing control of her quad bike and hitting a fence, north of Masterton, on Sunday afternoon.26 Jan 01:36 AM
New ZealandQuakes rattle Southland, MastertonBoth the North and South Islands have had a shaky start to the day, with a moderate quake in Southland and two light ones near Masterton.13 Jan 06:12 PM
AirlinesSir Peter's vintage warbird dogfightThe vintage-aircraft market was once divided between pilots and aviation museums, but Peter Jackson represents a new breed of collector.23 Sep 02:28 AM
New ZealandLawyer's death a shockThe death of a prominent Wairarapa lawyer just days after surgery for an aneurism has come as a huge shock to the region's legal community.08 Sep 07:53 PM
New ZealandStabbing victim forgives his attackerBruce McLean thought the teen who stabbed him in the rib was nothing but a street thug. But he's now decided to help turn his attacker's life around.14 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandSeason claims first injuryThe duck shooting season has claimed its first hunting injury.03 May 12:34 AM
New Zealand'They didn't think he'd pull through'Six weeks ago he was in a critical condition after being assaulted. Now his mother says he's had a recovery that's nothing short of a 'miracle'.15 Apr 10:00 PM
New Zealand'One day at a time' for injured toddlerIt's "one day at a time" for toddler Caleb Skinner as doctors slowly bring him out of an induced coma, after he was allegedly seriously injured by a friend of his mother on Monday.06 Mar 02:21 AM
New ZealandLarge blaze at Masterton Medical CentreA large fire has broken out at the Masterton Medical Centre this evening.25 Feb 06:20 AM
New ZealandStillbirth blamed on P labA court has heard a man was caught drink driving after his partner suffered a still birth - something the couple blamed on their house being previously used as a P lab.12 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandFatal Masterton fire victim namedFamily, neighbours and firefighters fought in vain to save the life of a Masterton man they dragged near death from a blaze that gutted his sleepout late last night.03 Oct 01:40 AM
New ZealandMan jailed for drunk driving with child passengerA man who drove drunk with his 9-year-old grandchild in the car has been jailed for eight months.27 Jun 04:47 AM
New ZealandSPCA 'mercy killings' spark investigationAn investigation has been launched into the "mercy killing" of about 20 cats and kittens at the Wairarapa SPCA centre in Masterton.27 Jun 03:33 AM
New ZealandFalse rape claim to get ride homeA Masterton woman falsely claimed to have been raped because she wanted police to give her a ride home after watching a male strip show.25 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandThreat to cut off woman's headA Masterton man who threatened to cut off his ex-girlfriend's head during a series of abusive text messages has been remanded on bail.21 Jun 02:31 AM
New ZealandJudge calls teen 'good boy' despite pursuitAn 18-year-old who led police on a pursuit at speeds of up to 110 km/h in residential areas has been handed community service and a $300 fine by a judge who described him as a "good boy''.17 Jun 06:16 AM
New ZealandInspired to raise funds to support GraceA Masterton couple helped to raise more than $5000 for the Grace Yeats Trust after they read a newspaper article about the Grace's Oil of Gratitude fundraising initiative last December.19 May 11:55 PM
