New ZealandUnsupervised learner driver turned into path of motorcyclistThe fatal crash near Palmerston North prompts call for learner drivers to abide by rules.07 Dec 11:47 PM
CrimeTeen smoked '20 bongs’ before killing pedestrian and ‘laughing and videoing’ crash siteShe admitted to smoking a large amount of cannabis before the crash.07 Dec 12:46 AM
New ZealandParoled murderer banned from Palmerston NorthA murderer has failed to persuade authorities to let him enter the city in future.01 Dec 07:45 PM
CrimeCourt hearing erupts as four appear in murder case of Mongrel Mob memberDean Kahukiwa's body was found after a house fire in Foxton.01 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandPalmy's Josh Gowan clocking up the marathons in support of cancer researchJosh Gowan is completing a half-marathon a day throughout November.28 Nov 04:11 AM
CrimeTeacher who made cannabis oil can finish year without ankle braceletTimothy Pauro said he needed drug due to sleepwalking, also had guns in wardrobe.24 Nov 01:23 AM
New Zealand'Years in illegal captivity': Lizard enthusiast fined for keeping 60 reptilesRichard Brosnan's creatures were confiscated as he did not have a permit to keep them.23 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandSerious injuries in truck crash on SH1 near HuntervilleState Highway 1 has remained open after the incident.19 Nov 07:59 PM
New ZealandOne person dead after Tūrangi crashA crash in Palmerston North between a car and a motorcycle has also left more injured.16 Nov 08:03 AM
New ZealandExhibition showcases privately owned Dibble sculpturesPalmerston North's 'Paul Dibble gallery' now inside and outside.14 Nov 10:27 PM
New ZealandToot toot and all aboard for wheelchair usersThe popular Esplanade Scenic Railway is now more inclusive.12 Nov 09:27 PM
New Zealand'I still miss him to this day': Teen who beat gay man to death released from prisonStanley Waipouri’s body was mutilated during what was believed to be a homophobic killing.10 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandGang members 'know what happened' to murdered dadHori Gage was killed in retaliation for an incident he wasn't even involved in.08 Nov 09:34 PM
New ZealandMaze on Medallion offers all the fun of the scareEntry is free each year, and attracts large crowds eager to get a scare or two.05 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand'It’s just criminal': Window installation company owner vanishes leaving $450,000 owed to customersAt least 16 aggrieved customers have banded together in pursuit of Green Innovations NZ.02 Nov 08:57 PM
New ZealandFamily's opposition to pet crematorium being built next door costs them $121,000Soul Friends owner: 'I don’t think there’s ever a perfect place to put a crematorium'.24 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandKeen walker celebrates 102nd birthdayA lack of secondary education did not stop Clive Davis from running his own businesses.24 Oct 03:29 AM
New ZealandThe cost of a loaf of bread: Why this loaf costs $2.99 at one Pak’nSave and $4.99 at anotherShopper stunned to pay 67 per cent more for a loaf of bread at his local supermarket.24 Oct 01:03 AM
New ZealandDave Mollard: If you want to yell at a whistleblower, play footballOPINION: Treat the referee team with some respect.23 Oct 08:11 PM
New ZealandCement company fined $357K after worker's arm cut offThe man was able to pull what was left of his arm free and run for help.19 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandCelebrating the stitches that bind hearts and mindsQuilters say it is much more than chopping up fabric and sewing them back together.17 Oct 10:44 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeSolution in reach after Westpac, The Warehouse strikesUnion confident talks made progress after strikes at bank, retailer.13 Oct 01:34 AM
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
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Quite a lot to digest': Trends show how Whanganui could look in 10 yearsWith a high-growth model, the district could have a population of 52,981 by 2034.09 Oct 05:33 PM
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 ZealandPolice reveal latest on man killed in front of wife and young kidsHis 11-year-old son attempted to defend him while a gun was pointed into his car.03 Oct 02:44 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
New ZealandDancers celebrate four decades of putting their best feet forwardPalmerston North’s Over 50s Dance Group started in 1983.25 Sep 10:56 PM
New ZealandDog wanted dead or alive for biting Palmerston North woman, causing serious injuriesThe Dogue de Bordeaux, called Sir Smoothie Redman, mauled a woman's arm to the bone.22 Sep 05:05 AM
New ZealandSister, 14, had to break news of siblings' deaths in horrific tanker crash to parentsThe teen had to translate news of the deaths to her parents on behalf of police.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Disgusting act of inhumanity': Murder victim's partner speaks out'He is loved by many, and he didn’t deserve any of this,' she says of shooting.20 Sep 05:11 AM
New ZealandTop photographer Peter Bush's work to be preservedSome 300,000 items have been donated to Te Manawa Museum.19 Sep 05:00 AM