New ZealandFamily allowed through Auckland border for funeral, later threatened with arrestPolice allowed a family to cross the Auckland border but later threatened to arrest them.20 Sep 02:36 AM
New Zealand'Batted above its weight': City thrives in Covid lockdownMassive distribution centres for both Countdown and Foodstuffs kept this region humming.13 Sep 06:30 PM
New Zealand'World of digital hate': Academic hit by right-wing trollsHindutva groups are attacking academic freedom in New Zealand, he says.09 Sep 11:15 PM
New ZealandOne dead after two-vehicle crash in Manawatū overnightPolice were alerted to the crash on Rangitikei Line at Newbury, shortly before 8.30pm.07 Sep 07:01 PM
New ZealandOne dead, one in hospital after car hits power pole in FoxtonThe single-vehicle crash on Foxton Shannon Rd was reported at around 3.30am.30 Aug 07:47 PM
ConstructionSupermarket centre opens 3 weeks early to meet demandChain sent just under 3.5 million cartons of food/groceries to stores in last week.29 Aug 10:50 PM
EntertainmentLocal Focus: Two tickets for the price of oneNew companion card a welcome accessory. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Aug 10:15 PM
New ZealandLockdown limbo: How a Kiwi family stuck in Indonesia stays strongTheir flights and MIQ were booked, then their son got Covid.22 Aug 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuHome is where the heart is for Lou WalkerA visiting friend even compared Whanganui to Rarotonga.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Palmerston North's Stomach is being digitisedThe Stomach poster archives preserved. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 Aug 02:39 AM
New ZealandOne injured after car and truck collide near FeildingThe crash occurred just before 8.30pm on Tuesday evening.03 Aug 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFive years on: How a family airline saved the Whanganui to Auckland route'It all happened quite quickly'30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWelcome Home! Refugee Ahmed Zaoui returns safely to AlgeriaAfter years in exile, NZ's best-known refugee is back in Algeria.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRSV resthome outbreak - 3 hospitalised, 11 test positiveThree rest home residents hospitalised amid RSV rest home outbreak.20 Jul 11:24 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: One busy backbencherPalmerston North MP, Tangi Utikere on his first year. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Jul 12:06 AM
New ZealandSpeak Up For Women controversy: Billboard removed, mayor apologisesMichael Fowler Centre to be lit in the transgender flag colours as tensions escalate.13 Jul 04:19 AM
New ZealandDeviant behaviour: Shoe shop worker discharged without convictionJudge says concern for Malachai Wylie's mental health played significant part in decision.07 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandArrest after fiery crash at Palmerston North petrol stationA man was arrested at the scene on Tremain Ave about 10.45am today.04 Jul 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessObituary: John Palamountain's legacy his life's workThe Whanganui businessman had a passion for land and animals.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bank robbery': Pensioner locked out of her $150k life savings"The impact of this on my family has been devastating."01 Jul 07:59 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Robins return to ManawatūThe moving story of moving 40 birds to their new home. Made with funding from NZ On Air.01 Jul 08:01 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in Horowhenua bridge crashEmergency services were alerted to the collision at around 3.30am.24 Jun 07:47 PM
New ZealandHave you seen this man?Shayden Hikaka-Beattie has links to the Manawatū and South Taranaki areas.16 Jun 01:01 AM
New ZealandTwo arrested, schools in lockdown after reports of gunshots in Palmerston NorthSeveral schools were put into lockdown as a precaution.11 Jun 12:21 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Creative streets ahead in PalmyColourful, inspiring and safe in Palmy. Made with funding from NZ On Air.10 Jun 01:23 AM
New ZealandPerson dies in hospital following Opiki crashTwo people were injured and transported to Palmerston North Hospital.31 May 07:21 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Feilding jazzed up for holiday weekendManawatū Jazz Festival's generous programme. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandAccused Dilworth abuser who died before trial previously jailed for sex offencesMan charged over Dilworth allegations had prior sexual abuse conviction.26 May 08:33 PM
New ZealandTruck and train collision victim namedPolice and the Transport Accident Commission are investigating the crash.24 May 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumKahu'It's not a silver bullet': Horizons to establish Māori wardsWhanganui councillors had opposing views when it came to the vote.19 May 02:44 AM
CrimeNapier brothers guilty of manslaughter in Mob killingThe trial in Palmerston North lasted 11 weeks, and the jury deliberated for four days.09 May 01:55 AM
New ZealandIt only takes three minutes: How to reduce house fire risk in WinterOn Monday three people died in three separate house fires across New Zealand.04 May 06:47 PM
EducationLocal Focus: Jazz for peaceUnesco International Jazz Day known only in Whanganui. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandDeath in Hunterville following house fireFour fire trucks attended a "well-involved" house fire at a property in Hunterville.02 May 07:33 PM
