New ZealandSporting Blue's a doer, not a sayerYears of freezing mornings preparing the netball courts, wearing multiple hats for his beloved rugby club and giving up his afternoons to coach school sports teams has seen a tireless Masterton volunteer gain national recognition.28 Sep 08:36 PM
New ZealandREVIEW: Mysterious theme in YestermusicFeatherston has a colourful history -- but who knew it was also once home to an unhappy Italian bride who hacked her husband to death in a Bacchanalic trance?28 Sep 08:26 PM
New ZealandOPINION: No bravery in bigotry - sorry, Nicole and PaulI'm sure most people with access to a computer now know who Nicole Arbour is.22 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandCAPping debt rewarding for JacquiFor Jacqui Lockyer, the ultimate job satisfaction is knowing her clients are now able to save for their children's weddings, or put money aside for Christmas.22 Sep 05:59 AM
New ZealandUnderfunding has autism kids struggling, say two WendysAfter Wendy Roesler's special needs son was removed from school, she discovered he had made a detailed plan to take his own life.22 Sep 05:50 AM
New ZealandThespians bring home major awardsAfter a weekend of nerves, a daunting stage set-up, several delays and a vocal baby in the audience, a troupe of Wairarapa performers has emerged victorious -- taking out three major awards at a national theatre competition.22 Sep 05:43 AM
New ZealandEzy as to get gluten freeThe food allergies that left Carterton's Tara Apperley wheelchair bound have inspired a new business venture -- and a new direction in which to take her current job.22 Sep 05:34 AM
New ZealandGood, keen men sought for Henley projectThroughout your working life, bosses and employees come and go -- but there's one group of hard workers and "good guys" Neill Inkster can't forget.17 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandOPINION: Education for youth - not censorshipDoes anyone else find the furore around a certain "racy" book disturbing?17 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandGiant sculpture to revitalise Greytown green spaceA 'daughter of Greytown' is on a mission to turn the town's green space into the community hub her mother dreamed of -- starting with a giant cabbage tree.16 Sep 05:50 AM
New ZealandLast hurrah for Masterton's songbirdsWhat started out as a fundraiser half a century ago has become a family for a group of Masterton songbirds -- but now it's time for the curtain to fall on the Harmony Ladies.16 Sep 05:17 AM
New ZealandDig out your glad rags for comeback eventOne of Masterton's premier social events and favourite costume parties is making a comeback.16 Sep 05:09 AM
New Zealand'Good read' captures realities of domestic violenceGaye Sutton's first novel has fulfilled a promise she made at a funeral, many years ago.16 Sep 05:04 AM
New ZealandFeatherston's folk history comes to lightA lonesome swagman, an environmentally-conscious fisherman, an Italian-speaking Maori soldier, and a housewife with a penchant for spiders are just a few of the colourful characters appearing in a newly-released musical history of Wairarapa.10 Sep 05:46 AM
New ZealandOPINION: Aylan's body makes front page - what's next?I don't think there's a corner of the world little Aylan Kurdi hasn't touched.09 Sep 12:57 AM
New ZealandCamp Quality lets kids be kidsPony rides, waterslides, disco dances, and sleepovers with no parents in sight are all staples of a regular kiwi childhood.08 Sep 08:57 PM
New ZealandMothers still inspiring their girlsEvery artist needs a muse -- and for Wairarapa artists Linda Tilyard and Leanne Taylor, it's Mum.08 Sep 04:19 AM
New ZealandThe shoe still fits for Saunders' SallyNot once, in over six decades, can Sally Summers remember not wanting to go to work.08 Sep 03:51 AM
New ZealandAlix proud to fill husband's spotOn Daffodil Day, the streets of Masterton were lined with joyous volunteers in high-vis vests, rattling collection buckets and, of course, offering daffodils -- but there was one collector, and his trademark toothy grin, conspicuously absent.08 Sep 03:47 AM
New ZealandNever too late to learn, says JackieJackie Bews is living proof of the old adage: "you're never too old to learn".03 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandOPINION: Potty mouths the least of our woesApparently, New Zealand women swear too much.03 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPower couple take top photo awardsImages of a Martinborough vicar, a kids' fashion show, a Masterton "pilot" and a cloak of steel poppies made in Carterton have earned a Featherston couple several national photography titles.03 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandMasterton women share Indian 'spice'Two Masterton women are helping bring the community together -- with the aid of yoga poses in the park, chanting at the moon, and a "bit of culture".02 Sep 05:27 AM
New ZealandLittle Theatre aims for national gloryOne of the items on Rita Ann Penhale-Cashmore's "bucket list" has won her and two fellow thespians a place in a national theatre competition.02 Sep 05:15 AM
New ZealandGrief support services have 'a way to go'If anyone understands the need for solid support in times of sudden loss, it's Linda Penlington,02 Sep 05:03 AM
New ZealandLonely journey for Zoe's mumLittle Zoe Whittaker's short life has been a whirlwind of hospital stays, occupational therapy visits, surgeries and resulting infections -- but, for mum Michelle, the hardest thing about raising a child with a disability is the loneliness.27 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandOPINION: Beautiful - an ugly word.One word I often see bandied about on social media and in pop culture generally is 'beautiful'.26 Aug 05:29 AM
New ZealandPlayful art inspired by childhoodA cozy, country home next to a bird sanctuary in rural New Zealand sounds like the last place you'd expect to see a blue-haired, city-bred artist.25 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandHappy end to Jade's lens scam sagaJade Cvetkov feels as though all her Christmases have come at once.25 Aug 05:23 AM
New ZealandNew compost system needs helpA church community and a former university lecturer have teamed up to help get Masterton's community garden flourishing in time for spring -- starting with a brand new waste management system.25 Aug 05:10 AM
New ZealandCelia heading on European journey of self discoveryFor Celia Carman, making warm, colourful blankets for impoverished families living in near-glacial conditions half a world away was not enough -- she had to see those families in person.15 Aug 04:09 AM
New ZealandOPINION: Shaming smokers not the answerThese days, it's hard to be a smoker in New Zealand.15 Aug 03:35 AM
