Latest from Horowhenua

Gisborne speedway’s Clyde McGrory on 53 years of commitment

'I am absolutely passionate about motorsport'.

The big chill: Kiwis wake to freezing temperatures as cold snap grips the country

Auckland had the highest early morning temperature at just 12C.

Nervous for survival: Māori ward councillors prepare for critical elections

Forty-two councils will hold a poll for Māori wards in 2025 elections.

Winter arrives early as thick snow falls in the South

The first snowfall of the year makes landfall following a day of wild weather.

'I refuse to remain silent': Former Hato Pāora College student speaks out as priest is jailed

Father Michael O'Donnell abused students, often targeting them at the tuck shop.

Hurricanes ponder No 10 move for All Blacks outside back

The Hurricanes face the Crusaders on Friday in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash.

Sex offender recalled to prison after watching Sia music videos

Matthew Kelly was also caught communicating with another sex offender.

‘F****n spoon!‘: Truckie’s desperate dodge after car crosses centre line

The bizarre incident was captured on multiple dashcams.

‘Part of me died’: Sole survivor of triple-fatal crash says goodbye to three mates

Jeremy Capper lost an arm, a leg and three friends in a triple-fatal motorbike crash.

‘Avoidable’: Coroner finds patient had the means and opportunity to end his life

Shaun Gray died in Palmerston North Hospital's Ward 21 which is 'not fit for purpose'.

Disgraced car dealer known for sending customers lewd photos owes $620k

Chris Schwartz has a penchant for sending disgruntled customers pictures of excrement.

Young Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm

“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."

Doctor gave student erectile dysfunction meds, told him it was for jetlag

The doctor was discharged without conviction, avoided suspension and kept his name secret.

‘Dreams come true’: Whanganui woman’s cochlear implant journey finally realised

Shona Beamsley cannot wait to hear her grandchildren say the words, 'I love you, Nana'.

‘Up for the challenge’: Rangitīkei council’s new boss sets priorities for first months

Carol Gordon will prioritise central government reforms in her new role.

‘Unlikely to improve’: Dry outlook for Horizons region

Drought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.

Killer babysitter fearful of leaving prison, admits sabotaging own freedom chances

Tiana Kapea tortured and murdered 10-month-old Jyniah Te Awa.

'Genuinely thought he’d changed:' The lawyer, the conman and $333k in stolen legal aid

Lawyer Chris Tennet gave a conman a chance, but Brian Hunter hadn't really changed.