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‘I never thought I’d be believed:’ Man sexually assaulted teen he met on dating website
'You were an adult man preying on young boys.'
Police arrest man over shoe sale shooting
The men travelled to a park to meet a seller before the shooting, a friend said.
Iwi-owned research centre marks milestone
The centre is marking two decades of kaupapa Māori research.
'It wears everyone out': Drought taking its toll on farmers
'As farmers, we love our stock and want to keep them going.'
Chris Rattue: Highlights from four decades in sports journalism
Chris Rattue relfects on the interviews with sports legends who left a lasting impression.
‘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'.
Police crack down on boy racers, say supporters will face consequences
Police dished out fines and impounded a vehicle in Manawatū over the weekend.
‘I was in bed for a year’: Cancer survivor calls for $220k-a-year drug to be funded
Other patients consider moving overseas or starting a Givealittle to pay for the drug.
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.
From e-bikes to viaducts: What to expect on Whanganui’s new trail
Riders can see landmarks like the Taonui and Hāpuawhenua Viaducts.
‘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'.
Mary Holm: Don’t wait to claim your benefit
OPINION: A woman has finally claimed her Veteran Spouse pension 44 years late.
‘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.
Digging for glory: Bay of Plenty’s finest compete in excavation showdown
The event features unique challenges like slam dunking a basketball with excavators.
‘Unlikely to improve’: Dry outlook for Horizons region
Drought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.
Meet Tanya, the woman who can open a bottle of beer with a 13-tonne excavator
She’ll be one of the first women competing at the National Excavator Operator Competition.
Killer babysitter fearful of leaving prison, admits sabotaging own freedom chances
Tiana Kapea tortured and murdered 10-month-old Jyniah Te Awa.
'I wanted to give something back': From award winner to organiser
Jessie Pope is helping organise the 2025 Dairy Industry Awards.
Kiwi shearers chase revenge in Welsh test match
David Buick and Jack Fagan to go head-to-head with Gethin Lewis and Llyr Jones.
The rise of the influencer – and how NZ tourism operators are trying to cash in
Two of our four major cities have spent tens of thousands on social media influencers.
High school teacher who groomed two students can now be named
The Whanganui teacher was sentenced to home detention last year.
'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.
‘You are the thief and one shouldn’t lose sight of that’: Judge to repeat shoplifter
The 24-year-old nabbed nearly $9000 worth of sunglasses in just one haul.
Police launch homicide investigation in Palmerston North
One person was arrested and police say those involved knew each other.
Abuse towards ‘vulnerable’ council staff not slowing down
Council boss David Langford is "happy to front up" to people angry with the council.