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While the Labour MP is now in Opposition, the year has also had positives.
Public feedback sought on bid to operate Tūroa skifield
The Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on Pure Tūroa's application.
'Pretty humbling': Tāmata Hauhā boss nominated for New Zealander of the Year
'You sit back and go, ‘Actually, we’ve done some pretty remarkable stuff.'
War memorial in Bunnythorpe like new again
The restored Bunnythorpe War Memorial was unveiled on December 9.
Sexual violation in rideshare leads to charge
It is not known whether the defendant was the driver or another passenger.
Witnesses sought after teen knifed in Palmerston North
The teen suffered non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
'A real privilege': Sport Whanganui boss signs off
'It's not about high performance, it's about getting out and doing stuff.'
Employers spoilt for choice in tight job market
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'Extensive damage': Severe storm hits Wellington, multiple injuries, thousands without power
Thunderstorms to bring heavy rain, hail and damaging gusts to east of North Island.
Bansal not ready to hang up his blue suit
The former National Party candidate sees it as his duty to connect Palmy and the capital.
Five classic Kiwi campgrounds for summer
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Palmerston North fire: Police release CCTV images in bid for information
There was extensive damage to the building.
'An amazing feeling': Manawatū-Whanganui women's golf team end 63-year drought
'I couldn’t cope, I was so excited.'
'I’m still alive': Passenger of TikTok killer driver nearly paralysed
Zane Bullivant implored the driver to stop just before the fatal crash happened.
Teen smoked '20 bongs’ before killing pedestrian and ‘laughing and videoing’ crash site
She admitted to smoking a large amount of cannabis before the crash.
Palmy's Josh Gowan clocking up the marathons in support of cancer research
Josh Gowan is completing a half-marathon a day throughout November.
Head Hunter funeral: 'OG' William 'Bird' Hines to be laid to rest near Foxton today
The tangi for the feared and revered Head Hunter starts at 11am.
Region's roadworks ramp up for summer
Resurfacing work north of Taihape has been completed but more projects loom.
Constable's hope: The new generation that could solve a small town's domestic violence woes
This policewoman is teaching children what love looks like when they're in a safe home.
Will concerts be coming to Whanganui's velodrome?
'We are heading into the unknown a little bit.'
Whanganui runner breaks world record
'My finish time was a bit quicker than I’d expected.'
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
Make the most of the dry weather while you can.
In darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay border
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45 years of 'the greatest fun you could ever imagine'
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Exhibition showcases privately owned Dibble sculptures
Palmerston North's 'Paul Dibble gallery' now inside and outside.
'Betrayed': Nurse accused of forming relationship with father of baby she was caring for
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Toot toot and all aboard for wheelchair users
The popular Esplanade Scenic Railway is now more inclusive.
Taupō Quay building takes home top heritage prize
Since 2020, the building has undergone earthquake strengthening and a full restoration.
Child in hospital after Castlecliff hit-and-run
Police are urging the driver of the car to come forward.
Two cars seen outside burning house where murdered man lay
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Gang members 'know what happened' to murdered dad
Hori Gage was killed in retaliation for an incident he wasn't even involved in.
Consultation opens on National Park name change
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