'Gentle giant' attacked in prison as he slept has died, homicide inquiry begins
'He was attacked in his sleep, he didn't stand a chance,' says grieving sister.
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Convicted murderer on the run from police
Aubrey Harrison is on life parole after beating a paedophile to death.
Teacher deregistered after marrying girl he taught in primary school
Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal says teacher's misconduct was "at the most extreme".
Inmate facing minor charges may die after brutal attack while he slept
An inmate beaten as he slept in his cell at Manawatu Prison may not survive his injuries
Six helicopters battling spreading forestry fire near Palmerston North
Fire crews battled the forest blaze for hours yesterday.
Pair tried to put spoon up friend's bottom, filmed it
The offending happened during a drunken night out in 2019.
Watch: Gunman shoots at police, carjacks second vehicle, crashes into patrol car
"The cops were running around with massive guns."
Severe thunderstorms dump hail and cause flash flooding
A severe thunderstorm warning has now been issued for Gisborne and Wairoa.
Feilding childcare centre to reopen but investigation continues
The centre's owner has agreed to stay away from the site, ministry says.
Boeing wins bid to train RNZAF
Boeing says deal will help RNZAF run world's 'premier' maritime patrol planes.
Dune hoons on beaches targeted by police over summer
Motorists and motorcyclists are in the sights of police this summer.
Driver killed in crash in Norsewood, Tararua district
A driver has died in a single-vehicle crash about 7.55pm last night
Local Focus: The most unusual place to go for leaks and asparagus
"We sell a lot of asparagus", radiator mechanic says. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Bubble Kōrero a success
Conversations aplenty at lockdown exhibition. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Alf Lyon always said he would live to 100 - He did just that, before quietly slipping away
He celebrated with cake, balloons and tambourine players
Local Focus: Too many in prison?
Candidates agree justice system needs work. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Gone in five minutes': shop owner devastated after blaze
Barry Daily said business had been booming before the fire hit.
Firefighters battling large fire next to fuel station
Police have diverted traffic and ask motorists to travel with care.
Local Focus: Rangitīkei candidates on which economy we should emulate
New Zealand is unique but isn't everywhere? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: What do candidates say is Palmerston North's biggest issue?
Infrastructure, jobs and housing top the list. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmerston North candidates talk tax
Is taxing the wealthy to help the poor worthwhile? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Celebrating Aokautere the great Rangitāne chief
Oho and Aareta say Aokautere for us. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
School bus v train tragedy: Trapped students smashed windows to escape
"Everyone just stopped their vehicles and pitched in and helped," a witness said.
Local Focus: The island that's up a hill - Te Motu o Poutua
Oho and Aareta track down more Māori place names. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
School bus tragedy: Investigation launched into fatal crash
Anyone who witnessed the crash has been urged to contact the Commission.
'Extremely distressing': School bus driver killed, one student remains in hospital
Emergency services were called just after 8am.
Local Focus: Te Wiki o te Reo Māori embraces Manawatū
Oho and Aareta go down to the river. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Te Wiki o te Reo Māori kicks off in Ahimate
Oho and Aareta will have you saying Ahimate in no time. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Winners and losers: Which provinces coped best with lockdown?
ASB's latest rankings shows the uneven impacts of lockdown measures across the country.
Local Focus: Who is Tangi Utikere, Labour candidate for Palmerston North?
Deputy Mayor looking for a promotion to MP. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Appalled' at suspected suicide in prison
Jonathan Lindsay would 'give you the shirt off his back'.
Gang member's meth-fuelled rampage: Police cars rammed and officers injured
Man armed with axe confronted innocent motorist during crime spree.
Watkin awaits national team call up
Jess Watkin has more than a foot in the door to re-enter the White Ferns fold.