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Local Focus: Average house price in Whanganui-Manwawatu jumps to $400,000
House prices in Whanganui rose 17.6 per cent in a year. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Two 100-scalp hauls add zest to historic double century
Hawke's Bay senior men side make the most of points despite inclement weather in Whanganui
Cricket Wanganui's game plan
An announcement on Cricket Wanganui's future direction expected by Christmas.
Rugby: NZ Heartland XV defeats Vanua XV in Lautoka
Humid conditions and committed opposition means victory had to be grinded out.
Cricket: Great start, poor finish for Whanganui women
Despite a great start setting a solid total, Whanganui bowed to classy Manawatu women.
Local Focus: Diversity brings new faces to councils
Palmerston North City and Rangitīkei District Councils moving with the times. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Rugby: NZ Marist defeat NZ Heartland XV in Te Aroha
First victory by the Marist side in the annual fixture since 2011.
Police warning after drink spiking
Police want people to stay safe while enjoying themselves in town.
Warning after sex assault allegations linked to possible drink spiking
Police urge vigilance after sexual assault allegations and possible drink spiking.
Whanganui cricket manager goes into bat for Manawatu
Cricket development is a passion for Dilan Raj and a lasting legacy he leaves behind.
Ian McKelvie: Didn't vote? Don't complain
I believe the right to vote is a privilege that should not be wasted.
Man charged with murder after Foxton shooting victim dies
A 46yo man has been arrested after Monday's shooting.
Foxton shooting: Police find firearm, gunman still on the run
The suspected offender is still on the loose.
Local Focus: Re-elected mayor wanted more debates
Grant Smith says it will be business as usual. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Grant Smith re-elected Palmerston North mayor
Grant Smith re-elected Palmerston North Mayor.
Rugby: Heartland Wanganui must win with a bonus point
In a Heartland mathematical nightmare, Wanganui must win with a bonus point against HK.
Worker dies after being pinned between trees at Manawatū property
Fire, ambulance, police and a helicopter responded to the incident.
Hacker could have health data of one million New Zealanders
A hacker may have accessed personal health information of one million people.
'Robbed of their dad': Murder victim a father-of-three
The body of a man found in Bunnythorpe, near Palmerston North, has been identified.
Local Focus: From Congo to Council
Candidate brings diversity to the Palmerston North mayoral race. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Ohakune manhunt: Tama Rawhiti still sought after police car stolen at gunpoint
Police are still hunting a man they believe stole a patrol car at gunpoint in Ohakune.
Police officers held at gunpoint, car stolen
The thief crashed the car into a gatepost and fled on foot.
Major crime bust: Police seize $3 million in assets
The mass seizure included 37 high performance vehicles, cash, drugs and firearms.
Emergency crews called after truck crash in Tararua District
Firefighters extricated the truck driver, who was not injured, from the cab.
Manawatū Gorge replacement highway gets go-ahead
Twyford says govt has to make sure the important highway can be built as soon as possible.
Councillor stands by anti-Muslim sentiments
Councillor said he would not accept Muslims or any non-Christians praying at council.
Local Focus: Welcoming immigrants of all ages
Feeling welcome is the beginning of successful immigration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Welcoming immigrants of all ages
Being welcome is the start of successful immigration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayor reckons Palmerston North is thriving
"You're only as strong as your perceived weakest link". Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayor reckons Palmerston North is thriving
"You're only as strong as your perceived weakest link". Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Rugby: Heartland Championship's week five sees teams upset across board
Only one team gets a victory over a side who was ranked below them on the points table.
Local Focus: Company culture the key to expansion
Curry nights were 'an interesting one being an Indian'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Company culture the key to expansion
Curry nights were 'an interesting one being an Indian'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.