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Determined railway workers' advocate honoured
“Little wins on behalf of real people" drove New Year Honours recipient.
Dairy worker who had fingers sliced off during robbery has not returned to work
Dairy owner on injured worker: "Time is healing his pain. But he’s not back to normal."
Two double drownings in five days highlight river dangers, says coroner
Almost two years ago, two drowned in the Manawatū River. Days later, another two died.
Plenty of tickets up for grabs for festive season internationals at McLean Park
So far 1600 tickets have sold for Saturday’s one-day game and 2000 for the Twenty20.
16-year-old arrested after alleged hit and run of off-duty cop
The female pedestrian was dragged by the car for a short distance.
Lawyer in Mark Lundy, Scott Guy cases under investigation
The review follows a judge's decision ordering Vanderkolk to pay costs for a court case.
Plenty of change for MP Tangi Utikere
While the Labour MP is now in Opposition, the year has also had positives.
War memorial in Bunnythorpe like new again
The restored Bunnythorpe War Memorial was unveiled on December 9.
Witnesses sought after teen knifed in Palmerston North
The teen suffered non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
Museum pays tribute to late sculptor Paul Dibble
Two of Dibble's pieces among range of art purchased by MTG Foundation over the years.
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.
Palmerston North fire: Police release CCTV images in bid for information
There was extensive damage to the building.
‘There is no motive': Man's 'frenzied’ hammer killing of step-dad
'It appears the offending was shockingly out of character for you'.
'I’m still alive': Passenger of TikTok killer driver nearly paralysed
Zane Bullivant implored the driver to stop just before the fatal crash happened.
Unsupervised learner driver turned into path of motorcyclist
The fatal crash near Palmerston North prompts call for learner drivers to abide by rules.
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.
Paroled murderer banned from Palmerston North
A murderer has failed to persuade authorities to let him enter the city in future.
Teacher who made cannabis oil can finish year without ankle bracelet
Timothy Pauro said he needed drug due to sleepwalking, also had guns in wardrobe.
'Years in illegal captivity': Lizard enthusiast fined for keeping 60 reptiles
Richard Brosnan's creatures were confiscated as he did not have a permit to keep them.
Serious injuries in truck crash on SH1 near Hunterville
State Highway 1 has remained open after the incident.
One person dead after Tūrangi crash
A crash in Palmerston North between a car and a motorcycle has also left more injured.
Exhibition showcases privately owned Dibble sculptures
Palmerston North's 'Paul Dibble gallery' now inside and outside.
Toot toot and all aboard for wheelchair users
The popular Esplanade Scenic Railway is now more inclusive.
'I still miss him to this day': Teen who beat gay man to death released from prison
Stanley Waipouri’s body was mutilated during what was believed to be a homophobic killing.
Gang members 'know what happened' to murdered dad
Hori Gage was killed in retaliation for an incident he wasn't even involved in.
Maze on Medallion offers all the fun of the scare
Entry is free each year, and attracts large crowds eager to get a scare or two.
'It’s just criminal': Window installation company owner vanishes leaving $450,000 owed to customers
At least 16 aggrieved customers have banded together in pursuit of Green Innovations NZ.
Family's opposition to pet crematorium being built next door costs them $121,000
Soul Friends owner: 'I don’t think there’s ever a perfect place to put a crematorium'.
Keen walker celebrates 102nd birthday
A lack of secondary education did not stop Clive Davis from running his own businesses.