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New report shines light on the shape of crime in Whanganui

A new survey has shone a light on the state of crime within the Whanganui-Manawatū region.

Have you seen this man?

Shayden Hikaka-Beattie has links to the Manawatū and South Taranaki areas.

'Ridiculous' or 'necessary' - is an EV subsidy a good idea?

'They're targeting the very people they're supposed to be helping,' one farmer says.

'You could hear them screaming': Former Lake Alice survivor recalls electric shock punishment

Hake Halo was given electric shocks as a punishment at Lake Alice Psychiatric Hospital.

First rail tour group gets 'royal treatment'

Two new rail options look set to boost the Ruapehu winter visitor season.

Motorcyclist stable after crash near Kaitoke

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash at Kaitoke.

Walking the Tongariro Crossing for a good cause

"The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a completely different experience during the winter."

Obituary: Vonnie Cave remembered for photography, gardening

Vonnie Cave was a renowned gardener, photographer, author and traveller.

Whanganui acupuncturist welcomes inclusion under health Act

Whanganui acupuncturist welcomes inclusion under health Act.

'Booming' Upokongaro now a destination

"We've gone from a sleepy, country cafe to a place to visit and a destination."

New Zealand Glassworks gets first resident

Her residency is the only one of its kind in New Zealand.

Palmerston North Airport reopening following 'bomb scare' threat

Police: Inquiries into the threat are ongoing.

Hipango returns to Parliament after 'reflecting and spring cleaning'

She has spent the past few months in 'recovery mode'.

From 'stop-go guy' to whānau business venture

"I always thought that was one of the hardest jobs I've been a part of."

Six-year-old Jethro Chiet looking forward to life after cancer battle

"The world is a better place with him in it."

Whanganui golfer hits his fourth hole-in-one

"I've got mates who still haven't got one, so hopefully they'll be next."

Person seriously injured in Waitōtara motorcycle crash

The motorcycles were part of a larger group of about 20 bikes.

Kiwi artist featured on reggae legends UB40's new album

One song features one of the last vocal recordings of House of Shem founder Carl Perkins