New ZealandWhen is a cabbage not a cabbage?The mystery plant, believed to be a large variety of kale, is almost 3m tall.15 Aug 03:25 AM
New ZealandIndian Independence Day celebrated in Palmerston NorthPalmerston North Deputy Mayor Debi Marshall-Lobb helped raise the flag.15 Aug 03:23 AM
Kahu‘Backward move’: Councillor slams mandate to undo Māori wardsFiona Kahukura Hadley-Chase says it is an attempt to 'diminish Māori representation'.14 Aug 09:25 PM
New ZealandShooting puts man in Palmerston North HospitalThe shooting was the latest in a series of gun-related crimes in Manawatū in recent weeks.14 Aug 03:09 AM
New ZealandEfforts to save Peter Bush photographs ongoingAuction of signed prints at New Zealand Rugby Museum nets $8000.12 Aug 03:50 AM
New ZealandPolice shot at in Palmerston North: Cops seize loaded guns, put three young men before courtPolice in Highbury tried pulling over car, but occupants allegedly shot at cop, sped away.12 Aug 12:51 AM
New ZealandFive youths arrested for alleged retail theft in PalmyArrests were made in under 30 minutes from the first crime being reported.11 Aug 10:07 PM
New ZealandWhanganui Development XV cruise past WairarapaThe side got straight to work.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoaches lace up as Whanganui Tāne Māori sneak past Horowhenua-KāpitiThey started with 14 men against a full-strength opposition.11 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Deep dive' into farming businessThe Ballance Farm Environment Awards are an opportunity to take a good look at business.09 Aug 12:06 AM
New ZealandTurn up the Volume 3Palmerston North band Government Pest are touring with the release of their third album.08 Aug 10:59 PM
New ZealandLocal player selected for Hawai'i Pacific SharksThe Waiopehu College head boy steps up to the Hawai'i Pacific Sharks diamond in 2025.08 Aug 10:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s going to make a comeback': Farming couple's wool optimismAfter Cyclone Gabrielle, the Akers look to the future for their family and wool sector.08 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics'Playing with fire': Act criticises council move to keep Māori seats without referendumThe Act Party has hit back, criticising the move as a 'race-based' decision.08 Aug 02:33 AM
EntertainmentAnthem singer Marla Kavanaugh cancels NZ show after death threatsThe opera singer feels as if she can't return to NZ, according to her parents.07 Aug 11:09 PM
New ZealandWater funding remains problem for councilsA rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.07 Aug 08:41 PM
New ZealandYoung musical talent wanted for Gumboots BandYoung Rangitīkei musicians boosted by district council.06 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandMark Oulaghan shoots for Riccarton double-doubleStable runners West Coast and Berry The Cash are red-hot favourites.06 Aug 04:01 AM
New ZealandStar Wars actress Ivanna Sakhno a hit with fansSakhno was recognisable to fans as Shin Hati from the series Ahsoka.05 Aug 10:56 PM
OpinionTeanau Tuiono: Let our tamariki feed on knowledgeOPINION: Choice to send our tamariki to kura kaupapa Māori was deliberate and meaningful,05 Aug 07:55 PM
New ZealandChorus group singing to raise awareness of childbirth injuryHamlin Fistula chairwoman Joli Wescombe will speak at two meetings in Palmerston North05 Aug 12:22 AM
New ZealandJ.B. Phillips remembered as ‘literary sporting legend’The former journalist was the 'heartbeat of our sporting community'.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hunt for woman linked to Facebook scams and on the runPolice ask for the public's help finding Ashleigh Houston, believed to be in Manawatū.02 Aug 03:21 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournamentShe had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.30 Jul 08:53 PM
New ZealandOpinion: The route that should be the next road of national significanceOpinion: The pressure on our roads is only going to increase.30 Jul 02:16 AM
New ZealandWho remembers Morrie The Mouse?The 2024 journal will be launched officially this weekend.29 Jul 06:18 AM
New ZealandDriver high on cannabis drifted into oncoming lane before killing Raglan mumCannabis-affected driver Darren Lahood crashed into an oncoming car.29 Jul 06:14 AM
New ZealandBullfrog Rata returning to Palmerston North'Struck by an ambulance at four years old’ is the opening line of Botanical Road.29 Jul 03:33 AM
New ZealandWhanganui rugby: Hawkes Bay a class above in Shield challenge'It's hard to be super critical, they didn't stop trying.'28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui rugby: Narrow loss for Under-20s'Another training will do us wonders this week.'28 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHot, crowded and slow: Why lower North Island needs 18 new trainsOne time, the air conditioning broke and passengers were handed ice blocks to keep cool.25 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandCrossfit athlete sets sights on TexasThe adaptive athlete is achieving personal goals that once seemed impossible.23 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandRacing commentators headed to PalmyCommentators Day is a rare occasion for New Zealand's racing commentators.23 Jul 05:14 AM
New ZealandPolystyrene recycling comes to Palmerston NorthThe polystyrene will be recycled into picture frames and decorative mouldings22 Jul 01:55 AM
