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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.

Public feedback sought on bid to operate Tūroa skifield

The Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on Pure Tūroa's application.

'Pretty humbling': Tāmata Hauhā boss nominated for New Zealander of the Year

'You sit back and go, ‘Actually, we’ve done some pretty remarkable stuff.'

War memorial in Bunnythorpe like new again

The restored Bunnythorpe War Memorial was unveiled on December 9.

Sexual violation in rideshare leads to charge

It is not known whether the defendant was the driver or another passenger.

Witnesses sought after teen knifed in Palmerston North

The teen suffered non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

'A real privilege': Sport Whanganui boss signs off

'It's not about high performance, it's about getting out and doing stuff.'

Employers spoilt for choice in tight job market

Job ads fell in two major cities but some regions still have traces of the great job boom.

Head Hunter funeral: 'OG' William 'Bird' Hines to be laid to rest near Foxton today

The tangi for the feared and revered Head Hunter starts at 11am.

Region's roadworks ramp up for summer

Resurfacing work north of Taihape has been completed but more projects loom.

Constable's hope: The new generation that could solve a small town's domestic violence woes

This policewoman is teaching children what love looks like when they're in a safe home.

Will concerts be coming to Whanganui's velodrome?

'We are heading into the unknown a little bit.'

Whanganui runner breaks world record

'My finish time was a bit quicker than I’d expected.'

Whanganui weather: What to expect this week

Make the most of the dry weather while you can.

In darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay border

This was what beekeepers had been desperate for after the cyclone flooded many hives.

45 years of 'the greatest fun you could ever imagine'

'I stopped and and thought about it and, actually, I’ve never worked a day in my life.'

Exhibition showcases privately owned Dibble sculptures

Palmerston North's 'Paul Dibble gallery' now inside and outside.