New ZealandVehicle fire closed section of SH 1Vehicle fire temporarily closed State Highway 1 south of Waiouru.19 Apr 04:52 AM
New ZealandCyclone Cook puts ferries on high alertFerry passengers told not to panic, after comparisons with storm that sank the Wahine12 Apr 09:52 PM
New ZealandMore flights cancelled from Palmerston NorthAir NZ and Jetstar cancelled some scheduled services after Sunday's incident.09 Apr 11:32 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whanganui flood predictions downgraded, but evacuations still possibleResidents are bracing for more rain. Made with funding from NZ On Air.04 Apr 09:29 PM
New ZealandDebbie deluge - rain wreaks havocChaos as Cyclone Debbie's tail hammers NZ with heavy rain.04 Apr 05:04 AM
New ZealandHeavy NZ rain this week after Qld cycloneHeavy rain is expected across NZ this week in the wake of Cyclone Debbie02 Apr 03:32 AM
New ZealandPolice get big haul after farm theftsPolice recover a large haul of stolen property but need help to find missing items.29 Mar 10:56 PM
New ZealandWitness saw horrific baseball bat attackMourners in Palmerston North set upon man and son in ute with gang signage, witnesses say.27 Mar 11:02 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: 'Shear-a-thon' raises funds for LifelineShearers raise funds for cause close to their hearts - Made with funding from NZ On AirWatch27 Mar 04:47 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist killed after crash namedPolice say the man who died after during a police pursuit was a 26-year-old from Taupo.25 Mar 10:13 AM
New ZealandArrest after reports of 'driver with gun'The Armed Offenders Squad and police dog teams were deployed during the incident.15 Mar 10:50 PM
New Zealand'Why my brother shot up police stations'Faraniko Pei was a desperate man when he walked into a Manawatu police station with a shotgun.15 Mar 05:29 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Edna Pei - why my brother shot at police stationsEdna Pei reveals in an exclusive interview, why her brother shot at police stations in Palmerston North in 2015. She says the MidCentral District Health Board pushed him over the edge. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Watch15 Mar 03:51 AM
New ZealandCar crashes into truck after chaseA vehicle has crashed into a truck in Palmerston North tonight following a police chase.03 Mar 08:07 AM
New ZealandCows in river set to be movedA herd of cows photographed cooling off in the river that supplies drinking water to Horowhenua were due to be moved away from the 01 Mar 12:58 AM
New ZealandBody found in Manawatu RiverPolice are working to notify relatives and complete formal identification of the body.24 Feb 09:31 AM
New ZealandManawatu search for missing man ongoingThe Police Dive Squad has completed a search in the Manawatu River after a missing man's car was found parked nearby. Constable Gareth 24 Feb 03:32 AM
LifestyleWith a little help from her friendVicki Walsh hasn't allowed her terminal cancer to slow her down.22 Feb 07:50 PM
New ZealandConcerns for missing manChristopher Neal was last seen in Pahiatua on Monday evening.22 Feb 10:45 AM
New ZealandCampervan on wrong side of roadA witness had a scary 15 minutes following the driver who barely made it back to the left-hand side of the road to avoid oncoming cars.19 Feb 07:54 PM
New ZealandKeep an eye on your gardening toolsIt seems garden tools are in hot demand - with a rise in reported thefts this summer.17 Feb 02:18 AM
New ZealandMan in fatal crash namedPolice have released the name of a young man who died while taking part in an organised off-road trail ride in Manawatu last week.13 Feb 02:17 AM
New ZealandMan dies during off-road trail ridePolice were called to the scene in Waituna West, near Fielding, just after 1pm on Sunday.06 Feb 12:37 AM
New ZealandBoy escapes alleged abduction attemptA young boy was allegedly involved in an attempted abduction in Manawatu last week.31 Jan 07:37 PM
New ZealandPolice find owner of abandoned bikeMystery solved: Police have found the owner of a bicycle and helmet found abandoned overnight.28 Jan 07:44 PM
New Zealand'Aggressive' scammer poses as collectorThe Cancer Society is warning against scammers after an elderly woman was asked for her bank details over the phone by someone claiming to be from the charity.26 Jan 11:01 PM
Aged care'Let's have some fun' couple in tiny houseA Manawatu couple have retired and downsized so they can live the tiny house dream.23 Jan 04:50 AM
New ZealandTwo killed in Manawatu truck crashState Highway 2 has been closed since the early hours of this morning following a fatal crash near Norsewood.22 Jan 04:26 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whangamomona wakes up to new president... and he's nice!"We will stop paying rates to Horizons, and use the money to fund free beer on Sundays!" Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch21 Jan 07:09 AM
New ZealandKiwi wins top bravery medalMurray Michie the first Kiwi in 50 years to win international bravery award after he used pocket knife to cut woman and three daughters from burning car.19 Jan 10:44 PM
New ZealandCYS ordered to put autistic teen in motelAn autistic teen who spent two nights in a police cell will be temporarily housed in a motel after Child, Youth and Family were ordered to find suitable accommodation.15 Jan 11:03 PM
New ZealandTruck rolls in ManawatuA truck driver has escaped with minor injuries after his vehicle rolled in Manawatu. It happened around 6.30 this morning on Halcombe 13 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandOne dead, one critical in Manawatu crashOne person has died after a car and truck collided on State Highway 3 in Manawatu this evening.09 Jan 08:00 AM
