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'Debtor is unable to pay:' One man’s two-year battle to reclaim $22k paid for work never done
'If they had the power this whole process could have been wrapped up fairly quickly.'
Motorcyclist dies in hospital four days after Palmerston North crash
Inquiries into the crash are ongoing, police say.
Third victim of triple-fatal motorbike crash named as Luke Shaw, funeral planned
Shaw died alongside Lesley Brooks, 46, and Jacob Coady, 24, in crash on SH1 on Saturday.
Three men to appear in Palmerston North court on drugs and firearms-related charges
Police executed search warrants at two properties in Highbury this morning.
Prime Minister comfortable living by new radioactive waste facility
A facility for storing all of the country's radioactive waste has been built in Manawatū.
Search underway after man walking dog falls into Manawatū River
Police responded to the scene after reports the man got into trouble in the river.
'So much emotion': Father and sons first on crash scene where mother died
Fenz will perform a guard of honour for the funeral of Himitangi Beach woman Dianne Dear.
Volunteer firefighters face nightmare: Family member in crash
Mother's two children and husband were among the first on the scene of the crash.
'Adored' 16-year-old girl named as victim of fatal Palmerston North crash
The teenager was remembered by her loved ones in an obituary today.
Woman dog-walker hit by car from behind, beloved pet missing
The woman was taken to Palmerston North Hospital and is undergoing surgery today
One dead, two others seriously injured in early morning Palmerston North crash
John F Kennedy Dr was closed for a period but has since reopened.
Happy Birthday Mrs Brown - 100 today
Freda Brown (nee Jones) was born on October 31, 1924, in New Plymouth
Police, cabbies attacked in brawl at hospital after minor crash
Witnesses describe the attackers as being gang members.
Genesis sells Hau Nui to NZ Windfarms
Genesis has sold its Hau Nui wind farm in the Wairarapa.
'Don’t wait': Kiwi couple share how they retired early to travel NZ
The forever-adventure took lots of planning but has been worth it, the Davidsons say.
Police Minister told new gang and public safety units leaving some regions vulnerable
Mitchell spoke of his 'sleepless nights' thinking about losing another officer.
'Patients have the right to understand every word': Kiwis react to nurses' language ban
Range of views expressed over ban on migrant nurses speaking their own language at work.
'They should talk only in English': Indian nurses told not to speak their language
A patient at Palmerston North Hospital had complained of being 'disrespected'.
Arrest made after house shot at in Palmerston North
A house was shot at and a vehicle damaged with a bat.
Support for parents of 'Angel Babies'
Nothing can prepare expectant parents for the news that their baby has no heartbeat.
Inside Palmerston North's special room for bereaved families
Palmerston North Hospital's special room aids bereaved parents with empathy and support.
Luxon speaks to the media from Palmerston North
PM Christopher Luxon speaks to the media from Palmerston North
London memorial unveiled for NZ-raised cop Matt Ratana
The unveiling coincided with the fourth anniversary of the police veteran's death.
Driver flees police in Central Hawke's Bay
A driver who led police in a chase from Hawke's Bay to Palmerston North has been arrested.
Soldier accused of selling spent ammunition, explosives on TradeMe
Staff Sgt. Brian Egerton admits to collecting the ammunition but denies stealing army kit.
Drag queens are ready to slay in Palmy
'You still get the odd person that says you'll burn in hell.'
'I shouldn’t have been so explicit': Teacher regrets discussing rape with 12yo students
The reliever is facing serious misconduct allegations for her conduct at two schools.