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Political humiliation at the hands of a schoolboy
Schoolboy candidate was super-confident in his presentation.

Badminton: Sharrock shuttles between codes
Chris Sharrock winds down his national badminton coaching duties to resume cricket.

Inquiry into Napier man's homicide: Seven weeks, no public update
Homicide inquiry is an "active investigation", but police are not commenting.

The Chase star touches down - gets 'better reception' than ABs
Kiwi fans will be on high alert for glimpse of one of their heroes.

Cricket Wanganui's game plan
An announcement on Cricket Wanganui's future direction expected by Christmas.

CD Stags in the hunt - Ben Smith plays his part
The CD Stags are stalking the Firebirds for Plunket Shield glory.

With or Without You: U2 fans stranded in Dunedin
Hundreds of people's travel plans disrupted after Air NZ and Jetstar cancel flights.

Watch: Public fireworks display sparks scrub fire
The public fireworks display was believed to spark the blaze at Anzac Park overnight.

Police warning after drink spiking
Police want people to stay safe while enjoying themselves in town.

Warning after sex assault allegations linked to possible drink spiking
Police urge vigilance after sexual assault allegations and possible drink spiking.

Cricket: Bruce back from injury
Ironically, Tom Bruce to returns from injury to cover for injury.

Watch: Crazy spinout! Car loses control while fleeing police
This could have ended up much, much worse.

Past meets present in Social Amnesia exhibition
A new exhibition examines New Zealand's history of the printed word.

Unfortunate Pak'nSave billboard placement causes hilarity
Advertising display in Palmerston North has gone viral on social media.

Grant Smith re-elected Palmerston North mayor
Grant Smith re-elected Palmerston North Mayor.

Palmerston North mayor wanted more debates
Grant Smith says it will be business as usual. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Mayoral candidate ups the ante on climate crisis
From the UN to PN, lawyer would declare a climate emergency. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Fired over a sickie: Roofer told to 'harden up' wins $20k payout
When he asked about his final pay his boss replied: 'U can f..k rite off mate'.

Holi-yay: Sunshine on way after bleak week
It's good weather news for most Kiwis, after a dire start to the school holidays.

The Kiwi teacher who had an affair with a pupil
Natasha Miller was in a relationship with her student when she was 23 and he was 16.

NZ bishop resigns: Second woman makes allegation
Catholic Church is giving support to the young complainant and her family.

'Robbed of their dad': Murder victim a father-of-three
The body of a man found in Bunnythorpe, near Palmerston North, has been identified.

Local Focus: From Congo to Council
Candidate brings diversity to mayoral race. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

'Legislating for one idiot': No plan to shut down cycleway after fatal crash
The Longburn shared path was built to make things safer for cyclists.

Body found on Palmerston North residence
A man's body was found on the grounds of a Bunnythorpe residence Friday night.

One critical after motorbike crashes into pedestrians
Crash involved a motorbike and five pedestrians in Palmerston North at 7pm tonight.

Comment | Jetstar: So long, and thanks for all the cheap flights
Winston Aldworth says Jetstar's withdrawal from the regions will hit travellers' wallets

Local Focus: 'Awkward bugger' with a Yorkshire accent standing for democracy
Master of Administration puts knowledge to civic use. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Councillor stands by anti-Muslim sentiments
Councillor said he would not accept Muslims or any non-Christians praying at council.