Manawatū news
Spectators welcome at firefighter challenge
Firefighters will have to show their parallel parking and other skills during the event.
Annual swap meet and display attracts rodders en masse
Swap meet and hot rod display a mainstay of the petrolhead calendar.
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Chorus group singing to raise awareness of childbirth injury
Hamlin Fistula chairwoman Joli Wescombe will speak at two meetings in Palmerston North
Helena Baker receives highest Rotary accolade
The Paul Harris Community Award was presented to her last week.
Chilly mornings and rainfall expected for Palmerston North
The Niwa seasonal outlook looks at trends in New Zealand's weather patterns.
Trade Aid store given stay of execution
The Palmerston North store will now stay open until October
LGBTQ+ safe space workplace movement promoted in Palmerston North
Palmerston North businesses encouraged to register for a "safe space"
Premium
'Tough, knuckle-down season' for farmers
“Every time a lamb leaves the farm it takes dollars with it."
Defence Force: Firefighter shortage cuts Ōhakea option for diverted airliners
There's a national shortage of qualified personnel and very limited training options.
Happy landings: What airlines and airports want from the next government
New Zealand's reputation with international airlines is at risk, says action report.
Crunch time in Magpies and Turbos rivalry
The Magpies have won the last seven matches against Manawatū.
Senior doctor’s plea as staff struggles put safe emergency service at risk
Senior doctor's plea to Health NZ bosses illustrates the extreme strain on EDs nationally.
Steve Braunias: In praise of cowtown Palmerston North
OPINION: There's more than meets the eye to Palmerston North
Sport news
Manawatū trainer posts win at Ōtaki meet
Opawa Jack is trained by Palmerston North-based Chrissy Bambry.
Jockey Portia Matthews starts with a double win
It was two consecutive wins for the Central Districts-based jockey on Sunday.
Rural Games: Which NZ school came out on top?
Over 200 students from 10 schools took part in the Clash of the Colleges this year.
Lifestyle news
Meet the Rural Sportswoman of the Year finalists
Three finalists from the worlds of harness racing, shearing and timbersports.
Ukrainian Womad act compelled to address war
"The war has further affected our lives, and we are compelled to speak about it."
Steve Braunias: In praise of cowtown Palmerston North
OPINION: There's more than meets the eye to Palmerston North
Rural news
NZ opts out of joint standard on infant formula
'We will now implement a New Zealand standard over the next five years.'
The Country: Andrew Hoggard on NZ's infant formula standard
Andrew Hoggard, Kate Acland, Doug Avery, Shane McManaway, Todd Clark.
EastPack sets new trays-packed record, topping 50 million
Landmark tray packed at Quarry Rd plant.
Car news & advice
Supercars of the Decades, 1960s: Lamborghini Miura
If any supercar truly sums up the 1960s, it is the Lamborghini Miura.
BMW NZ adds X5 xDrive30d to Sport Collection lineup
New edition adds bigger wheels, extra kit and more style.
One-off Porsche 911 GT3 RS pays tribute to Swiss racer Jo Siffert
Porsche has unveiled a one-off tribute to one of its legendary racing drivers.
OneRoof property news
Don't get sucked in by 5.99% rates - fixing for longer 'foolish', warn experts
Brokers advise borrowers to hold out for cheaper rates.
Revealed: Where Kiwis have the best chance of buying a house for less than $500,000
The numbers show the hotspots for affordable homes.
Miner's surprising igloo home in NZ's cheapest town has $390,000 price tag
Jack Ewen's unusual-looking property is built to keep heat in and costs down.
More Manawatu news
Butterfly Compassion Community spreading wings in Manawatū
BBC group helped deliver 1000 parcels last Christmas.
'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournament
She had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.
Opinion: The route that should be the next road of national significance
Opinion: The pressure on our roads is only going to increase.
"Exceptional bravery" - MP commends Lake Alice survivors
Rangitikei MP Suze Redmayne said it was a shameful chapter in New Zealand's history
Who remembers Morrie The Mouse?
The 2024 journal will be launched officially this weekend.
Driver high on cannabis drifted into oncoming lane before killing Raglan mum
Cannabis-affected driver Darren Lahood crashed into an oncoming car.
Bullfrog Rata returning to Palmerston North
'Struck by an ambulance at four years old’ is the opening line of Botanical Road.
Seven vehicles damaged by SH3 potholes
The potholes were temporarily repaired last Monday.
Horizons Regional Council launches art comp
The winning works will be included in the council's State of the Environment report.
Death. Let’s talk about it ...
Dying Matters week represents a chance to have a conversation about death.
Hope for first group of youth offenders starting new military-style boot camp
The teenagers, aged between 15 and 17, will spend three months at a youth facility.
Landscaping season in full swing on Te Ahu a Turanga: Manawatū Tararua Highway
The landscaping teams are taking advantage of wet conditions.
Celebration of fandoms coming to palmy
This is the fourth year Armageddon has come to Palmerston North.
Manawatū trainer posts win at Ōtaki meet
Opawa Jack is trained by Palmerston North-based Chrissy Bambry.