Judith Lacy is editor of the Manawatū Guardian
"I began my journalism career at the tender age of 10 as a 2ZB cub reporter on the Dick Weir Sunday morning show. "Growing up on a dairy farm near Pātea, newspapers and magazines came into our house daily. My spare bed was covered in scrapbooks of newspaper clippings with stories about cricketer Martin Crowe a favourite. "As a teenager, I would stare longingly at the journalism careers folder in the school library and go to sleep listening to talkback radio. "Being a journalist means being paid to be curious, to ask questions and to write. I love meeting new people, connecting the dots, and giving people useful information. "I graduated from journalism school in 2001 where I was identified by my fellow students as a future editor. "I have been editor of the Manawatū Guardian since December 2020 and was the editor of The Tribune for nearly six years. "I have also worked in the newsrooms of regional newspapers and as a sub-editor. "I have a Master of Arts in politics from Victoria University of Wellington and enjoy covering local government, community development and human interest stories. "In my spare time, I like trying new recipes, walking and spending time with my cat Maysie."
Palmy's public clock cannot be relied on for the time
Rangitāne view the clock as a symbol of rangatira Kerei Te Panau.
Pioneering Feilding family's life captured in new book
The Carthew family were booksellers and involved in politics, church and the community.
Manawatū restarts Miriam's heart
Miriam Sharland says New Zealanders tend to underestimate Manawatū's beauty.
Wastewater treatment budget increased at 11th hour
Mayor Grant Smith said a lower budget would destroy relationships and rip up $5m of work.
Modern way to learn Rangitāne history
Visit six sites along the Manawatū River, scan the QR code and be taken back in time.
Council halves its cycling improvements budget
Elected members respond to ratepayers' call to ‘cut it back cuz’.
Council cuts its wastewater treatment budget
Karen Naylor said the community cannot afford the current cost of $647m.
Palmy woman says pageantry has allowed her to heal
Rovelyn Milford has battled depression, anxiety and body image issues.
Judith Lacy: Linking in or out is best done with pizza
OPINION: There's valuable real estate to be had on and off line.
Judith Lacy: My incredibly easy journey to a silver fern passport
OPINION: The colloquialism warmed my heart much more than the missing sausage roll.
From braces to beard: Film-maker's eight-year project finished
The making of the series The Tripods has been a huge part of Arlo Macmillan's life.
A tour inside Palmerston North Police Station
The scaffolding has gone and the carpark is no longer the domain of builders.
From blind date to platinum wedding anniversary
Alma and Bob Bartosh have danced their way through marriage for 70 years.
There's treasure in 'em gutters, resident urges
Retired caretaker Alistair Cameron wants everyone to pick up a leaf or a hundred.
Judith Lacy: In-lane bus stops need a friend
OPINION: An information campaign surely would have helped people understand the changes.
Trailblazer Meri takes to the stage
Meri Tipene-Walker is the first woman and first Māori to be the president of OnStage.
What's the time? Don't ask Mr Manawatū
Feilding’s clocktower has stopped, Palmerston North’s is six minutes slow.
Palmy walking advocate honoured
Frank Goldingham has received an Outdoor Access Champion Award.
Hot cross fun: What happened when I entered a speed-eating contest
OPINION: The water dulled the taste of the hot cross buns - don’t try that at home.
Judith Lacy: Palmy + Peters = Pulling Power
OPINION: Despite Winston Peters being the same age as my mother he clearly isn’t rusty.
Feilding flood survivor reflects on his 84 years
Feilding is marking the 150th anniversary of the establishment of Manchester Block.
Diamond anniversary for trainee teachers
A reunion is being held for the 1964 intake at Palmerston North Teachers’ College.
Two decades on: Pregnant woman plucked from Mangamahu roof shares her story
Seilena Phillips-Edwards' rescue touched hearts during the Whanganui floods.
New recycling rules: What I shouldn't have put in bin
OPINION: I wash my recycling like it is going back in the cupboard.
Free to a large wall: Piece by textile artist Laura Hudson on the move
It is thought the piece depicts the Manawatū River and the Ruahine and Tararua Ranges.
High praise for Palmy composer
Sai Natarajan's musical education began when he was in the womb.
Library cat has paws of clay and a silent purr
Stuart Schwartz won the competition to name Palmerston North Central Library's cat.
What says summer more than cricket?
OPINION: Can anyone go past cow corner, googly, rib-tickler and — dare I confess — box?
Rural artist Graham Christensen: Let them in and out
The Rural Life exhibition runs until February 28 at the Coach House Museum in Feilding.
Plenty of change for MP Tangi Utikere
While the Labour MP is now in Opposition, the year has also had positives.
War memorial in Bunnythorpe like new again
The restored Bunnythorpe War Memorial was unveiled on December 9.
Bansal not ready to hang up his blue suit
The former National Party candidate sees it as his duty to connect Palmy and the capital.
Palmy's Josh Gowan clocking up the marathons in support of cancer research
Josh Gowan is completing a half-marathon a day throughout November.
Exhibition showcases privately owned Dibble sculptures
Palmerston North's 'Paul Dibble gallery' now inside and outside.
Toot toot and all aboard for wheelchair users
The popular Esplanade Scenic Railway is now more inclusive.
Keen walker celebrates 102nd birthday
A lack of secondary education did not stop Clive Davis from running his own businesses.
Celebrating the stitches that bind hearts and minds
Quilters say it is much more than chopping up fabric and sewing them back together.
Dancers celebrate four decades of putting their best feet forward
Palmerston North’s Over 50s Dance Group started in 1983.
Marchers call for God's peace for Palmerston North
March for Peace was organised by two former gang members and Legacy Church.
Seymour draws crowd in his birthplace
'This a phenomenal number of people to a supposedly minor party.'
Gabriela's business takes flight
The 16-year-old is promoting stuttering awareness through her business Stutterfly.
Mystery surrounds 105-year-old embroideries
The exquisite pieces could have been done by convalescing World War I servicemen.
Wheel Blacks: JT is firing on all four cylinders
'As far as I'm concerned, if I can do it, I will do it.'
Hokowhitu School prepares to celebrate centenary
Pupils will study the school's history ahead of the big weekend.
Kitten rescuer encourages everyone to support Treat Week
The six-year-old found four dumped kittens at Victoria Esplanade.
Centrepoint urges people to buy tickets after theatre flooded
Centrepoint Theatre wants to see the end of the drama on top of the building.
Jono Naylor: 'What’s my excuse for being depressed?'
The former mayor and MP would not give himself permission to be unwell.
Pasifika voices heard in words and verse
The zine was edited by Massey University artist in residence Feana Tu'akoi.
New pathway for Māori keen on health careers
Genetics student Amber Te Tau is grateful for the support she has received from Pūhoro.
A Pacific lens on healthcare
New nurse practitioner wants to help prevent children from being admitted to hospital.
A Pākehā's kōrero: Te reo Māori should be normal
Te Manawa chief executive shares his te reo journey.