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How a race weekend became a dream come true for Norm Stewart
‘Dream burst into reality’ when La Dulcin’ee recorded an emotionally charged win.

Mother-daughter showdown set for NZ Manu championship final
Defending champion Fa’atupuinati Berking will compete against her mother, Honani.

Pilot injured after plane makes forced landing inland from Manawatū coast
The pilot activated a personal locator beacon about 12.50pm.

Man with brain damage refused booze at Countdown supermarkets for looking drunk
Two Countdown stores refused Grant Pratt so he took them to the Human Rights Commission.

Man’s body found on Horowhenua beach, police make plea for information
The man was last seen between midnight and 2am on Thursday morning.

Jockey forges signature to withdraw brother’s race winnings
Ashvin Mudhoo needed the money to help with a new visa application.

'They’ll soon get the message': Time for crackdown on pitch invaders, ex rugby boss says
Sports watchers are fed up with the antics of pitch invaders, ex rugby union boss says.

Trial with $600k cash and 11kg meth: Man convicted on multiple drug charges
Guilty verdicts after police seize 11kg of meth, $600,000 cash, and 17 phones.

‘Helpless screams’: Puppies beaten by owner with a fence paling
Crimson Toto beat his two puppies with a fence paling. One never recovered.

One of priest’s victims feigned appendicitis hoping to avoid boarding school abuse
Michael O'Donnell is the third Hato Pāora College staffer to be convicted of sex crimes.

‘It’s a superpower’: Māori values propel RNZAF leader to historic role in Australia
It is the first time a Kiwi has held such a high-ranking role in the RAAF.

How Savaglee’s performance could redefine his racing career
Savaglee's draw, barrier four, gives him an advantage to stay close to the leaders.

‘Fantastic’ tip-off: Teen spotted with armful of firearms
A member of the public contacted police after witnessing the 'strange' sight.

Shearing it around: Huge weekend of action from north to south
Competitions throughout NZ will culminate in solo world record attempt on Monday.

Third murder charge laid after man found dead at Levin park
There have now been three men charged with murder.

Celebrating community and history as we say farewell
OPINION: The enduring legacy of local stories in the Horowhenua Chronicle.

From Foxton with love: Gazza’s pop-up cards bring joy
Gary Stewart said the cards are a great way to promote his favourite place.

Vicki says goodbye to local paper
Vicki Timpson said the paper has a long and proud history.

Horowhenua District Council and iwi sign partnership
The council and iwi celebrate a new partnership with ceremony and kapa haka.

Signing off after seven years
So long, thanks for the fish from the team at Horowhenua Chronicle for those 131 years.

Farewell to the 'Chron': Former Horowhenua Chronicle reporter shares memories
Frankie Webb reflects on her decade reporting for the Horowhenua Chronicle.