Local councils are 'the best placed' to decide on their representation.

O’Neill, who enjoys life in a small town, has published her seventh book.

Targeted rates used more to fund specific things like community board.

Shamubeel Eaqub says Horowhenua needs to be ready for whatever the expressway brings.

High usage means you have a leak: do not delay fix it, proof it to avoid a hefty bill.

Council saves considerably by listening to growing opposition.

The minister cites years of budget blowouts and cancellations for the change.

The mechanical, structural, and electrical upgrades will cost almost $36m.

'We want the best option for our ratepayers.'

The contract for this work expires at the end of the year and the change will save money

Delay gives more time to do a better job, including collecting more data from water users.

Representation to community organisations also rates highly for elected members.

Society is determined to save the war memorial hall for community use against all odds.

Chris Bishop is working on a decades-long infrastructure plan.

Elderly shoppers for whom the daily shop is also a social outing feel they're chased away.

De Heemskerck was the first European ship to sail south of Australia and visit NZ.

Chris Barber from the Bond Store shared his innovative story.

The council wants to retain the skatepark somewhere in the town centre.

Electrical workers, road workers, would appreciate patience and respect rather than abuse.

Delegation in New Zealand to talk about their favourite stock.

The next steps will be announced, and the society needs more members too.

Welington is stepping way beyond its mandate with binding referendum threat.

Society proposes a fourth option to the council: sell to us.

Everyone remembers where they were when the news came.

Horowhenua District Council is once again consulting on the sale of this hall.

Help benchmark your business against others.

They broke in to grab tools and used those to stage a second raid at Zero Waste Ōtaki.

Personalised services is just the start.

Come and talk about what you want from local public transport.

Grow up weird and yet be a success doing what you love.

Tiwana Tibble takes inspiration from many local leaders that have shaped his thinking.

American college baseball player Scott Laur instrumental in programme.

Three waters, insurance, depreciation and insurance account for 14 per cent of increase.

Viewing and photographic opportunities present themselves well.

Without hard work and determination Fiona Greig wouldn't be where she is today.

Tthe Plan Change 4 will be operative on March 26.

The theme this year is “I Beg You ... Bear With One Another in Love”.

Revitalisation of the War Memorial Hall site is part of ambitious transformation plan.

“I had great, inspiring, teachers at who instilled confidence and self-belief."

Local MP has pop-up clinic around the region.

Original deed of land transfer for Foxton War memorial Hall is still missing.

Discarded, old machines are lovingly turned into pristine tools.

Great weather and plenty of visitors for Waitangi Day celebrations at Donnelly Park.

A full list of all the results.

Food and garden waste must be diverted from the landfill from 2030.

The last Harvest Weekend was held four years ago.

Lois Monaghan-Shannon has been making quilts for decades.

Friday is a busy day as all participants get ready for the first ever Royal AP&I Show.

Foxton pools will offer spa pool and swim school.

'Local businesses have already noticed an increase in traffic.'

You do not need to know how: the Levin bridge Club gives lessons.

Brain injuries are life changing and can even lead to personality changes, says Dewi Bone.

Involvement with the show is a family tradition going across generations.

Fenz has put coastal areas on notice because of high wind, dry conditions and lack of rain

In the sheep section alone an extra 100 competitors are expected to show.

All the asbestos had been stripped out of the building before the big fire in November.

At least 70 bikes have been donated for use by refugees recently settled in Levin.

Appeal Court decision can be a catalyst for new collaboration, says Te Rūnanga o Raukawa.

FWMH Society presents material they believe will stop the sale.

The annual competition of lighting up the district is growing each year.

'As owners we have always fought hard to protect the mauri and life force of our taonga.'

The health shuttle is an essential service run by the Foxton beach Community Centre.

'The ones matter; they add up, they multiply, they have this rippling effect.'

Businesses and homeowner have done their best to bring some join to Horowhenua.

15th edition of the Harvey Bowler Avenue of Trees has attracted many first-time entries.

Half an hour after the kids have gone to bed: go outside, enjoy the fresh air.

"We can serve our community so much better with these new facilities."

Without a detailed plan all that has been achieved in Foxton will come to nothing.

He takes on the head coach role of the CD age-group side where his career began.

Road works on state highways may cause delays this summer.

The Horowhenua AP&I Show has impressed the Royal Agricultural Society.

Plenty of spot prizes to be won for riders.

All the Vaughan grandkids had the chance to show off their skills in granddad's boats.

Cooperation has moved things along swiftly.

Former farm cattle race deemed perfect for multiple forms of public access.

Council accused of disrespecting the dead, especially those who gave their lives in war.

Musical director David Maas to join Levin and Districts Brass for performance.

Charlie and Chrissy Pedersen have made their mark on Foxton and beyond.