Video Journalist Whanganui, Manawatū and Taranaki, NZH Local Focus
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Local Focus: Two tickets for the price of one
New companion card a welcome accessory. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Epic local turnout for Papakai Park
Neighbour's initiative sparks community park clean-up. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmerston North's Stomach is being digitised
The Stomach poster archives preserved. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: One busy backbencher
Palmerston North MP, Tangi Utikere on his first year. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Creative streets ahead in Palmy
Colourful, inspiring and safe in Palmy. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Feilding jazzed up for holiday weekend
Manawatū Jazz Festival's generous programme. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Ceramics dangers brings studio safety caution
Health and safety is important to potters too. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Jazz for peace
Unesco International Jazz Day known only in Whanganui. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: What's in a zine?
Underground publishing popular with library and buyers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Setting fire to young people's ambitions
New initiative embraced at jobs expo. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Sound Valley set to blast off
The down-low on Sound Valley. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmerston North's Green MP enjoying new role
Activist-cum-Parliamentarian in his element. Made from funding by NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Founder reflects on opera school and Opera Week success
Future looks bright for Whanganui opera. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Fears world's worst noxious plant could take over
The weed that poses a huge threat to dairy cows. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: What do candidates say is Palmerston North's biggest issue?
Infrastructure, jobs and housing top the list. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Who is Ian McKelvie, National Party candidate for Rangitīkei?
Old school candidate for Rangitīkei. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Who is Ali Hale Tilley, Green candidate for Rangitīkei?
Candidate enjoying the country life. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmerston North candidates talk tax
Is taxing the wealthy to help the poor worthwhile? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Thumbs up for Mt Ruapehu skiers
Spring snow means ski season extended. Local Focus is made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Coal versus sustainable energy in Palmerston North
Palmerston North candidates on the dirty and the clean. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmerston North candidates defend party credibility
Candidates on credibility to end recession. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Who is William Wood, National Party candidate for Palmerston North?
Young business student running for Palmerston North. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Who is Teanau Tuiono, Green candidate for Palmerston North?
The Green Party candidate running in Palmerston North. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Who is Tangi Utikere, Labour candidate for Palmerston North?
Deputy Mayor looking for a promotion to MP. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmie streets' last party
Shopkeepers express support for pedestrian project. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Manawatū eels get special treatment
Palmerstonians encouraged to turn and face the river. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Rangitīkei electorate explained
Explore the Rangitīkei electorate and its vast woolshed. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: 'House doctor' available remotely for organisations and their members
Using technology to cut carbon emissions and time. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmerston North electorate explained
An overview of the Palmerston North electorate. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: 'A gold medal day' for KiwiRail
Plans progress for Kiwirail freight hub. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Ticket sales strong for first gig at the Arena
Arena Manawatū ready to expand capacity for first post-lockdown show.
Local Focus: Better late than never - Ruapehu snowmaking under way
An extra-busy season is expected for local businesses. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Wildbase Recovery where it's a good day if there's nothing to see
Tuatara and rare birds at rehab centre for animals. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Iconic hotel a hit with Kiwis
Deals at the Chateau Tongariro attracting holidaymakers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Safety campaign targets duckshooting
Every 'accident' was avoidable. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Glorious weather for boats
Record boaties head out after lockdown. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Drastic changes to NZ Motorsport likely
Televised motorsport without crowds being considered. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Local Focus: The perfumery in the most unlikely place
The scent of Paris on the corner of SH1 and SH3. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Te Āpiti welcomes drivers to Ashhurst
Art design and native planting greet visitors. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Local Focus: Student rents and commute times make UCOL attractive
"A myriad of options" UCOL claims. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Because Methven - why comedy is coming to the provinces
Playing the regions to rehearse their Netflix special. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Local Focus: Minister delivers more putea to forestry and related industries
Focus on infrastructure and value add for development. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Local Focus: Diversity brings new faces to councils
New-look councils moving with the times. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayoral candidate ups the ante on climate crisis
From UN to PN, lawyer would declare climate emergency. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: From Congo to Council
Candidate brings diversity to mayoral race. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
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.
Local Focus: Welcoming immigrants of all ages
Being welcome is the start of successful immigration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Mayor reckons Palmerston North is thriving
"You're only as strong as your perceived weakest link". Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Company culture the key to expansion
Curry nights were 'an interesting one being an Indian'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Palmerston North a welcoming city
A special pōwhiri for new arrivals to Palmerston North. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
The food show for the food industry
NZ's largest specialist food distributor goes on tour. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Locals show support for refugees
Big increase in locals at Refugee Day celebration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Measles cases are a case for vaccines
The case for immunising is strong. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: New lights, new bridge, new glowing path of rocks
Colourful bridges connect Massey Uni to Palmy downtown. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Farmers make art to fight depression
Kimbolton Sculpture Festival - art show with a message. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Marton Harvest Festival a weekend to celebrate
Scary scarecrows, harvest brides and winning brews. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Council flats 'setting the standard' for social housing
First new social housing development in 30 years. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
The harmless looking tree wreaking havoc on our land
Wilding pines smother wildlife, natives and everything. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
From Harlem to Awapuni, basketball rejuvenates tired suburb
New park attracts international basketball superstars. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Great Scot! Highland Games turns 155
Turakina hosted its 155th Highland Games. Made with funding from NZ On Air.