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'I gave up telling anyone': Former Lake Alice patient accuses doctor of rape
'He would take me into a side room ... and give me a needle of drugs.'
Whanganui employers struggling to find staff
Employers now need to make jobs attractive in order to keep staff.
Local Focus: Budding herbalist joins alternative medicine market
Market apothecary gaining a loyal following. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
New report shines light on the shape of crime in Whanganui
A new survey has shone a light on the state of crime within the Whanganui-Manawatū region.
Have you seen this man?
Shayden Hikaka-Beattie has links to the Manawatū and South Taranaki areas.
'Ridiculous' or 'necessary' - is an EV subsidy a good idea?
'They're targeting the very people they're supposed to be helping,' one farmer says.
'You could hear them screaming': Former Lake Alice survivor recalls electric shock punishment
Hake Halo was given electric shocks as a punishment at Lake Alice Psychiatric Hospital.
First rail tour group gets 'royal treatment'
Two new rail options look set to boost the Ruapehu winter visitor season.
Motorcyclist stable after crash near Kaitoke
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash at Kaitoke.
Walking the Tongariro Crossing for a good cause
"The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a completely different experience during the winter."
Obituary: Vonnie Cave remembered for photography, gardening
Vonnie Cave was a renowned gardener, photographer, author and traveller.
Whanganui acupuncturist welcomes inclusion under health Act
Whanganui acupuncturist welcomes inclusion under health Act.
Whanganui man jailed for manslaughter
Hikitia Rawiri Hakaraia pleaded guilty to the charges in March.
Local Focus: Creative streets ahead in Palmy
Colourful, inspiring and safe in Palmy. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'You have to have your wits about you': Cyclists say cars not stopping
Police have been told that vehicles are failing to stop for red lights in Glasgow St.
Overseas acts lined up for Ohakune Mardi Gras
NZ is 'the only place in the world where you can play to huge crowds'.
Local Focus: Health reforms are an opportunity for Māori
Newest member of Whanganui DHB considers its future. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Taihape blaze 'escalated to a second alarm response'
A fire investigator is now on the scene.
Heavy rain warnings issued for parts of South Island
Heavy rain and strong wind warnings are in place for parts of New Zealand.
Wet & Forget: The unforgettable rise of a multimillion-dollar Kiwi firm
Rod Jenden: "We've been through some pretty tough times... I can tell you it's not easy."
'Booming' Upokongaro now a destination
"We've gone from a sleepy, country cafe to a place to visit and a destination."
New Zealand Glassworks gets first resident
Her residency is the only one of its kind in New Zealand.
Palmerston North Airport reopening following 'bomb scare' threat
Police: Inquiries into the threat are ongoing.
Hipango returns to Parliament after 'reflecting and spring cleaning'
She has spent the past few months in 'recovery mode'.
From 'stop-go guy' to whānau business venture
"I always thought that was one of the hardest jobs I've been a part of."
Six-year-old Jethro Chiet looking forward to life after cancer battle
"The world is a better place with him in it."
Whanganui golfer hits his fourth hole-in-one
"I've got mates who still haven't got one, so hopefully they'll be next."
Person seriously injured in Waitōtara motorcycle crash
The motorcycles were part of a larger group of about 20 bikes.
Kiwi artist featured on reggae legends UB40's new album
One song features one of the last vocal recordings of House of Shem founder Carl Perkins
Local Focus: Feilding jazzed up for holiday weekend
Manawatū Jazz Festival's generous programme. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Two people injured in SH1 crash north of Bulls
The crash happened just after 5.30am on Thursday.
Crews battle Taumarunui vegetation fire
The fire was controlled on Tuesday evening, but crews are returning to check hot spots.
Truck and train collision victim named
Police and the Transport Accident Commission are investigating the crash.