Fraudsters told Michael Hawk he had won $200,000 as part of a Facebook promo.

The pair argue they wouldn't have followed through with the deal, and it was only fantasy.

Readers write: Childish National MPs; council's 'Living wage' vote; a flower named Folau

Meadow James and Ihaia McPhee Maxwell died after a crash in Palmerston North.

Two service stations and a liquor store were robbed within a week.

Teen driver who was breaching bail conditions died after crash which also killed a girl.

Laundromat owner says no children have been locked in machines at other outlets.

Eight rose plants were stolen from the garden, which has been robbed several times.

Firefighters in Whanganui forced to break door to release boy tonight.

The store was targeted by two people wielding weapons who stole cash and cigarettes.

I kick myself more for what I didn't do and say, than feel proud of what I achieved

Frustration from Premier rugby teams wearing different jersey numbers from official lists

Mark Vette is on a mission to teach dog trainers new tips and tricks. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Security camera concerns - who sees what and is privacy at risk?

Mark is on a mission to teach dog trainers new tricks. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Town vs Country on June 1 as players vie for a spot in the Whanganui Heartland rugby team.

While skiers now can feast on pre-winter photos, 100 years ago the sport barely existed.

From July 1 plastic bags will be gone and customers will be encouraged to take their own.

Ten Year old Aria is in the business of bees. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

One of NZ's best artists, Shane Cotton talks art, culture and identity. Made with funding from NZ On Air

News in brief: Fake banknotes; animal activist; Winter Wonderfest and crime prevention

Police found a bong, some cannabis and a glass pipe in Shannon Barker-Pehi's bedroom

It's wet and a bit chilly, so rug up and remember to pack a brolly this weekend

Like Harry and Meghan, Ray and Ngaire met on a blind date. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Rural NZ school pulls performance of The Toy Soldier amid criticisms the play is racist.

Family has cash to buy a home in Auckland but nobody is home. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Myrtle rust has reached Feilding, Hawera and Palmerston North. Now it's in Whanganui.

Whanganui situation reflects dire straits of Maori midwife workforce around the country.

Warnings from Palmerston North police to be aware of fake money

Crews taking core samples in important part of process.