Quick-thinking ref saved teen from life in a wheelchair
Luckily, referee James Kendrick had experience as volunteer St John first responder.
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Man lost sense of taste, smell, after assault: police seeking information a year on
The victim suffered serious head injuries and had to be put into a drug-induced coma.
Second person dies following one-way bridge crash
A second person has died following a crash on a one-way bridge.
Sex offender stops trial after hearing victims' evidence
A sex offender changed his plea to guilty after hearing the evidence of his victims
Victim of Palmerston North road crash named
The woman who died following a two-car crash in Palmerston North was Nicola Anne Murphy.
28-year-old in two-car crash dies
A 28-year-old woman has died after her car collided with another vehicle earlier today
Woman makes plans to prostitute 10yo granddaughter
The pair argue they wouldn't have followed through with the deal, and it was only fantasy.
Fatal pursuit: 'Life is more precious than jumping in a stolen car'
Think of the consequences, distraught friend urges after police chase death.
'It's the second time': Mum of 12yo killed in pursuit crash stunned
Meadow James and Ihaia McPhee Maxwell died after a crash in Palmerston North.
Second death after Palmerston North car crash
Teen driver who was breaching bail conditions died after crash which also killed a girl.
One dead after police pursuit near Palmerston North
Police and emergency services are at a fatal crash in Longburn, near Palmerston North.
Dog guru trains the trainers
Mark is on a mission to teach dog trainers new tricks. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'I don't want a pet cat or dog, I want bees'
Ten Year old Aria is in the business of bees. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Shane Cotton and the future for Māori
One of NZ's best artists, Shane Cotton talks art, culture and identity. Made with funding from NZ On Air
Whanganui news: Fake banknotes; animal activist; Winter Wonderfest and crime prevention
News in brief: Fake banknotes; animal activist; Winter Wonderfest and crime prevention
Myrtle rust found in central Whanganui
Myrtle rust has reached Feilding, Hawera and Palmerston North. Now it's in Whanganui.
Police: Beware of fake $50 notes
Warnings from Palmerston North police to be aware of fake money
Woman sings to animals as they head for slaughterhouse
New Whanganui resident Sandra Kyle is an animal rights activist.
New YMCA Central CEO ready to make a difference for youth
Aaron Palmer has returned home and wants to connect with kids and make a difference.
Daycare death report: Staff 'did wonder if he had fallen'
Parents deny Education Ministry's claim of earlier fall ascribed to pathologist.
Death threats for owner of daycare, as second incident revealed
Preschool owner said Ava-Rose was hurt on a slide on her first day.
Police release image of alleged armed robber
Police are asking for help finding a man who robbed a Cash Converters employee.
Te Auraki - the return of three NZDF personnel
Three NZDF personnel returned to their families. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Project Te Auraki has landed
The first 3 of 37 NZDF personnel who died overseas have returned home. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Daycare tragedy: Family demand answers after toddler's death
Police and WorkSafe are investigating after 20-month-old died of a brain bleed.
20-month-old's tragic daycare fall: 'A brain bleed and we didn't know'
Parents vow to speak out after their 20-month-old son died following daycare fall.
Guard allegedly poked with dildo, assaulted
Security guard punched in the face while escorting members of a stag do out of building.
One critical after early morning crash in Palmerston North
The injured person was taken to hospital following the collision.
Investigation into preschool after child's death
The child died in hospital on November 9 last year.
Mayor frustrated by Māori ward 'myths'
Palmerston North Mayor settles Māori ward myths. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Ninety-year-old accompanies teens on Te Araroa trail walk
Walking the trail offers youth education, healing and rehabilitation, trust believes.