The 32-year-old victim grasped at the mud with his hands as he was dragged on his back.

But while their mother recalls son's aggression, she denies hearing an alleged confession.

Wire Reddington says he didn't kill Jamie Gill - but if he did he was insane at the time.

The incident started in Featherston and lasted nearly two hours.

MetService said damage to trees, power lines, and unsecured structures were possible.

South Wairarapa farmers say rural and urban interests can be worlds apart.

It's alleged staff stuffed $23k into an envelope and handed it to the 89-year-old widow.

Police received reports of the incident at 3.40pm.

Whanganui head straight to the top of the ladder.

One experienced nurse said the demand in recent weeks had 'brought staff to their knees'.

Not just those in economically-deprived areas needing help, middle-income struggling too.

A lot of time and effort goes into breeding and training a working dog.

Jamie Strang on rowing, and raising money for Farmstrong.

'Final chapter' in a century-long dispute between the Crown, settlers, and Wairarapa Māori

The driver was the sole occupant of the car and died at the scene.

'The next generation plays a critical role in sustaining our economy.'

The pair had been training for an upcoming 32km circuit race in Gore.

Metlink data shows trains arrive at stations punctually less than a quarter of the time.

Farm manager Ben Purua and Wairarapa Moana ki Pouākani Incorporation honoured at awards.

Disappearance and death of horses during the storm highlighted the need for microchips.

The train tracks were laid too narrow at times, causing vibrations and speed restrictions.

“Some people are finding it hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel.”

Police received the first call just after 3am.

The $30 million win is the largest jackpot of 2024 so far.

'Good on them'.

David Buick was almost killed and wondered if he would ever walk again.

A 2021 farm accident left Wairarapa shearer wondering if he'd even walk again.