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Drag queens are ready to slay in Palmy
'You still get the odd person that says you'll burn in hell.'
Rugby therapy: A special session that makes ‘Sense’
The popular Sense Rugby sessions are being held in Whanganui this week.
The Flow Collective coming to Ōhau Hall
The musicians are bringing a unique show celebrating the Whanganui River.
Log loader eyes Rural Games
Daniel Purcell to contest log loading champs at Rural Games
Female rugby player numbers nearly on par
Of the 4500 rugby players currently registered in the province, more than 2000 were female
Going berserk for work perk in a Herc
New Zealand's fleet of C-130H Hercules will soon be replaced by Lockheed Martin C-130J-30.
Shannon alive again after tough six months
The ordeal has brought business owners closer together as a collective though
Turfed out? Top trainer has to vacate stables
The 64-year-old trainer says he has tried to initiate mediation himself, but to no avail.
Rāhui placed as birds and fish die on lake
Some of the birds were barely alive when they found them and dying in front of them.
Floyd the thieving cat inspires new book
He brought home undies and socks - all sorts of loot - even a size 13 working mans boot
The Pig's on the sideline at Levin Domain
The home team in with a chance to win back some silverware at Levin Domain tomorrow.
Three on the trot for Horowhenua-Kāpiti
Horowhenua-Kāpiti finding ways to win the close matches in the 2021 Heartland competition
Grassroots support for Silver Lake deal
Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union in full support of new Silver Lake deal with NZRU.
Golden eel found during Foxton river work
'I got a shock because he was so bright. It does take you back.'
Ōhau man flown to hospital after explosion
Man flown to hospital in serious condition after an explosion at Ōhau near Levin.
Surveillance cameras watching Foxton Beach
More volunteers are needed to watch over surveillance cameras at Levin police station.
One for the good (old) guys
A team full of experience is behind winning Foxton horse.
What goes on in the Levin Menz Shed?
Levin Menz Shed to hold Open Day that was initially scuttled by the outbreak of Covid-19.
Late bid to save old Manawatū River bridge
Call to save the old Manawatū River bridge from demolition to ensure cyclist safety.
Safety first for Levin Racing Club
Investment in safety with new stalls at Levin gets a tick from visiting horse trainers.
Dead whale washes up at Hokio Beach
A huge dead whale has washed ashore at Hokio Beach near Levin this morning
Killa D's new album features collaborations
Levin rap artist Killa D, aka David Robertson, is poised to release a brand new album.
Trust's $100,000 business funding boost
Horowhenua New Zealand Trust offers $100,000 of support for local businesses.
Inspirational Shaz tackling Coast to Coast
Feilding women Shaz Dagg aims to be first women amputee to finish Coast to Coast event.
Boat arson: Police seek information
Police seek information from public from boat theft and arson in Ōhau last month.
Historic shed destroyed in Manakau fire
Dog's life saved but historic shed burnt to the ground in Manakau fire this afternoon.
Mum swamped with Covid-19 mask orders
Levin mother swamped with orders for Covid-19 masks made especially with children in mind.
Jack Lines, MBE, dug deep for roundabout
Jack Lines was committed to serving his community.
River users don't want big city sewage
Downstream users of Manawatū River urged to speak out over Palmerston North's wastewater.
Levin women the stars of film festival
Her latest documentary is getting under the skin of the international film community
Police seeking driver of red car
Police investigating Ōtaki murder seek driver that gave hitch-hiker a ride that weekend.
Beach dairy owner: Shake not that bad
Waitarere Beach Four Square owner said the earthquake had nothing on Christchurch.
Small-town netball team: You sponsored us we'll back you too
Shannon netball team shows the way in small-town economic fightback against Covid-19.
HDC CEO Clapperton praises staff
Horowhenua District Council CEO David Clapperton says staff critical to recovery.
'It just smashes you': Dad who's had swine flu and Covid 19 tells horror tale
Nightmare for Horowhenua family that returned from dream trip with coronavirus.
Punters of the year: Trio went from 40c to $32,720
At Hastings racecourse, a miracle happened.
Boarder battle: Trespassed homeowner facing huge debt
Foxton woman back home after sleeping on the street has tough times to overcome.