New Zealand experienced its coldest night of the year so far in the early hours of this morning, with temperatures plummeting to -12.5C at Lake Tekapo. According to MetService meteorologist Michael Pawley, the widespread cold snap brought sub-zero air temperatures as far north as Auckland, with frosty conditions reported across much of the country. Temperatures … Read more
Horizons Regional Council is converting three vacant Palmerston North lots, valued at a combined $3.5 million, into staff car parking due to uncertainty surrounding local government reforms. Chief executive Michael McCartney confirmed the decision to use the Victoria Avenue and Grey Street sites for parking following a pause on previous building development plans. Why is … Read more
Horowhenua College has dismissed staff member Asaria Saili following an investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior toward a student. The school confirmed the dismissal on Monday, noting that internal concerns regarding his conduct were upheld. Police and the Teaching Council continue to investigate the matter, according to school principal Grant Congdon. Why the dismissal occurred … Read more
Waiouru residents have been issued a precautionary notice to stop consuming tap water following the detection of aluminium levels significantly above the national safety standard. According to the Ruapehu District Council and the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF), a water sample collected on June 10 registered an aluminium concentration of 4.058 mg/L, exceeding the maximum … Read more
Missing Man Located After Triple-Fatal Crash on Desert Road A man who was initially believed to be missing following a fatal two-vehicle crash on the Desert Road has been located, police confirmed. Authorities clarified that the man was not actually in the vehicle at the time of the incident. The crash occurred on State Highway … Read more
WAIOURU — A tragic start to the King’s Birthday long weekend has left seven people dead on New Zealand’s roads, marking the highest holiday road toll in a decade. The latest incident, a triple-fatal crash near Waiouru in the early hours of Monday, has prompted a somber warning from authorities regarding safety on the nation’s … Read more
A Legacy of Justice: How Modern Policing is Evolving Beyond the Badge The recent recognition of Inspector Ross Grantham with the Officer of the Order of Merit serves as a powerful reminder of how the face of law enforcement is changing. With nearly 48 years of service, Grantham’s career—spanning the 1981 Springbok tour, the Wellington … Read more
OHAKUNE — A traditional Māori star compass, known as whana tongitongi, has been unveiled at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngāti Rangi in Ohakune, marking a significant step in reconnecting the next generation with ancient celestial knowledge. The compass, named Te Tatau o Rongonui, was opened at dawn on Thursday. It serves as a kāpehu … Read more
By Samantha Carter, Chief Editor The streets of Manawatū are becoming an increasingly volatile battleground as authorities struggle to contain a persistent wave of illegal street racing. Despite the implementation of targeted bylaws in Palmerston North, the anti-social road behavior has not vanished; it has simply migrated, leaving police to chase a mobile, social-media-driven subculture … Read more
The Rising Tide of Fuel Theft: How Small Businesses Are Fighting Back For independent fuel retailers, the forecourt is no longer just a place of commerce—it has become a high-stakes frontline. Recent incidents, such as the brazen triple-theft at a Manawatū family-owned garage, highlight a growing trend: organized fuel siphoning that targets vulnerable, small-scale operations. … Read more