Election 2020: Palmerston North candidates display passion at debate
ANALYSIS: Local candidates talking about local issues before local people shows value of debates away from leaders.
Cultural diversity not a panacea for solving New Zealand's health problems
OPINION: Picking medical students isn't a simple task, but it's one we must get right.
Five Palmerston North streets gain money
More than $500,000 in grants will be used to encourage walkers and cyclists to get out more.
Candidates tackle city's housing problem
Solutions thrown around at an election meeting included building more houses, removing the Resource Management Act and allowing renters to put down roots.
Cyclones knock over Wellington
Manawatū now have the edge over the women from the capital when it comes to qualifying for the Farah Palmer Cup semifinals.
Figures don't tell the whole story, neither do TV debates
OPINION: Judging by the drivel delivered by our political leaders in prime time this week, their performances are about as reliable as preferred PM polls when it comes to picking winners.
Glory days of city's centennial brought to life for sesqui celebration
Almost 50 years ago a royal visit, an “amuse-eum”, a beard-growing contest and a Miss Manawatū Centennial Spectacular marked Palmerston North’s 100 years.
Taking council conversations behind closed doors a bad look
OPINION: Palmerston North residents have a right to know what their elected officials are saying, particularly about multi-million-dollar projects.
Ah Wong slots into Turbos lineup
He's played in Australia and Japan, but is now back in New Zealand.
The trouble with the Vicar of Dibley's return is the new show isn't great
OPINION: TV series starring Dawn Fench is in need of a saving grace.
Palmerston North school commits to sign language
Freyberg High School and one of its teachers has been recognised for its efforts teaching one of New Zealand's official languages.
Titles for That's Us and Unicorns
The men's club basketball decider was a tight affair, while the women's one was more one-sided.
Palmerston North water supply slashed
The main pipe from Palmerston North's Turitea treatment plant has burst; officials plead for residents to conserve water.
Testing key to keeping MidCentral Covid-free
Health boss urges people not to write off a sniffle as hayfever and get a Covid test.
Cyclists score win with Manawatū River bridge demolition pause
Transport agency backs off demolishing old Manawatū River bridge after campaign from cyclists and letters to ministers.
Live: Palmerston North candidates' meeting
Candidates sell their wares at The People and The Politics, presented by Stuff and Manawatū People's Radio.
Killed police officer Matt Ratana remembered as 'really positive, good fella'
It's been almost three decades since Matt Ratana left to live fulltime in the UK but the ripples of his death are felt strongly back in NZ.
Cultural diversity not a panacea for solving New Zealand's health problems
OPINION: Picking medical students isn't a simple task, but it's one we must get right.
Figures don't tell the whole story, neither do TV debates
OPINION: Judging by the drivel delivered by our political leaders in prime time this week, their performances are about as reliable as preferred PM polls when it comes to picking winners.
Taking council conversations behind closed doors a bad look
OPINION: Palmerston North residents have a right to know what their elected officials are saying, particularly about multi-million-dollar projects.
The trouble with the Vicar of Dibley's return is the new show isn't great
OPINION: TV series starring Dawn Fench is in need of a saving grace.
Winging the captain's armband out wide a rarity
Jamie Booth's leadership from the wing was the first time the Manawatū men's rugby team have been guided from out wide since 1983.
Crispy lamb with cardamom and cumin
Crisp on the outside, melty and tender on the inside, this lamb dish is quite addictive.
The perfect partner just does not exist
It's not always easy, but standing in love is the key to making relationships work.
Orange-kissed roasted rhubarb
The dry heat concentrates the flavours, with the added bonus that less sugar can be used.
Upside-down pineapple cake with fresh mint and lemongrass
This cake is great because you can use whatever fruit is in season.
Honey Poppy Seed Bites
These little muffins are super light and only subtly sweet, making them perfect for breakfast
