Manawatu
Conflicting E coli test results prompt changes
The Tararua District Council is changing its testing methods after receiving both positive and clear water readings for E coli in Pahiatua's water supply. Video
High demand for bottled water in Pahiatua
New World Pahiatua is selling bottled water at cost as demand remains high since the town's water bore head tested positive for E Coli last Friday. Audio
Pahiatua residents told to boil water until given all-clear
Pahiatua residents have to wait at least two more days before a precautionary notice to boil water can be lifted after it tested positive for E-Coli. Tararua District Council Mayor Roly Ellis joins… Video, Audio
Pahiatua residents still need to boil their water
Pahiatua residents will have to continue boiling their water until at least tomorrow, despite a clear sample being recorded yesterday.
E coli in Pahiatua water supply prompts warning
The North Island town of Pahiatua has issued a boil water notice after E coli was discovered in the source of the town's water supply.
Investigation begins after deadly fire
A person has died after a fire in the Manawatu town of Feilding.
Farm call-outs through a vet's eyes
This week three North Island vets talk about work they've been doing lately: from correcting a twisted uterus, to testing the solids content of colostrum, and dealing with a calving when they calf has… Audio
Drone Racing
A New Zealand team is heading to the World Drone Racing Championships taking place in Hawaii in October, and the sport seems poised to hit the big time, with ESPN broadcasting live coverage of the US… Audio, Gallery
Man dies after being trapped in potato picker
A Horowhenua man has died after being trapped in a potato picker.
Manganui field delighted with heavy snow
The huge dump of snow which has closed roads and knocked out power to homes has also delighted ski fields, particularly the unheralded club-run Manganui field on Mt Taranaki. Video, Audio
Colin Cox: Pioneer Deer Farmer and Possumer - Pt 7
Colin Cox was involved in the very beginnings of deer farming in New Zealand and with the development of possum fibre for use in clothing. He's written a memoir which Country Life has turned into a… Audio
New flights into Whanganui save airport from closure
New flights into Whanganui Airport have saved it from potentially being closed - and given it a vital link to the outside world, the city's mayor says. Video, Audio
PNC: Still Jonah 95
PNC talks to Sam Wicks about taking inspiration from NZ sporting legends on The Luke Vailima EP. Audio
Push to end councils' obligation be put public notices in papers
A Palmerston North newspaper's costly failure to print a public notice has prompted calls for a change to the way councils get information to the public.
Man dies in Ashurst house fire
A man has died in a house fire in Ashurst. The Manawatu fire chief says the lack of smoke alarms gave the resident no chance to escape. Audio
Colin Cox: Pioneer Deer Farmer and Possumer - Part 5
Colin Cox was involved in the very beginnings of deer farming in New Zealand and with the development of possum fibre for use in clothing. He's written a memoir which Country Life has turned into a… Audio
Colin Cox: Pioneer Deer Farmer and Possumer - Part 4
Colin Cox was involved in the very beginnings of deer farming in New Zealand and with the development of possum fibre for use in clothing. He's written a memoir which Country Life has turned into a… Audio
Slopes set to open on Ruapehu
Skifields on Mount Ruapehu are preparing to open their more of their slopes this weekend.
Colin Cox: Pioneer Deer Farmer and Possumer - part 3
Colin Cox was involved in the very beginnings of deer farming in New Zealand and with the development of possum fibre for use in clothing. He's written a memoir which Country Life has turned into a… Audio
SH3 closed at Manawatu Gorge
State Highway 3 remains blocked through the Manawatu Gorge after a truck broke through barriers and plunged into the river.