Manawatu
The 90's File - Riley Kennedy
Our guest on the 90s file this week is keen to tell stories about farming and its people, despite ructions to the media landscape. Audio
The 90's File - Riley Kennedy
Our guest on the 90s file this week is keen to tell stories about farming and its people, despite ructions to the media landscape.
AudioFeilding comes alive
Feilding lost its usual Friday bustle during the Covid-19 lockdown with the historic stockyards closed and the farmers' market shuttered. But it came to life again last week when the lockdown lifted… Audio, Gallery
Feilding comes alive
Feilding lost its usual Friday bustle during the Covid-19 lockdown with the historic stockyards closed and the farmers' market shuttered. But it came to life again last week when the lockdown lifted…
AudioTrain's speed and track condition blamed for crash
An investigation into the derailment of a log train in Palmerston North last year has found the speed of the train and the condition of the tracks were the likely cause.
Time to Bloom
Orchid-grower Eva Yin came to New Zealand as an international student from Weihai in China 14 years ago. She arrived with just a suitcase and a desire to do something different. Now she cultivates… Audio
Time to Bloom
Orchid-grower Eva Yin came to New Zealand as an international student from Weihai in China 14 years ago. She arrived with just a suitcase and a desire to do something different. Now she cultivates…
AudioPhotographer Laurence Aberhart returns to Whanganui
He was the first ever artist-in-residence at Whanganui's Tylee Cottage, and now, 34 years later, Laurence Aberhart is the first to return. Laurence first spent time at the cottage in 1986, and… Audio
Green food for a green future
Country Life heads to Manawatu and drops in on New Zealand's first spirulina farm which grows the bright green protein-rich superfood from tiny algae. It's hoped the farm's French-style artisan model… Audio, Gallery
Green food for a green future
Country Life heads to Manawatu and drops in on New Zealand's first spirulina farm which grows the bright green protein-rich superfood from tiny algae. It's hoped the farm's French-style artisan model…
AudioTop scientist hits out over Massey shake-up
Professor James Dale joins The Panel to talk about a huge shake-up facing Massey University's College of Sciences. Audio
Battle to contain fire in Ruapehu district
Dozens of firefighters are putting out a rubbish fire in Ruapehu district.
From Farm Junk to Feel-Good Art
A gypsy caravan-maker is among people in Manawatu who are beavering away in their garages and farm sheds turning rusting iron tools, fencing wire and other bits and pieces into works of art for the… Audio, Gallery
From Farm Junk to Feel-Good Art
A gypsy caravan-maker is among people in Manawatu who are beavering away in their garages and farm sheds turning rusting iron tools, fencing wire and other bits and pieces into works of art for the…
AudioThe Polish children of Pahiatua
In this episode of Voices; we hear how 700 Polish children made an unlikely journey from the depths of Siberia to the New Zealand countryside. Episode by Piotr Wolodzko : Stories from the Eastern… Audio
The Polish children of Pahiatua
In this episode of Voices; we hear how 700 Polish children made an unlikely journey from the depths of Siberia to the New Zealand countryside. Episode by Piotr Wolodzko : Stories from the Eastern…
AudioElderly warned to not let strangers inside home after 90yo seriously injured
Elderly Levin residents are urged not to open their door to strangers after a 90-year-old was attacked in her home.
Allocating Water for Dates
Plant and Food Research is working the the Middle East to help an environment agency there know how much water can be safely allocated to date plantations. It's an extension of the work it has been… Audio
Allocating Water for Dates
Plant and Food Research is working the the Middle East to help an environment agency there know how much water can be safely allocated to date plantations. It's an extension of the work it has been…
AudioHospital nurses burnt out and end up quitting - union
Poor facilities and under-resourcing at Palmerston North Hospital left a nurse in tears daily, ultimately leading her to resign.
