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Blowtorches, chainsaws, stolen plants: Vandals plague Masterton
Plants being stolen near the Wairarapa Soldiers’ Memorial Cenotaph among problems.
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‘Does NZ First really need Ron Mark? ’: Former Defence Minister leaving election door open
Mark says, 'every day is a new thought of no', but he isn't confirming what he'll do.
Deep Freeze: Bitter frosts sweep NZ, one town plunges to -8C
Motorists are encouraged to watch out for dangerous black ice.
Court signs off Wairarapa solar farm after extended review of conditions
The developer has been ordered to pay $320,683 in costs to the council.
'Never let it consume her': Prominent Masterton businesswoman dies from cancer
Entrepreneur Georgina Falloon founded Willow Shoes for Long Feet in 2000.
'Let sleeping dogs lie': Should convicted child rapist be allowed to remain in camping club?
David Triggs was jailed for sexual offences, including raping a girl in a tent.
Just 54c left: Former Hansells firm’s creditors face $6.4m loss
Walter & Wild bought Hansells’ assets for $6.08m after forcing receivership.
'Change is brewing': Wild rain and humid nights to end calm autumn spell
Most regions are set to see rain by Thursday, with heavier bursts in the west.
Mystery cry for help at Masterton river - search finds nothing
Police have now closed the case.
Search underway after cries for help near Wairarapa river
Search and Rescue teams have been called to the Masterton river.
Airport security, pilot training, AirPods, drones and rockets eyed in rules shake-up
Aviation industry groups say the Government's plans will remove 'perverse' regulations.
Police warn of dodgy gardeners after elderly man billed $3500 for two hours' work
The alleged scammers drove the man in his 70s to the bank to get the cash.
Farms, vineyard warn water race closure could force shutdowns
'If we don’t have water, we don’t have stock.'
Four farmers, a forgotten grain and the pasta-maker bringing it to the plate
Their pasta now reaches about 40 outlets nationwide as demand grows.
Car fleeing police over alleged meat theft stopped on Remutaka Hill Road
Police say a bag of meat was allegedly stolen from a Masterton shop.
NZ Post backs down on decision to pull services for 10 lucky stores
Wellington's Marsden Books was one of 10 successful stores around the country.
'I've got to drive': The towns with little choice amid fuel crisis
'I think people are going to have to look at car-sharing, or going without a car.'
Are you $15m richer? Here are the Lotto Powerball numbers
What would you do with all that money?
Woolworths boss warns supermarket break-up could push grocery prices higher
Woolworths NZ keeps just 2.3c from every $1, with 62c going to suppliers.
Kiwis dominate World Shearing and Woolhandling Champs
NZ claimed an unprecedented five wins in six events at the Golden Shears World Champs.
No $10m winners: Lotto Powerball will roll over again
Wednesday will be the next chance to win big.
Kiwi hopes soar at world shears in Masterton
Kiwi shearers impress as early Golden Shears results boost home hopes.
Could you be $6m richer? Here are the Lotto Powerball numbers
Some players have walked away with big prizes.
600 competitors, 6000 sheep: Golden Shears world champs return to Masterton
The championships will be held on March 4-7 at the town’s War Memorial Stadium.