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Action urged at rail crossing where bus driver killed, while tributes flow

September 19, 2020 0

There are pleas to improve the safety of a rail crossing where a beloved bus driver was killed.

American country singer Kenny Dale dies from coronavirus, aged 68

July 17, 2020 0

American country music singer Kenny Dale, who had a hit song with Bluest Heartache of the Year and was endearingly popular in New Zealand, has died at the age of 68.

World War II 'Forces' Sweetheart' singer Dame Vera Lynn dies aged 103

June 19, 2020 0

Dame Vera Lynn, the endearingly popular "Forces' Sweetheart" who serenaded British troops during World War II, has died at 103.

'The Gambler' has folded: Country music superstar Kenny Rogers dies aged 81

March 23, 2020 0

Crossover country music superstar Kenny Rogers, known for such hit songs as The Gambler, Lucille, Lady and Islands in the Stream, has died.

Local breakfast radio under threat, survey reveals

July 14, 2017 0

Locally produced radio programming continues to be of importance to Manawatū residents, but is under threat during the prominent weekday breakfast period, the latest commercial radio figures have confirmed.

John Key announces shock resignation as NZ Prime Minister after eight years

December 5, 2016 0

Prime Minister John Key has announced his shock resignation today as Prime Minister of New Zealand and leader of the National Party.

New Zealand cricket legend Martin Crowe, 53, dies following cancer battle

March 3, 2016 0

The man regarded as one of New Zealand's best batsmen died today, aged 53, following a long battle with cancer.

Duchess of Cambridge gives birth to princess

May 3, 2015 0

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have introduced their daughter to the world, as they left hospital to take her home to Kensington Palace.

MediaWorks to launch radio station for baby boomers

March 23, 2015 0

MediaWorks has announced a new nationwide radio brand entitled Magic, which will launch on April 20.

Bunty moves to The Breeze

January 19, 2015 0

The future for Waikato broadcaster Mark Bunting has been confirmed on his Facebook profile and by his new employers, MediaWorks Radio Waikato, with him hosting a new breakfast show on The Breeze Waikato.