Manawatu Standard - October 28, 2025

Food charity takes a hit

Tessa Thompson a triumph in reinmagined classic

Businesses expand into region

The ‘fake’ artists vying for the coveted counterfeiting crown

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Suppression to be re-examined

Dobbyn’s fond memories of city

How a split-second decision saved a life on the Grey River

Abuse in state care climbs

Latest changes to curriculum leave educators daunted

Tour of Southland postponed

Measles cases confirmed at two schools

Global trade chaos puts squeeze on Pacific cocoa and NZ buyers

Why ‘spooky season’ has investors on edge

Good, the bad and the ugly debt

An enchanting story waiting to unfold

Argentina’s midterm election a pivotal test for Trump ally

The drift into authoritarianism

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Kurdish rebel group says it’s pulling fighters from Turkey

Suspects arrested over Louvre raid

China, US edge closer to trade deal

US increases pressure on Maduro

The pink and white hues of Clematis montana

Hedda: Triumphant showcase for Tessa Thompson

Anarchic animated musical out of this world

Prequel to scare you into summer

Your guide to the week’s best on Sky and free-to-air TV

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Warmhearted star of Lassie and Lost in Space

TODAY IN HISTORY

‘Bumped’ Parker fights on

NZ better in loss to Mexico

Gold slips away from Kiwi team on final day

At a glance

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Cup showdown is only focus for Silver Ferns

Norris wins in Mexico as Lawson retires early

Sun comes up short in Guangzhou final

Alker banks another win on Champions Tour

Five-star Price triumphs in Pau again

‘Funky’ Foulkes steps up for Black Caps

Limp exit for White Ferns