Manawatū Spotlight

Chris tells us about the Cancer Society workings, the many types of cancer, how/where to get support or to volunteer as there are many roles available including fundraising, currently in particular for Daffodil Day. 

An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Ann speaks with Lael Marshall and Lou Lawrence from iLEAD Manawatū about a youth-led movement supporting disabled young people across Aotearoa. They discuss how iLEAD amplifies disabled youth voices, its local and national committees, conferences, advocacy work, and accessible programmes such as iDrive, iPride and Empowerment. Lael and Lou also share their own experiences of disability, belonging, leadership and the importance of creating opportunities for young disabled people to connect, self-advocate and help shape a more inclusive future.

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Penny and Carmen inform us about aspects of Diabetes and its treatment for all ages along with the workings of the Diabetes Trust and how you can get educated further about the disease.

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Ann discusses Parkinson’s disease with Stephen Parsons, including what causes it, the symptoms people may experience, and how it can affect movement, mood, sleep, speech, memory, and daily life. Stephen shares his own experience of diagnosis and living with Parkinson’s, while also highlighting the importance of support from whānau, health professionals, and local community groups. The conversation covers the Manawatū Parkinson’s support group, the Red Tulip Walk, options for practical assistance, and the need for better coordinated care for people living with the condition.

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Joe returns with information about public presentation opportunities about Maori Wars. Also he discusses War memorials and their upkeep/preservation, the Military Museum Centre at Linton Camp and the history of Palmerston North RSA.

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Kerry discusses social connection opportunities for those aged 55+ and for volunteers to assist in these on an individual basis.

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PNCC Mayor, Grant Smith, continues with updates for Annual Budget. This time about water, transport, airport, arena/stadium and cleaning the city streets.

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PNCC mayor Grant Smith brings news of submissions, discussions and results from 2026 Annual Budget.

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Palmerston North Home Library Service (ex Books In Homes) highlights how homebound readers, jigsaw puzzlers and users of other types of materials can avail themselves of these through volunteers' assistance.

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With the Annual Red Cross Book Sale upon us again, Mary Nash lets us in on the background to its success. Her speciality is "old books." Find out what constitutes an old book and lots of other interesting tidbits.

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