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Manawatu Conversations

MPR - Manawatu People"s Radio

Local people giving recollections of the past, sometimes opinions of the future. Hear about the lives of people in your local community, where they are from and what they have experienced. Discover how the area has changed over the years.

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Episode 406 - Viv Stanley Part 2 of 2

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/03/03

Viv Stanley chats about what it’s really like to share a home with a long-time friend. She talks about balancing different habits, keeping communication open, and planning together as life changes. From dividing up tasks to supporting each other emotionally and practically, Viv shares why the arrangement works so well when the fit is right.Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

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0:29:38

Episode 405 - Viv Stanley Part 1 of 2

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/02/24

Viv Stanley shares how she and a long‑time friend chose to buy and live in a spacious, future‑proof home together in Feilding. After selling their separate houses, they designed a setup that balances independence and companionship, with two private living areas, equal master bedrooms, and accessible features. Viv also talks through the legal planning, shared costs, and clear agreements that make their co‑ownership secure, practical, and friendship‑friendly. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 404 - John Dermer Part...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/02/17

John Dermer describes his long involvement in farm forestryFarm forestry began in the 1950s and spread nationwide He planted mainly radiata pine on his farm Trees were used for timber, shelter, and land protection Creeks and rivers were fenced and planted early Pruning and thinning aimed to produce clear wood Floods in 2004 caused major damage despite planting Trees did not prevent severe erosion in extreme floods Government support helped with recovery and repairs Farming reforms in the 1980s were

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 403 - John Dermer Part...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/02/10

John Dermer grew up on a farm and began farming work in 1963. He spent two years at Homewood Station in the Wairarapa. He later studied for a sheep farming diploma at Massey University. John valued formal agricultural education and lifelong learning. He used farm advisors throughout most of his farming career. Boarding at Whanganui Collegiate was a positive and formative experience. After Massey, he completed a period of compulsory army training. His father bought additional farms so both sons

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 402 - Mike Lawrence on...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/02/03

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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0:28:49

Manawatu Conversations Episode 401 - Eric Bodell

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/01/27

Radio was once the main source of entertainment in the family homeFamilies gathered around the radio for music, requests, and shared routines Television later disrupted this shared listening culture and changed family life Palmerston North originally had only one commercial radio station, 2ZA Non-commercial national radio later filled a gap for listeners seeking alternatives Once all radio stations operated on the AM band, now most have switched to FM. Technical staff numbers were once large and

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0:27:56

Manawatu Conversations Episode 400 - Glenn and Carol...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/01/20

Glenn and Carol moved from Lower Hutt to Ashhurst for a rural lifestyle. They bought two and a bit acres of bare paddock land around 2007. The move followed a chance overnight stay during a campervan trip. They sold their renovated Lower Hutt home and started from scratch. They lived in a garage for about a year while building and fencing. All services had to be planned, including power, water, and access. Carol commuted long distances while Glenn worked locally. Over time they planted extensively

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0:28:39

Manawatu Conversations Episode 399 - Stewart Picken...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/01/13

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 398 - Stewart Picken...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2026/01/06

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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0:28:54

Manawatu Conversations Episode 397 - Christmas Memories

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/12/30

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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0:27:25

Manawatu Conversations Episode 396 - The Cunninghams

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/12/23

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 395 - Mary Proctor 2

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/12/16

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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0:28:15

Manawatu Conversations Episode 394 - Mary Proctor.

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/12/09

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 393 - Group Discussion...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/12/02

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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0:29:15

Manawatu Conversations Episode 392 - Franco Vaccarino...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/11/25

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 391 - Franco Vaccarino...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/11/18

The City Mission began in the 1970s as the Anglican Social Work Trust in Palmerston North.It started a Friendship Centre for isolated seniors with transport and social events. Renamed City Mission in 2019, it still runs weekly entertainment for 60–70 older people. Fitness and stretch classes help seniors stay active and mobile. Funding comes partly from the Anglican Church but mostly from grants and donations. A programme supports senior former refugees with English and social connection. The Space

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0:28:38

Manawatu Conversations Episode 390 - Jyoteeka...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/11/11

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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0:28:24

Manawatu Conversations Episode 389 - Jyoteeka...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/11/04

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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Manawatu Conversations Episode 388 - Eric Bodell Part...

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/10/28

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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0:28:44

Manawatu Conversations Episode 387 - Eric Bodell

Manawatu Conversations ·

2025/10/21

An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

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