Fin Ocheduszko-Brown is a multimedia journalist based in Whanganui.
Fin Ocheduszko-Brown was raised in Christchurch and has a Bachelor of Communication with a journalism major from the University of Canterbury. He joined the Whanganui Chronicle in 2024.

'Time to lead': Airline founder hands over to son after 40 years
Craig Emeny founded Air Chathams in 1984, alongside his wife Marion.

Rangitīkei fencer regains Golden Pliers title
The 49-year-old had to miss four years of action following a shoulder injury in 2017.

Whakapapa 'geared up' ahead of new season
More than 1600 people applied for jobs for the winter season.

‘It’s all backwards’: Father admitted to bar thanks to his daughter
"It was a very proud moment to say the least."

Fatal crash near Whanganui closes road for three hours
Emergency services responded to the crash near Okoia at 7pm on Monday.

'Real progress': Whanganui River project thrives
The project aims to improve the biodiversity, water quality and ecosystem health.

Tarzan smashes out ‘pretty gnarly’ Whanganui River adventure
Brenden Hawkins has raised $4600 for mental health and is keen for more challenges.

Plant thefts frustrate council
Whanganui District Council urges people to report suspicious activity in parks to police.

‘Make it a destination’: Whanganui Airport cafe changes hands
Emma Ngatai discovered her passion for hospitality at age 5, playing cafe in the backyard.

‘Roofs over heads’: Marae-led housing project starts
'It is a different approach and we are quite comfortable and like that approach.'

Power outage in Whanganui after tree falls on powerlines
61 customers are still without power.

The ‘defining moment’ that inspired Whanganui’s newest cop
'It made me realise that I truly had what was needed to put others first.'

‘Dreams come true’: Whanganui woman’s cochlear implant journey finally realised
Shona Beamsley cannot wait to hear her grandchildren say the words, 'I love you, Nana'.

NZDF prepares medics for disaster relief amid severe weather events
The exercise simulates a severe weather event on a Pacific Island.

Weterman wins national squash volunteer award
The 35-year-old has been involved in squash since the age of 12.

‘Just keep swimming’: ‘Tarzan’ attempts 235km surfboard paddle of river
Brenden Hawkins aims to paddle the Whanganui River on a surfboard.

‘You are not alone’: Teenage troubles on the rise; support agency works with record numbers
SUPP helped a record number of teens with substance and mental health issues.

Long-standing Whanganui organisation revived and thriving
Friends of the Whanganui River's financial position is on the up after some lean years.

Horizons formally opposes Treaty Principles Bill
Horizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.

Hundreds expected to turn out for inaugural Awa Games
12 marae will compete in the games which Whanganui iwi will host.