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Whanganui artists Katherine Claypole (left) and Mike Marsh will have their work displayed in Sarah Williams' stockroom collections on the new-look Space Studio & Gallery website. Photo / Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Another new frontier for Space Gallery in Whanganui with the launch of Stock Room

20 Jun, 2019 2:30pm
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Stock room and online sales next step for Space Studio and Gallery

Maori Sidesteps Jamie McCaskill (front), Regan Taylor (left), Cohen Holloway and Erroll Anderson will perform at the Royal Wanganui Opera House. Photo/Roc Torio

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Hard case quartet Māori Sidesteps will be putting on the schtick at Royal Wanganui Opera House

20 Jun, 2019 12:10pm
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Tikapa Productions to present a show filled with stunning satire and crooning goodness.

Christodoulos Moisa reads from the newly-published collection which includes his short story. Photo / Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui writer celebrates the publication of his story in offshore anthology

20 Jun, 2019 10:53am
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Whanganui writer Christodoulos Moisa in Cypriot anthology

The Beat Girls will lead a Whanganui audience in a swing dance party at the Whanganui War Memorial Centre. Photo / Chris Steel

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

The '60s are back in Whanganui

19 Jun, 2019 5:00am
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Support Jigsaw Whanganui with a night of 1960s glamour and fun.

Heather Baskiville-Robinson is one of eight fibre artists exhibiting their work in the Hi-Fibre exhibition at Rayner Brothers Gallery. Photo / Liz Wylie

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Fibre provides a healthy visual diet at Rayner Brothers Gallery in Whanganui

15 Jun, 2019 9:55am
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Fantastic fibre art on show in Whanganui

Chris Smith has been named up-and-coming young artist by members of the Wanganui Arts Society. Photo/Supplied

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Young artist rewarded with exhibition

9 Jun, 2019 4:42pm
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Cars, planes and Hobbit houses inspire young artist

Lily Claypole will open her first solo exhibition Mimesis at Whanganui Fine Arts Gallery next week. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Lily Claypole ready for debut solo exhibition at Whanganui's Fine Arts Gallery

9 Jun, 2019 8:00am
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Pre-Raphaelite art influences young photographer.

Ceramic artist Sung Hwan Bobby Park models one of the works in his exhibition for Paul Rayner at Gallery 85. Photo / Liz Wylie

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Bobby Park ceramic works address the need for individual expression within institutional boundaries

8 Jun, 2019 5:00am
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Visiting artist returns to show Whanganui project

Overall rally winners Karen and Lee Taylor were awarded the Cromarty Tray by Wanganui Vintage Car Club president Bruce Ardell. Photo/Supplied

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Weather no deterrent for vintage car enthusiasts

6 Jun, 2019 3:52pm
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Despite cold weather, there was a good turnout for the Wanganui Vintage Car Club Rally.

Kylie Martin of Shine City (left) accepts a welcome contribution from Lyn Wickham and Emma Tipper. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui real estate agent makes wall of fame for contributions to youth services

4 Jun, 2019 10:48am
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Donations from property sales provide welcome boost for youth support.

Celebrity organist Tom Chatterton and NZOA president Warner Haldane wih young performers Gloria Lee and Andi Wei at Christ Church. Photo/Liz Wylie

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui musical extravaganza ends on a series of high notes for pipe organ enthusiasts

4 Jun, 2019 5:00am
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Enthusiasts flocked to Whanganui for weekend spectacular.

Retired Whanganui Justice of the Peace and social worker Shirley Christie has been recognised with a Queen's Service Medal. Photo / Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Long-serving JP recognised with Queen's Service Medal

3 Jun, 2019 5:00am
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Shirley Christie has been recognised for services to the Whanganui community.

Whanganui artist Duncan Smith with some of his pieces on show at the Whanganui Arts Centre. Photo/Liz Wylie

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Ceramics show offers range of styles and techniques

3 Jun, 2019 5:00am
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Ceramics exhibition is showcasing an exciting range of Whanganui talent.

The cause of a car fire on State Highway 3 near Kai Iwi has not been disclosed by police. Photo/Ammar Saleh

NEW ZEALAND

Car mysteriously catches fire after Queen's Birthday crash in Whanganui

2 Jun, 2019 6:25pm
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Police investigate after crashed car catches fire.

Veteran Hugh Galbraith was awarded a long-awaited medal for his service in Japan by Brigadier John Dennistoun-Wood. Photo/Bevan Conley

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Whanganui veteran soldier awarded medals earned for service completed 70 years ago

1 Jun, 2019 11:57am
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Service in Japan recognised at last.

Denys Watkins' Dynamo Hum exhibition is showing at Sarjeant on the Quay until late August. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Vivid artefacts open Sarjeant winter season

1 Jun, 2019 5:00am
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Denys Watkins and Peter Trevelyan exhibitions open at Sarjeant

Whanganui education staff and supporters gathered in Majestic Square as part of the national strike action on Wednesday. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

How the teachers' strike played out in Whanganui

29 May, 2019 4:55pm
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Whanganui community shows support for teachers.

Whanganui primary school teachers went on strike twice last year and will join with secondary teachers in the nationwide strike on Wednesday. Photo / Stuart Munro

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui schools to close as teachers to join industry's biggest strike action in New Zealand history

28 May, 2019 12:40pm
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Action necessary for the future of New Zealand education say teachers

Celebrated organist Tom Chatterton will give a recital at Christ Church during the NZOA Extravaganza in Whanganui.

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Organ extravaganza promises a chance to see and hear some of New Zealand's best in Whanganui

25 May, 2019 9:55am
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Historic Brake organ included in weekend extravaganza

Whanganui poet Garry Spooner often finds inspiration while walking with his dog Twig. Photo / Supplied

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Emergent Whanganui writer illuminates life through poetry

25 May, 2019 9:43am
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Emergent poet inspired by Whanganui living

Tina Hansen (left), Sharon Semple and Hannah Annabell believe everyone can help Whanganui's homeless. Photo/Liz Wylie

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What is being done to help Whanganui's homeless

25 May, 2019 5:00am
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Submissions open for Whanganui District Council Housing Strategy.

Christian Science lecturer Michelle Nanouche will speak at the Whanganui Christian Scence Church on Friday evening.

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Speaker gives Christian science lecture

24 May, 2019 5:00am
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Christian Science healing perspective offered by visiting lecturer

Teachers David Pearce (left), Cath Sleyer, Graham Hall and Diana Pottinger with their students work at the Pākaitore exhibition. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Young artists tell tales of Pakaitore

21 May, 2019 4:59am
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Whanganui history inspires young artists for collaborative exhibition.

Volunteer Whanganui's 1000th volunteer Christine Faulls (front) with staff members Elizabeth Sanson (left) and Sandra Rickey. Photo/ Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE | Lifestyle

Listen: The Whanganui Chronicle Podcast for May 20

20 May, 2019 2:17pm
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Whanganui's 1000th volunteer, homelessness and the little fire brigade that could

Mangaweka artist Richard Aslett caught up with Police Commisioner Mike Bush at the Wellington International Pride Parade. Photo / Supplied

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Aslett does Mangaweka proud in Wellington International Pride Parade

15 May, 2019 11:13am
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Police parade winning design in Wellington

Whanganui wanderer Paul Savage has written a book about his adventures as a member of a crew driving harvesters in the American Midwest.

THE COUNTRY

Book chronicles year harvesting in North America

15 May, 2019 5:00am
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Recalling the wheat fields of Saint Paul and other Midwestern towns

Jill Sicely of Whanganui was the winner of the first Mrs New Zealand contest all because she needed a new radio. Photo/Bevan Conley

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Whanganui contestant was first Mrs New Zealand title holder

15 May, 2019 5:00am
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Jill Sicely was a young mother when she entered the competition as a joke.

Playwright and puppeteer Ralph McCubbin Howell and cast will perform The Road that Wasn't There at the Royal Wanganui Opera House on Thursday. Photo/Anita Pitu

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Following The Road that Wasn't There all the way to Whanganui

13 May, 2019 11:28am
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A tale for intrepid children and adventurous adults

Paintings by Sam Mitchell adorn the kitchen wall of her interim residence in Glasgow St. Photo / Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Resident artist Sam Mitchell inspired by Whanganui

11 May, 2019 3:31pm
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Sam Mitchell makes the most of her Whanganui residency

Lorene Taurewera with some of the works in her Painting and Drawing exhibition at Gallery 85 in Glasgow St. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Lorene Taurewera exhibition is an exploration of forms and space in Whanganui

11 May, 2019 5:00am
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Homecoming inspires new direction for returning Whanganui artist

A National Park Community Board member is challenging the Ruapehu District Council to provide adequate protection against dangerous dogs in the region. Photo / File

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Ruapehu dog attacks spur call to action

10 May, 2019 5:00am
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Ruapehu District Council says it is addressing dangerous-dog problems in the region.

Jaime Maybery has been signed to Red 11 model agency. Monday, May 06, 2019 Whanganui Chronicle photograph by Bevan Conley.

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Whanganui teen signs with top NZ modelling agency

8 May, 2019 5:00am
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She's a rising star in the modelling world, but has her feet firmly on the ground.

The new Castlecliff Library has been painted with murals by Whanganui artist Dan Mills. Photo / Lewis Gardner

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Castlecliff gets a new hub

5 May, 2019 8:00pm
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New self-service library adds more vibrancy to Rangiora St

Artist Don Hill will be exhibiting his distinctive oil paintings at fine Arts Whanganui this month. Photo/Supplied

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Don Hill exhibition announced

5 May, 2019 5:00am
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Artist Don Hill's work to go on display

Anti-1080 protesters outside the Orillion Plant in Whanganui on Wednesday. Photo / Bevan Conley

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Apology but no let up from 1080 opponents

4 May, 2019 5:00am
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Protest over 1080 use looks set to continue.

Brass Whanganui are calling on community support to help them represent New Zealand in China. photo/Supplied

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Brass Whanganui need help to get to China

2 May, 2019 5:00am
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The river city's top brass musicians are marching to Shanghai for a music festival.

Each year, the Wanganui Chrysanthemum Club hosts the Horticultural Autumn Show. Photo / Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

What's on in Whanganui this week? May 2-8

2 May, 2019 5:00am
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Your guide to what's happening in the Whanganui region this week.

Waikato Regional Councillor Kathy White (left) and lawyer Sue Grey joined the anti-1080 protest in Whanganui. Photo/ Bevan Conley

THE COUNTRY

Anti-1080 campaigners make noise, Doc hits back

1 May, 2019 5:00pm
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Diverse protesters share common concerns, Doc says 1080 is current best option.

Protesters outside the Orillion factory in Heads Rd Whanganui during a protest held last year.

THE COUNTRY

Hundreds to protest 1080 in Whanganui

30 Apr, 2019 2:15pm
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North Island protesters gather in Whanganui to oppose 1080 drops

New Tawhero School principal Karleen Marshall is welcomed by board chairman Nga Apai and pupils.

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Tawhero School welcomes new principal

30 Apr, 2019 11:05am
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Haere mai to new principal of Whanganui school

Trina and Moana Maniapoto of Moana and the Tribe will perform with Paddy Free and Cadzow Cossar at the Royal Wanganui Opera House. Photo / Radar Photography

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Moana Maniapoto and her Tribe on the way to Whanganui

29 Apr, 2019 5:00am
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Audience invited to join ocean tribute and garage party in Whanganui.

Manawatu poets Rachel Doré and Tim Saunders with Lesley Stead of the Guyton Group Trust. Photo/Liz Wylie

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Manawatu Magpies to perform in support of Whanganui arts precinct

29 Apr, 2019 4:55am
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Poets return for an entertaining night in Whanganui.

Nathan Topia (left), Jason Rossiter, Arnold Lawrence and Arapeta Hough bagged themselves a pig and three deer at the Hunting & Wild Food Festival held at Parikino Marae in 2016. Photo / Bevan Conley

THE COUNTRY

Hunting and wild foods focus of festival at Kawhaiki Marae this weekend

25 Apr, 2019 9:08am
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Hunters take to the hills to bring home the kai this weekend

Denise Alsop has been ordered to rehome her budgie Henry as Whanganui District Council enforces a no pets policy. Photo/Lewis Gardner

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Council tenants are in a flap about having to get rid of their feathered friends

25 Apr, 2019 5:00am
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Enforcement of no pet policy a tough blow to tenants.

Auctioneer Brian Hayward says the ornately carved wooden antique chairs like the one on the right are now less popular than the plainer mid-century designs. Photo/Lewis Gardner

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Unique antiques up for auction in Whanganui this weekend

24 Apr, 2019 5:00am
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Antique treasures and a few oddities are up for auction this weekend.

Nikesha Scaife performing to Broadway Baby in the tap open class competition last year. Photo/Stuart Munro

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Dance festival competitions to be at held Whanganui Girls College

20 Apr, 2019 4:07pm
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Public welcome to attend dance festival competitions.

Kiwi Ashleigh John is a lead dancer in The Rhythms of Ireland dance troupe performing at the Royal Wanganui Opera House next week. Photo/Gregor Eisenhuth

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Rhythms of Ireland coming to Royal Wanganui Opera House

20 Apr, 2019 1:01pm
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Strong Kiwi presence in Irish Dance performance

Brendan Lucas says the giant kūmara grown in his Springvale garden is the biggest example of a number of bumper crops. Photo / Bevan Conley

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Couple's 'freakish' garden produces mammoth kūmara, cricket ball-sized strawberries

20 Apr, 2019 7:56am
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Crops include 9-feet sunflowers and strawberries the size of cricket balls.

Air cadets Reuben Gould (left), Max McIntyre and Sophie Baldwin cleaning war graves at Aramoho Cemetery. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Cadets clean-up Whanganui war graves ahead of Anzac commemorations

20 Apr, 2019 5:00am
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Annual clean-up honours Whanganui war dead

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Listen: The Chronicle Podcast for April 15

15 Apr, 2019 2:00pm
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The latest instalment of The Whanganui Chronicle Podcast

Long-serving principal Chris Dibben bidding farewell to his beloved pupils at Tawhero School.

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Long-serving Whanganui educator bows out

15 Apr, 2019 7:11am
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Long-serving principal Chris Dibben says he is finally old enough to leave primary school.

Pushpa Prasad dancing at the Whanganui Hindu community celebration of the Rama Navami festival which celebrates the birthday of god Rama. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Festival of Rama celebrated by Whanganui Hindu community

15 Apr, 2019 7:10am
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The Hindu community of Whanganui gathered for a special celebration on Sunday.

Whanganui police apprehended the speeding driver of this white Mazda by the Aramoho rail bridge. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Speeding driver evades police from Paraparaumu to Whanganui

14 Apr, 2019 5:40pm
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Whanganui police arrest speeding driver after 143km car chase

Jason Dufty is holding his first solo exhibition Disappearing Shanghai at Milbank Gallery in Whanganui this week. Photo/Lewis Gardner

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui artist depicts a changing Chinese cityscape in first solo show

13 Apr, 2019 9:17am
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Artist delighted to exhibit his first series in Whanganui

Wings Williams' book includes photos and recollections of his experiences as a New Zealand SAS soldier patrolling the jungles of Borneo and South Vietnam. Photo/Supplied

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Special forces veteran shares recollections

12 Apr, 2019 11:18am
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Former elite soldier Michael 'Wings" Williams shares his unique experiences in a new book.

Glenthorpe with dogs Bully and Puppa and their feathered friend at their new temporary home. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Bye bye tent... hello caravan

10 Apr, 2019 9:52am
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Animal lover still seeking a suitable parking spot for her family.

Alistair McIntyre, author of Doug the Digger, at St Mary's School with Year 6 pupils Joseph Stent (left), Lacy Gilmore, Zahn Bell and Emily Robertson. Photo / Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Mr Mac inspires kids with tales of triumph

6 Apr, 2019 5:00am
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Children digging Doug at Duffy Books presentation.

Petera Hudson looks forward to sharing happy memories at the Our Salad Days reunion this weekend. Photo / Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Actors revisit their Salad Days with reunion

2 Apr, 2019 5:00am
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Reunion planned this weekend for 1980s Whanganui thespians at the Four Seasons Theatre.

Striking Whanganui disability support workers lined both sides of London St on Monday morning. Photo/Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui disability support workers strike over pay and health and safety concerns

1 Apr, 2019 6:00pm
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Disability support workers strike after negotiations fail

Flautist Ingrid Culliford (left) and pianist Kris Zuelicke will give a recital at Jane Winstone Retirement Village next Saturday. Photo / Supplied

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Virtuosos to perform flute and piano charity recital at Jane Winstone Chapel

30 Mar, 2019 5:32pm
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Jane Winstone recital promises sparkling virtuosity from flute and piano.

Rachael Garland (left) and Emma Cunningham look forward to welcoming visitors to their shared studio space again this weekend. Photo/ Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui artists team up for studio open day

30 Mar, 2019 9:01am
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Whanganui artists make ready for another big weekend of Artists Open Studios.

Police outside the Davis Theatre where the National Day of Remembrance screening was held on Friday. Photo/ Bevan Conley

WHANGANUI CHRONICLE

Whanganui tunes in to Christchurch Remembrance Service

29 Mar, 2019 11:27am
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Whanganui Muslim leader gives thanks to community