Steve Carle is editor of the Whanganui Midweek.
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![Spin-in open day in Whanganui features scarf competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Spin-in open day in Whanganui features scarf competition
Creative Fibre Whanganui is holding its biennial Spin-in and Open Day.
![Whanganui Volunteer of the Month - Janet Wakeling](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui Volunteer of the Month - Janet Wakeling
She is known affectionately as 'The Jar Queen'.
![Road cycling series returns to Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Road cycling series returns to Whanganui
Whanganui Cycling Club has begun its first road racing series since the Covid pandemic.
![Teen paddler at world canoe sprint in Bulgaria](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Teen paddler at world canoe sprint in Bulgaria
Angus Sewell is competing in the world junior U18 canoe sprint racing regatta in Bulgaria.
![Opening Āta Whakarongo exhibition in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Opening Āta Whakarongo exhibition in Whanganui
Opening Āta Whakarongo exhibition in Whanganui
![Pūanga at Carlton School dedicated to cultural diversity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pūanga at Carlton School dedicated to cultural diversity
Pūanga celebration at Carlton School is dedicated to our cultural diversity
![Cycling in as new school bike track opens for keen riders at Castlecliff School](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Cycling in as new school bike track opens for keen riders at Castlecliff School
Castlecliff Schooll bike track completed
![Whanganui furniture maker ‘victim of own success’](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui furniture maker ‘victim of own success’
Family firm Willgraeme stands by its ethos of quality first.
![Whanganui schools compete in chamber music competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui schools compete in chamber music competition
Annual schools chamber music contest held
![‘Crowning of Mary’ at St Anthony’s School, Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
‘Crowning of Mary’ at St Anthony’s School, Whanganui
'We crown Mary to honour her because she is the mother of Jesus.'
![Whanganui Volunteer of the Month meeting the needs of others](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui Volunteer of the Month meeting the needs of others
Azian Zulkifli is volunteer of the month
![Inspired by Captain Tom: 99-year-old fundraising for three charities educated at Whanganui Collegiate](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Inspired by Captain Tom: 99-year-old fundraising for three charities educated at Whanganui Collegiate
Whanganui Collegiate Old Boy to walk 100km for fundraising.
![Chivalry falls on community-minded senior in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Chivalry falls on community-minded senior in Whanganui
Whanganui man Arch Roebuck didn't have to pay for his shopping at Countdown last Friday.
![Carl Bates MP impressed at Whanganui Creative Space](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Carl Bates MP impressed at Whanganui Creative Space
Visiting Whanganui Creative Space studio on Monday, May 20, was Whanganui MP Carl Bates.
![How a Mangamahu farmer changed the sheep farming equation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
How a Mangamahu farmer changed the sheep farming equation
Sheep farming is now less work and less expensive with esheep
![Morgan sports cars to gather in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Morgan sports cars to gather in Whanganui
The Morgan Sports Car Club will be in Whanganui next weekend.
![Whanganui's Lanterns on the Awa to be held this Saturday](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui's Lanterns on the Awa to be held this Saturday
A cultural extravaganza, Lanterns on the Awa will be held in Whanganui this week.
![Royal Enfield riders from around the North Island join Whanganui owners](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Royal Enfield riders from around the North Island join Whanganui owners
Royal Enfield is the world’s oldest motorcycle brand
![People from around the world enjoy visit to museum in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
People from around the world enjoy visit to museum in Whanganui
Whanganui’s Regional Museum is a treasure house well worth visiting.
![Kerbside recycling coming to Whanganui in July](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Kerbside recycling coming to Whanganui in July
Households within the service area will receive a set of three crates.
![Wanganui Harriers opening day marks start of club's 99th year](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Wanganui Harriers opening day marks start of club's 99th year
Wanganui Harrier Club’s opening day for 2024 was held on Saturday, April 6.
![UCOL Whanganui Te Pūkenga gathered 188 ākonga (students) for Graduation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
UCOL Whanganui Te Pūkenga gathered 188 ākonga (students) for Graduation
UCOL Whanganui Te Pūkenga gathered 188 ākonga (students) for Graduation.
![Bangers to Bluff charity car rally stop in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Bangers to Bluff charity car rally stop in Whanganui
Bangers to Bluff charity car rally stop in Whanganui
![Whanganui Collegiate School raises $4000 for RDA](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui Collegiate School raises $4000 for RDA
Whanganui Collegiate School raises $4000 for Riding for the Disabled
![School holiday activities on at museum](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
School holiday activities on at museum
Free craft and storytime activities for children during the school holidays.
![Swimmer Ziva Bunker in record-breaking form](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Swimmer Ziva Bunker in record-breaking form
Ziva Bunker was back in action at the recent South Island junior championships.
![Deputy mayor to front LTP information sessions](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Deputy mayor to front LTP information sessions
Whanganui's average rate rise is expected to be in the region of 10.6 per cent
![Musical extravaganza with Cinematic Brass in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Musical extravaganza with Cinematic Brass in Whanganui
Brass Whanganui is set to enchant audiences with its upcoming concert.
![Experience the magic of male voices and the joy of a mixed choir](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Experience the magic of male voices and the joy of a mixed choir
The New Zealand Male Choir is returning to Whanganui to perform in concert.
![Whanganui church musician’s plea for accredited work](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui church musician’s plea for accredited work
Church musician’s plea for accredited work
![New homes needed urgently for Kaimanawa horses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New homes needed urgently for Kaimanawa horses
There's an urgent call to rehome Kaimanawa wild horses.
![History Day at Brunswick School leaves an impression](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
History Day at Brunswick School leaves an impression
History Day at Brunswick School leaves an impression.
![Delight for kids racing in Kiwi Kids Mountain Bike series](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Delight for kids racing in Kiwi Kids Mountain Bike series
Kiwi Kids Mountain Bike series held around Whanganui.
![UCOL Whanganui supporting pilot success in one-of-a-kind partnership](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
UCOL Whanganui supporting pilot success in one-of-a-kind partnership
UCOL Whanganui supporting pilot success in one-of-a-kind partnership
![Top-quality heritage artwork to be auctioned](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Top-quality heritage artwork to be auctioned
The large oil painting by H.W. Kirkwood depicts Port Fitzroy, Great Barrier Island,
![Red carpet for 95 artists and guests](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Red carpet for 95 artists and guests
A staggering 95 artists were at the launch of Whanganui’s annual Artists Open Studios.
![Rare issues of Whanganui Collegiate Magazine up for Auction](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Rare issues of Whanganui Collegiate Magazine up for Auction
Rare Wanganui Collegian presentation volumes to be auctioned
![Interns given big break at New Zealand Glassworks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Interns given big break at New Zealand Glassworks
Nathan Moore and Bindi Nimmo are the interns on a programme funded by Creative NZ.
![River City Wheelrace held in Whanganui attracted riders from as far as Cambridge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
River City Wheelrace held in Whanganui attracted riders from as far as Cambridge
Whanganui's Velodrome was well used on Saturday to host the annual River City Wheelrace.
![Vodka distilling using surplus baking goods in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Vodka distilling using surplus baking goods in Whanganui
Vodka distilling using surplus baking goods in Whanganui
![Biggest Medieval Fayre yet was held at St Anthony’s School , Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Biggest Medieval Fayre yet was held at St Anthony’s School , Whanganui
Biggest ever Medieval Fayre at St Anthony's School, Whanganui.
![Whanganui Velodrome returns with River City Wheelrace](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui Velodrome returns with River City Wheelrace
The prestigious event should attract cyclists from far and wide.
![Sarjeant Gallery named a NatGeo ‘Best of the World’ pick for 2024](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Sarjeant Gallery named a NatGeo ‘Best of the World’ pick for 2024
The gallery is profiled in National Geographic’s 20 ‘Best Cultural Spots’ in the world.
![Wanganui Surf Lifeguard Service Inc’s $16,000 windfall](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Wanganui Surf Lifeguard Service Inc’s $16,000 windfall
Wanganui Surf Lifeguard Service Inc received $16,000 from event
![Whanganui Collegiate School 2024 Heads of School and 2023 Dux](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui Collegiate School 2024 Heads of School and 2023 Dux
What head students plan for the year
![Whanganui's 12th Plumber Dan Soapbox Derby cleaned up by father and son from Tauranga](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui's 12th Plumber Dan Soapbox Derby cleaned up by father and son from Tauranga
Whanganui's 12th Plumber Dan Soapbox Derby cleaned up by father and son from Tauranga.
![Mangamahu mail run heartbeat of community](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Mangamahu mail run heartbeat of community
Riding along with the Mangamahu mail run was an unforgettable experience.
![New directors of hockey and netball at Whanganui Collegiate School](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New directors of hockey and netball at Whanganui Collegiate School
Whanganui Collegiate appoints Jay Punga and Elise Niu as directors of hockey and netball
![Top nine jet sprint boats topple like dominos](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Top nine jet sprint boats topple like dominos
An action-packed day of racing at the Shelter View Jetsprint Track.
![Velodrome launch attracts riders from Wellington and Cambridge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Velodrome launch attracts riders from Wellington and Cambridge
Whanganui's Accoya-surfaced velodrome hailed as among world's best.
![Whanganui’s best sprint kayakers pose with Dame Lisa Carrington](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui’s best sprint kayakers pose with Dame Lisa Carrington
Whanganui’s best sprint kayakers take time out for a photo with Lisa Carrington
![Touching presentation at Whanganui Camera Club's annual awards night](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Touching presentation at Whanganui Camera Club's annual awards night
Guest speaker Rachel Garland gave a touching presentation at Whanganui Camera Club Awards
![Guide dog Julz lands on her paws in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Guide dog Julz lands on her paws in Whanganui
Julz is the only guide dog working in Whanganui with Sarah Fallen, who is legally blind.
![Gonville Library and Community Centre awards and accolades](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Gonville Library and Community Centre awards and accolades
Celebrating Gonville's community volunteers
![Whanganui is ripe for development with B Corp](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui is ripe for development with B Corp
Benefit corporation framework looks at five main areas of business performance.
![Whanganui's Fest of Cultural Unity event brought out the people in great numbers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui's Fest of Cultural Unity event brought out the people in great numbers
The 2023 Fest of Cultural Unity event had 21 ethnically diverse food stallholders.
![Whanganui artist in international limelight](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui artist in international limelight
Whanganui artist accepted into this year’s Rencontres Internationales Paris/Berlin
![New Zealand Glassworks awarded internship funding for 2024](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New Zealand Glassworks awarded internship funding for 2024
New Zealand Glassworks receives funding for nurturing glass artists.
![Soirée in the hot shop charity evening](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Soirée in the hot shop charity evening
A glass platter was blown, spun and auctioned for charity at NZ Glassworks in Whanganui.
![New Zealand’s inline speed skating team recently competed at the World Champs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New Zealand’s inline speed skating team recently competed at the World Champs
The New Zealand inline speed skating team recently competed at the World Champs
![IDEA Services opened its Wharenui with a performance by Te Timatanga o Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
IDEA Services opened its Wharenui with a performance by Te Timatanga o Whanganui
IDEA Services opened its Wharenui with a performance by Te Timatanga o Whanganui
![Legacy medals for rowers presented in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Legacy medals for rowers presented in Whanganui
Legacy medals were presented to New Zealand representative rowers in Whanganui.
![Around 4000 ceramic pots are housed at New Zealand’s only museum of studio ceramics, Quartz, in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Around 4000 ceramic pots are housed at New Zealand’s only museum of studio ceramics, Quartz, in Whanganui
Quartz, Museum of Studio Ceramics in Whanganui is unique in New Zealand
![Pasifika Performance put on at St Marcellin School in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Pasifika Performance put on at St Marcellin School in Whanganui
A Pasifika performance was put on by students at St Marcellin School on September 21.
![Alarm Watch scoops national award](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Alarm Watch scoops national award
Firm awarded for "outstanding staff retention and staff development programme".
![Election 2023: Whanganui hopefuls front up in Fordell](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Election 2023: Whanganui hopefuls front up in Fordell
Rural Women NZ Fordell/Mangamahu Branch hosted a meet-the-candidates evening at Fordell.
![Whanganui Pasifika ECE service impresses candidates](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui Pasifika ECE service impresses candidates
National list candidate Agnes Loheni at Born & Raised Pasifika Early Childhood Centre.
![The Waimarie is once again extending its operating season](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
The Waimarie is once again extending its operating season
Paddle steamer Waimarie began cruising again on Saturday, September 2.
![Turning the tide for public transport](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Turning the tide for public transport
Better Whanganui public transport is a passion for professional musician Anthonie Tonnon.
![Whanganui Montessori Pre-School will be on the move at the end of 2024, looking for a new home](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui Montessori Pre-School will be on the move at the end of 2024, looking for a new home
Whanganui Montessori Pre-School needs a new home by the end of 2024
![National and international opportunities for students at UCOL Te Pukenga Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
National and international opportunities for students at UCOL Te Pukenga Whanganui
UCOL Te Pukenga Whanganui, held a successful open day on Wednesday, August 9.
![Cambridge coming to Whanganui Collegiate](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Cambridge coming to Whanganui Collegiate
The secondary school will replace NCEA Level 1 with Cambridge International Education.
![Rotary presents humanitarian award to local orthopaedic surgeon](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Rotary presents humanitarian award to local orthopaedic surgeon
Humanitarian Project award was presented to Dr John van Dalen, a Whanganui surgeon.
![Whanganui family affair at World speed skating championships](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Whanganui family affair at World speed skating championships
Whanganui speedskater will be competing at the World Speed Skating Champs
![“East Town Railway Workshops” is Laraine Sole’s 35th book](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
“East Town Railway Workshops” is Laraine Sole’s 35th book
“East Town Railway Workshops” is bok 35 for author.
![Travel: Paloma Gardens, Moto 71 and pottery a ‘must-see’](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Travel: Paloma Gardens, Moto 71 and pottery a ‘must-see’
Paloma Gardens, unique tourist attraction, lies in the valleys near Fordell, Whanganui