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Opinion: Why Tariana Turia should be immortalised for her mahi
Minister reflects on nearly joining Te Pāti Māori, praises Dame Tariana Turia’s leadership.
Tangi begins and tributes flow after death of Dame Tariana Turia
Turia served as a minister under both Labour and National governments.
Te Pāti Māori co-founder Dame Tariana Turia dies after suffering stroke
Turia first entered Parliament in 1996 and left politics in 2014.
Two dead, multiple injuries in serious crash on SH1 at Mangaweka
Motorists are advised to avoid the area or delay travel.
Horizons formally opposes Treaty Principles Bill
Horizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.
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A deep low-pressure system is directing southerly gales and powerful swells.
New Whanganui Journey shelters merge culture and functionality
Three new shelters have been constructed along the Whanganui Journey Great Walk.
Three top new residences which won 2024 architecture awards
Outstanding designs displayed in Whanganui, Ōtautahi and Wānaka residential buildings.
Christmas Day at Whanganui Prison; prisoners to prepare Xmas meals
Corrections provides 'basic and nutritious meals' for prisoners on Christmas Day.
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One new and three returning trustees have been elected for the Treaty settlement entity.
Cancer survivor, 79, completes 1700km hike for charity
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River safety plan pushes 'behaviour change'
'It's not about bylaws, it's about educating people.'
Steve Braunias: Well-known painter Mark Braunias dies
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Police shoot dogs that attacked person
Police were called to the Talbot St area on Monday morning.
Intimidation, assaults, litter, drugs: Council closes freedom camping site
It is unclear where homeless occupants will go.
'I remember calling her mum at work once': Mother and daughter graduate together
'I feel humbled and proud to have that moment.'
'Significant risk': Mayor defends closure of homeless camping ground
Whanganui District Council evicts homeless, aims for long-term housing solutions.
Rotarians' funding boost for Tonga hospital
A surgical theatre upgrade is 'sorely needed' at Vaiola Hospital in Nuku'alofa.
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Bike fits into trend towards more personalised, bespoke ceremonies.
After 10 years in Bali jail, new hope Kiwi man could be brought home
Antony de Malmanche has lost all his teeth, suffers depression and is down to 50kg.
From Auckland to Whanganui: New chairman's journey to leading Ngaa Rauru Kiitahi
Tahinganui Hina returned home to Whanganui in 2018.
Join the debate: New iwi-council agreement proposed in Whanganui
Whanganui Council to discuss world-first indigenous-council partnership at public events.
Desert Rd closure pushed back a week but concerns remain
'I think motorists will throw their hands up in horror.'
Kiwi musician found dead in UK after taking unidentified pills
The young musician had been living in the United Kingdom for over a year.
Spotless NZ businesses sold in cleaning, catering shakeup
Clients include a major stadium and some of the country's most prestigious schools.
Male offenders help restore gardens for terminally ill patients
'Our staff are always looking for projects where offenders can make a difference.'
How a couple turned an abandoned public pool into their award-winning dream home
“It was basically ruined."
‘World first’: Council moves toward landmark iwi partnership
Negotiations are expected to be finalised in early 2025.
Hundreds expected to turn out for inaugural Awa Games
12 marae will compete in the games which Whanganui iwi will host.
Kiwi allegedly shot on visit to parents in Cape Town died in father's arms
Slain man named by friends as Eugene Robbemond, 49, a Whanganui business owner, father.
Historic step for Upper Whanganui River iwi
'We look forward to taking the settlement to our people.'