Lucy Drake is a multimedia journalist at the Whanganui Chronicle
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Rangitīkei River project looks to make river more resilient to climate change
The project is still conceptual, but Horizons grateful to receive Govt funding.
Health officials welcome $242m for maternity services
The Government has invested $85 million to support midwives' wages.
Mamma Mia! The show will go on for Taihape Drama Club
After Covid-19 disruptions, the show is back on with three extra shows added.
Police name 19-year-old killed on farm at Ranana
WorkSafe are currently carrying out an investigation into the circumstances of his death.
Hundreds join hunt for Marton's beloved cat
It has been three weeks since Rodney was allegedly dumped 15km north of Marton.
Marton community 'disgusted and shocked' by cat dumping
Rodney was dumped 15km north of Marton by a Marton ITM staff member.
Oh deer! Wild fallow cause havoc in Aramoho
Deer have been eating hundreds of dollars worth of plants in residents gardens.
Online Festival celebrates Rangitikei's harvesting season
The five-day harvest event will hold competitions for everyone to get involved in.
Medal for Bess the horse for service and bravery
Her medal will sit alongside other memorabilia in the Bulls Museum.
The hills are watching: Crime camera strategy proving its worth
Crime has decreased in six out of eight rural areas where CCTV cameras are installed.
It's more than just throwing a gumboot
Organisers hope this year's Matt Hobbs Plumbing Duck Race will draw the crowds.
Surf caster reels in 29kg stingray
Over 30 stingrays were caught this year, some weighing in at over 20kg.
Rangitikei locals band together to support fire crews fighting large fire
FENZ expects the fire to burn for a few days.
Crews bring River Road fire under control
Potential forecasted evening rain will help to further extinguish the fire.
Spike in volunteer firefighters' interest after Australian bush fires
A show and tell information evening will show volunteers how rural fire service works.
Restricted fire season on the way
Fire restrictions are expected to be in place until the end of summer.
Anglers vie for $34,000 worth of prizes
West coast fishermen joined the Wanganui Sea Fishing Club for a successful event.
Rangitīkei council's three-storey building project almost complete
Council has already received inquiries for the use of the centre.
Tracmac expands to be the first tractor dealership in town
They now offer tractor brands McCormick, Landini and TYM.
Ruapehu mayor satisfied with $4 million funding
The upgrade to Ohakune's water treatment plant aims to prevent future operational issues.
Young Whanganui cowboy shoots for gold
His sharpshooting has scored him a spot in the World Championships in New Mexico.
Nine-year-old wows judges with country melodies
Sophie Toyne is shining on the national stage.
If it weren't for gumboots where would they be?
Taihape marks 125th with three days of celebration.
Whanganui RDA not horsing around on fundraising
Whanganui's RDA has held a hobby horse fundraiser at a local race meeting.
Retaining Mangaweka Bridge cheaper than demolition
Councils to keep Mangaweka Bridge alive for cyclists and walkers.
American CEOs make ties in Whanganui over lawn mowers
Walker Manufacturing Company pays a visit to Whanganui's Cutting Edge.
Pumpkin seeds give new lease of life
Marton couple give up dairy farming to successfully grow pumpkin seeds.
Bores could be the way of the future for Marton Water Supply
Two bores could become the new primary source of Marton's water supply.
Turakina's Alex Field digs deep at Young Farmer nationals
Turakina farmer blown away by support he's had for Young Farmer of Year grand final.
Reforestation in the pipeline for Marton dams
Marton B and C dams are undergoing a 20 year project of reforestation.