New ZealandMāori voice at risk under mayoral panel plan, says Horizons councillor'This has come from completely left field,' says Elijah Pue.27 Nov 11:47 PM
New Zealand‘Not elected for this’: Horizons chair challenges regional council plan'Getting this fix right will create a strong future for regional service delivery.'26 Nov 10:12 PM
New ZealandPay bump for councilsSalaries for Whanganui, Ruapehu and Rangitīkei elected members have been set for 2025-28.09 Nov 09:35 PM
New Zealand'Kick in the guts': Apology issued after Māori ward candidate profiles left out of voting booklet09 Sep 11:40 PM
New Zealand‘Unlikely to improve’: Dry outlook for Horizons regionDrought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.13 Mar 05:00 PM
Kahu‘Benefit us all’: ‘Historic’ partnership deal signedNgāti Hāua Iwi Trust and Ruapehu District Council have signed a confidential agreement.26 Feb 09:04 PM
KahuHorizons formally opposes Treaty Principles BillHorizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Hospital pass': Councils to pay for set up of new water entity'If you’re going to instigate change then you really ought to be prepared to fund it.'03 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTick-tock: 12 months for council to deliver water planWhanganui is in 'a very fortunate position' compared with many other councils.30 Aug 01:00 AM
KahuPoll law 'racist': Horizons votes to keep Māori seatsHorizons Regional Council has affirmed its two Māori constituencies for the 2025 election.27 Aug 08:50 PM
Kahu‘Backward move’: Councillor slams mandate to undo Māori wardsFiona Kahukura Hadley-Chase says it is an attempt to 'diminish Māori representation'.14 Aug 09:25 PM
New Zealand'Deep dive' into farming businessThe Ballance Farm Environment Awards are an opportunity to take a good look at business.09 Aug 12:06 AM
New ZealandMultiple animal carcasses discovered on Whanganui beachDischarging a carcass into or near a waterway can lead to fines of up to $750.24 Jul 02:36 AM
New ZealandHorizons releases survey on bus musicThe council wants to hear people's opinions on whether they like music played on buses.18 Jul 11:39 PM
New ZealandLodge owner praised for spotting guests’ invasive clam collectionAn Ōwhango business owner found a collection of freshwater gold clams left by guests.17 Jul 09:46 PM
KahuWhitebait restoration site hits snagAn old dump site was discovered on the Whanganui River's edge in Aramoho.03 Jul 10:24 PM
New ZealandHorizons' Regional Land Transport Plan focuses on resilience and safetyObjectives have been updated to reflect the changed direction for the plan.26 Jun 10:48 PM
New ZealandHorizons' long-term plan focuses on healthy environmentHorizons Regional Council received 540 submissions on its draft long-term plan.25 Jun 11:38 PM
New ZealandCouncil to fund freshwater projectsApplications for Horizons' Freshwater Community Grant are open.16 Jun 10:52 PM
New ZealandDistrict can 'go it alone' for Three WatersRegional or sub-regional approaches are also being investigated.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNeedle-sharp grass poses threat to farmers' livestock'If you think you’ve found it, we want to know straight away.'23 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandPest plant found in Horizons regionThe plant was thought to have been eradicated from New Zealand.21 Apr 01:10 AM
New ZealandCouncil 'missing link' in reserve project'It's a beautiful area and it has historic significance.'17 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandGrand public transport plan for Whanganui'It’s enough to create a great network because we’ve built our city around tram routes.'12 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHorizons apologises after removing protest signsThe council said it was a mistake and reinstated the signs.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHorizons plan proposes double-digit rate increaseThe consultation period for Horizons’ plan runs until April 22.23 Mar 11:16 PM
New ZealandRachel Keedwell: Transport plans lack joined-up thinkingOPINION: Pretending we can separate transport and emissions is complete nonsense.19 Mar 05:00 PM
