New ZealandWhat you need to know about the new Manawatū Tararua HighwayLocals got a test drive over the new highway over the southern Ruahine Range.08 Jun 04:55 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passageBuilt to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain. 30 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumBusinessInside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf courseHamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.15 Apr 05:00 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
New Zealand'Hundreds of community hours': North Mole upgrade taking shapeProject includes car park, toilets, showers, raised timber walkways and native planting.15 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandDutch elm disease could have devastating effect on Waipa treesInfected trees need to be felled, and chipped, burned or buried to limit spread.06 Mar 09:58 PM
New Zealand'We can make a difference': New face at Tarapuruhi Bushy Park'We want the public to find the love and drive to care for our natural world.'03 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone response slows Horizons port work but project still afloatTwo major projects are set to kick off before the end of 2026.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Labour of love': Unique bus shelter vandalised“It’s likely a new glass panel will be put in instead.”23 Jan 01:55 AM
New ZealandDefunct milking shed becomes thriving nurseryThe nursery produced 40,000 plants in its first season.02 Jan 04:00 PM
