New ZealandCyclone Dovi: Households without power; trees damage cars; slips, road closuresWild weather caused havoc across the country - now the clean-up has started.13 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandBig boost for Big Boost - Kiwis flock to get booster job as Omicron surgesThe equivalent of one Kiwi city's population got their booster over 28 hours.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandOfficer bashed, person stabbed at gathering of 'anti-social road users'Police are calling for witnesses after a 'volatile' early-morning encounter.12 Feb 12:38 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Live at Lads for the kidsLads brewery fundraising for Starship Children's Hospital with live band this Saturday.11 Feb 02:26 AM
New ZealandBurglary victim told he'd inherited debt from previous owner"He turned up and said the debt is yours."10 Feb 05:25 AM
CrimeOffender turns life around after stealing horse floatFinancial strife caused Wayne Maunder to turn to crime but he's since got back on track.09 Feb 01:13 AM
CrimeRecidivist disqualified driver threatened with jail termAndrew Springfield was warned continuing to flout the law by driving could result in jail.09 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Devastating' dog attack kills at least 80 lambs, many more injuredCost of shearing and burying adds to financial loss from dog attack on lambs.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: DIY publishing celebratedWhanganui Zine Fest to put DIY publishing on show.07 Feb 06:08 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to comeAdding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.05 Feb 11:27 PM
New ZealandCar crashes into powerpole in Foxton, police attendingDiversions are in place as crews work to restore the powerlines.04 Feb 11:13 PM
KahuPGF-funded marae upgrade project nears completionA $16 million marae renovation programme is drawing to a close.04 Feb 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuMōkai Pātea negotiators 'intend to be victorious'Mōkai Pātea people want old wrongs righted and a new future through their claims.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNgarewa-Packer calls for 'real-time' Omicron updates'They need to adjust to us.'01 Feb 01:55 AM
New ZealandFive suffer minor injuries in central Whanganui crashThere were no serious injuries in two-car collision, say police.29 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahu'You want good thoughts': The art of tukutuku weavingWeaving is an experiential way into the richness of Māori culture.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We are prepared': Whanganui braces for OmicronThere is "plenty of work ahead" as Omicron nears the River City.28 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not for police to tell families what they need': Top cops take knowledge to WellingtonAn 'integrated community response' to home violence is making a difference.28 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandWorld Athletics honours Peter Snell and Cooks GardensSnell set a new world record on the Whanganui track on January 27, 1962.26 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandTesting surge in Palmerston North, no new Omicron cases todayJetstar check-In at the capital's domestic airport is the latest location of interest.25 Jan 10:41 PM
New ZealandLake Alice Hospital: Accused psychiatrist dies at age 92He was accused of using electric shocks and paralysing drugs to punish patients.25 Jan 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui benefit numbers fall in 2021 driven by industry growthExtra effort put into getting long-term beneficiaries into work, minister says.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCoastguard, public help in rescue after Wanganui River capsize'Quick and calm rescue' for boat that capsized near Whanganui Port.24 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: City heritage wins cash supportWhanganui's Heritage Grant Fund strategy is helping to spruce up historic sites.22 Jan 07:56 AM
New ZealandPalmerston North case confirmed as Omicron, no links to Christchurch MIQMidCentral DHB are preparing for a surge in testing, and to support people isolating.20 Jan 10:30 PM
New ZealandThieves take mementos from graves at Whanganui cemeteryFormer mayor's Facebook post aims to warn community of thefts.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandExplosion in Castlecliff, Whanganui being investigatedExplosion at commercial property believed to be suspicious.18 Jan 07:29 PM
KahuCovid-19 saliva testing clinic opens in WhanganuiThe collaborative is led by Tupoho Social Services with iwi and district council support.18 Jan 01:10 AM
KahuNew signs advise caution at AhimateAuthorities to work together on cautionary and educational measures17 Jan 10:31 PM
TravelBest of summer: Where to find the country's top 10 playgroundsThe finalists have been revealed, but who will you vote for as the country's number one?17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWomen accused of breaching Covid-19 restrictions to go on trialThe trio appeared for an administrative hearing in Taihape District Court on Monday.17 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandTruck versus pole triggers explosionThe crash caused electrical arcing, leading to a fire and explosion.16 Jan 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsProfile: Harete Hipango and how she upset National colleaguesProfile: National MP Harete Hipango and why she visited that anti-vax protest.16 Jan 04:00 PM
