EducationPraise for Whanganui Multisport Club in cycling success"The bonus is watching their confidence and self-esteem grow with it."21 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan has ute stolen just weeks after being viciously attackedJust days after returning from facial surgery, Jaydon Linton's vehicle was stolen.21 Oct 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHomeless move site after safety threatsLong stayers moved from Whanganui homeless hub after threats to safety.20 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui DHB says 18pc of staff unvaccinated or unwilling to sayFrontline health staff must have had one jab by October 30, or risk losing their jobs.18 Oct 04:02 PM
New ZealandQuick action from crews at mill fireA second pulp fire at Karioi mill is being investigated to find the cause17 Oct 11:15 PM
New ZealandPM: NZ can be one of most vaccinated countries as daily doses near 130kSuper Saturday has been a record-breaking day of vaccination in New Zealand.16 Oct 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Give Delta a taste of Kiwi': Vaxathon co-host Paddy Gower on Super SaturdayInstead of donations, the aim of the Vaxathon is to raise national vaccination levels.15 Oct 04:21 PM
New ZealandCommunity rallies to support teacher hit by carNola Todd is expected to be in the Burwood Spinal Unit for the next three to six months.15 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Super Saturday and Sunday are also for the undecidedSuper Sunday has been added to Whanganui's weekend vaccine rollout.15 Oct 06:30 AM
New ZealandTwo injured, one serious, in Whanganui crashThe crash happened on the intersection of Glasgow and Pitt St just after midday.13 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui River Road reopened after slipThe road is expected to be fully cleared by 9am.12 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Volunteers urgently needed for large productionMuch ado to prepare for this summer's Merry Shakespeare in the Park.12 Oct 05:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAir Chathams waits for level 2 to fly to Auckland again"Once we know what we can and can't do, we'll get into it."10 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'The whole country's paying the price for this loose border' - public health expertIt's "crazy" not to protect South Island, and risk needlessly high for north too - expert.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Jacinda hyped me up to get the vaccine': How PM got Raiha Tahuri 'over the line'Jacinda Ardern is on a quickfire tour of the eastern North Island to promote getting jabs.08 Oct 08:41 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: First live art auction this weekendHeritage Art Auctions, auctioning the old fashioned way.07 Oct 02:00 AM
KahuMāori urged to set October 16 as first jab deadlineTe Tai Hauāuru MP Adrian Rurawhe says whānau have a duty of care for each other.07 Oct 12:45 AM
KahuWhanganui DHB Māori vaccination rate behind overall populationIwi leaders talk about trying to lift Māori vaccination rates in Whanganui area06 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelJohnny Nation's world famous Chocolate Éclair Shop changes handsOhakune's famous Chocolate Éclair Shop sold to Taumarunui buyer.05 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuHīkoi protest against Māori representation proposalMāori advocates will march against Ruapehu District Council's representation proposal.05 Oct 04:45 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuTrust keen to get Treaty negotiations startedTaihape iwi sign their first agreement in Treaty of Waitangi claim negotiations01 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Whanganui's 'real heroes'Getting the vaccine is tougher for some than others, but they're still doing it.30 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandMangaweka residents travelling an hour for Covid-19 jabMangaweka locals call for a vaccination clinic and it is on the way30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe 90% Project: How close is your age group to 90% vaccinated?First dose vaccinations in older Kiwis are more than 90 per cent almost everywhere.29 Sep 05:13 AM
New Zealand'Just doing our little bit': Indie festival wants to require proof of vaccination for entry'We see it as an extension of our health and safety policies.'28 Sep 12:46 AM
New ZealandPink Ribbon Appeal under threat in rural centresThe appeal kicks off in just over a month and more volunteer collectors are needed.24 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBanned Books Week: 'It's not really our role to censor'The Whanganui District Library stocks 45 of the top 100 most challenged publications.24 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCup-winning Kiwi to be immortalised in town's main streetCouncil stumps up $155,000 for bronze casting, community to raise money for plinth.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe 90% Project: Why being a transient town makes vaccination vital for BullsRangitīkei mayor and health professionals are encouraged by locals' uptake.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Building an increasingly expensive businessWhanganui builders innovating to tackle supply issues.22 Sep 03:30 AM
KahuBless you: Council considers karakia before meetingsIt follows a councillor walking out in protest at opening a meeting with karakia.22 Sep 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A shocking day': Six greyhounds injured during one race meetThe injuries come after the death of nine dogs at the track over the previous season.21 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuIwi member excited by climate change partnershipJill Sheehy says she's pleased with the co-governance approach for the region's response.20 Sep 02:00 AM
KahuThe 90% Project: Whanganui's Māori vaccination rate struggling to keep upMāori are more than 25 per cent behind Pākehā when it comes to Covid-19 vaccination.19 Sep 05:02 PM
