New ZealandSeven crews put out fire near railway tracksGrowing blaze closed main trunk line for nearly six hours.19 Apr 09:45 PM
New ZealandPolice make arrest after drug raidsPolice raided two Whanganui addresses on Tuesday looking for illegal drugs.12 Apr 09:50 PM
KahuMāori wards included for Rangitīkei electionsEach ward represents a population of approximately 1400.12 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuTe reo Māori degrees in demand in legal professionWhanganui's Riana Te Ngahue says her double degree helped her personal growth08 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnvironmentWhanganui: stink at meatworks came from helping handAffco says an odour problem was due to taking on extra rendering.08 Apr 05:00 PM
Kahu'A hack into hauora': Music workshop aims to build connections at Rātana PāA free workshop to make and play traditional Māori musical instruments is on April 22.03 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe hidden history of NZ's Silent ArmyThe stories of flying 'Night Witches' among those on radar for author's latest book.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand80-year mystery: Bomber in crash, killing Kiwi, washes ashoreKiwi among victims after plane likely shot down by Nazis when "nearly home".02 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandRuapehu council divided on pokies policyMayor Don Cameron had to use his casting vote in the split decision.31 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandLarge fire at commercial premises in LevinEmergency services from around the district are rushing to help put out the fire.30 Mar 11:18 PM
KahuNew Covid-19 support clinic set up in WhanganuiThe clinic's purpose is to provide assessment and treatment to Covid-positive people.29 Mar 10:25 PM
New ZealandThree soldiers burned by Molotov cocktail in trainingTrio were doused in petrol and set alight during riot training.29 Mar 05:43 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuSilver Scroll success for Seth Haapu'It's good to have different minds come together, and have different ideas merge'29 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChristopher Luxon: Whanganui 'pretty buoyant' but cost of living is bitingHe says National will be building its case over the next 18 months.25 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuConnecting with heritage a highlight for principalWhanganui City College principal Peter Kaua describes his ideal weekend in the city25 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui Holdings aims to 'build back' pilot academy"Covid impacts could potentially affect things for 12-18 months before stability returns."24 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandCan you beat it? The NZ car that has clocked up two million kilometresGraeme Hebley bought the car in 2000. It had only done 80,000kms at that point.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu raised to volcanic alert level 2The last time Mt Ruapehu was moved to volcanic level 2 was in December 2020.21 Mar 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuLong-lost album from local rapper finally finishedIt all began at an R'n'B party in Island Bay.18 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuBasketballer Kendell Heremaia's grandparents 'over the moon' at her US successNorthlander Kendell Heremaia is having major success on international basketball courts.15 Mar 05:43 AM
New Zealand'Stressful': 97 per cent of schools in Taranaki, Manawatū-Whanganui have Covid-19 cases"We can't change the pandemic, we can only change how we respond to it."15 Mar 01:32 AM
New ZealandWhanganui's Fitzherbert Ave extension opensThe $3 million project was originally expected to open last August.11 Mar 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui couple in Poland shelter Ukraine families"We are watching this horror, but we are close enough to make some kind of difference."09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNearly 25,000 Covid cases in Lower North Island, Palmerston North Hospital opens specialised Covid wardThe specialised 32-bed ward recently underwent a medical gas upgrade.09 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuMuseum brings in succession planA new role will allow someone to learn about curation of the taonga Māori collection.09 Mar 01:15 AM
CrimeDefendant hit woman to escape being attacked, lawyer claimsA man charged with wounding with intent was acting in self-defence, his lawyer claims.08 Mar 12:30 AM
CrimeUnrestrained children in car as disqualified driver fleesMichael Waitokia had three unrestrained children in his car when he fled police.07 Mar 09:30 PM
CrimePolice hear man's threats to kill ex-partnerPeter Hitchcock didn't realise police were listening when he threatened to kill his ex.07 Mar 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuIwi to lead Jobs for Nature project in Whanganui catchmentThe project includes 290km of fencing, 630,000 plants and 100ha of pest and weed control.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Desperately seeking DannevirkeDannevirke is in Tararua District. Or is it?04 Mar 12:58 AM
KahuPākaitore Day 2022 turns focus to CovidIwi health services were handing out products and information at Pākaitore Day.28 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandSH3 South Taranaki near Mokoia blocked following crashMotorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.28 Feb 01:30 AM
PremiumPremiumKahu'She's very special': Te Ara a Maria visits Whanganui"She's like an icon really. She's very special."27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Dumplings tea and CCPLa Fiesta activities include classes on cooking, papermaking, music, art and wellbeing.27 Feb 05:04 AM
