KahuTe Kura Kaupapa Māori o Tūpoho students test drive new NCEA digital examsWhanganui students were among the first to sit tikanga Māori NCEA digital exams.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandStaff awarded $60,000 for unjustified dismissalThree former employees of Vault Bar & Eatery were unjustifiably dismissed, the ERA says.07 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandDivers find body following search of Manawatū RiverThe search was underway after police were alerted to an unmanned dinghy.07 Dec 01:26 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Valuable ventifacts protectedVentifacts unlock mysteries of past and future. Made with funding from NZ On Air.05 Dec 05:10 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTwo locals win big at Attitude AwardsWhanganui celebrates achievers with disabilities.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrate Day: Hospital warns of binge-drinking dangersThis Saturday marks Crate Day, but not everyone is looking forward to it.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuLeigh-Marama McLachlan: Comfort in the way we handle death as Māori'I have found comfort in the way we handle death as Māori'.04 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelGO NZ: Why you should visit Whanganui for a weekend getawayIt's a great time to visit this often-overlooked city, for food, art, festivals and more.01 Dec 05:17 PM
New ZealandTree falls on vehicle in TaumarunuiThe person had to be extricated from the vehicle.30 Nov 09:21 PM
BusinessBusinessman told to pay $1900 in fees for car he sold 11 years agoCraig Urquhart said the Ministry of Justice won't accept his arguments against the fees.30 Nov 03:26 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt Grinch thieves after Christmas hampers for needy stolenMore than $1100 worth of meat and groceries intended for Christmas gifts have been stolen.29 Nov 10:26 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Showtime for the Nutcracker at the Opera House this weekendStudents perform the Nutcracker 'directors cut'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 Nov 09:48 AM
New ZealandDriver killed in crash in Norsewood, Tararua districtA driver has died in a single-vehicle crash about 7.55pm last night26 Nov 06:04 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: The most unusual place to go for leaks and asparagus"We sell a lot of asparagus", radiator mechanic says. Made with funding from NZ On Air.26 Nov 05:04 PM
KahuMinistry searching for owners of archaeological artefactsThe owners of a stone used as a cutting tool and another, likely a grindstone, are sought.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBush rescue: 'They gave us two hours before they were lifting multiple bodies out'When four teens were stuck in rugged bush, one thing stood between life and death.24 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandVehicle crashes into laundromat on busy roundaboutA staff member saw the car hit the laundry door and then the air bag inflating.24 Nov 03:10 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Fears world's worst noxious plant could take overThe weed that poses a huge threat to dairy cows. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Nov 06:53 AM
New ZealandRescue chopper finds four trampersTrampers stuck in hail taken to hospital after trouble in rugged bushland.22 Nov 02:47 AM
EducationUCOL, Chambers of Commerce offering 200 free scholarshipsThe scholarships are only available to Chamber Members and their employees.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKayaker seriously injured after jetboat collisionA kayaker is seriously injured after a collision with a DoC jetboat.18 Nov 08:40 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Calling all Masters, young and old, male and femaleMasters Games bigger than previous years. Made with funding from New Zealand on Air.18 Nov 07:33 PM
New ZealandMan dies after Waverley crash, police release nameThe man died overnight Monday after the crash early that morning.18 Nov 05:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMultiple crashes at SH1 roadworks siteThere have been six crashes in the same area since roadworks began on November 3.17 Nov 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClosure date confirmed: What next for Mars staff?The hunt is continuing to find new jobs for the cat food producer's 140 staff.13 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleLocal Focus: Better late than never for Art in the GardenAn important event for Whanganui potters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.10 Nov 12:56 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuNgarewa-Packer wants to be 'unapologetic champion for Māori'Benefit levels, job growth and environmental concerns are uppermost for new MP.08 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandWeather: Wet for most, chilly for the southThere's snow on the way for some alpine passes as a cold front hits the South Island.07 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuBest of 2020: Leigh-Marama McLachlan: Good people smoke cannabisTaking a punitive approach to cannabis does not work, writes Leigh-Marama McLachlan.06 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHannah Francis inquest: Police inspector says he would lay charges if he had the chance"...if it's the wrong decision, I have no problem apologising to the family for that now."05 Nov 07:59 AM
New ZealandDriver: Ill-fated Ruapehu bus overusedInquest into 11-year-old girl's death hears claims bus workload soared before crash.03 Nov 10:49 PM
New ZealandLawyer suggests Ruapehu crash driver too fastDriver admits lying on document just one day before girl killed in crash.03 Nov 09:22 PM
New Zealand'I closed my eyes': Bus driver tells of dramatic moment he had to crash as brakes failedHannah Francis, 11, died in the crash near Ohakune.03 Nov 07:05 AM
AirlinesLocal Focus: New travel agency opens amid global pandemicOpportunity knocks as travel agency shuts down. Made with funding from NZ On Air.03 Nov 04:20 AM
