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Best of 2019: Something in the water: Why locals are unhappy with Whanganui Prison

Zinc, copper, nitrogen, phosphorus and E. coli found in water.

Best of 2019: 'I was shot at twice, it's time we armed our police officers'

We see police carrying firearms the world over - why should NZ be any different?

Best of 2019: Parapara slip: 'You won't believe what's below it'

Tom Cloke says Whanganui and Raetihi could be looking at a Manawatū Gorge-like situation.

Best of 2019: 'Weed doctor' would like to talk cannabis in NZ

Dr Joseph Cohen would like to help Kiwis avoid obstacles such as those faced in Colorado.

Best of 2019: Local Focus: Murals makeover Whanganui walls

Art on show in Whanganui - permanent or temporary? Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Best of 2019: My 'Ferrari' ride down the Whanganui River

Motor Vessel Wairua was in her element cruising 50km up the Whanganui River.

When will artificial intelligence really change our lives?

Talking to our phones is one thing, but when will AI really change our lives?

Comment: Why councillor should apologise over street naming gaffe

Comment: The "naming" incident at the council deserves our attention and concern.

Chance to mark 150th anniversary of departure of imperial troops

This month marks 150 years since the last British troops left Whanganui.

Clinical Hawke's Bay performance

The Hawke's Bay girls went through unbeaten easily accounting for Wairarapa in the final.

Best of 2019: Whanganui: Where buying is cheaper than renting

The average property value in Whanganui is continuing to increase.

Two sides go to war

Hawkes Bay and Wairarapa were top guns at last year's U18 Whanganui Festival of Cricket.

Best of 2019: Whanganui woman graduates with Master of Nursing while raising five children and working fulltime

Amy Hina graduated with a Master of Nursing while raising five kids and working full time.

CD still in contention

Stags now third on the ladder and Hinds also in playoff contention with two games to go.

Summer hack: How to beat the heat with this simple fan trick

It's all about where you position your fan - to make your own wind tunnel.

Something for everyone at Mainstreet Caboodle

Whanganui Caboodle celebrates 10 years.