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Homicides leave Whanganui's court system 'very stretched'

The number of homicides in Whanganui is being seen as "extraordinarily out of proportion".

Teens run over cat then pull fingers at its distraught owner

A carload of teens hit and killed a cat, cheered then pulled fingers at its sad owners.

Best of 2019: Gun pointed at scared Castlecliff Hotel owner during robbery

Not for the first time, Amninderpal Singh found himself facing the barrel of a gun

Let's talk law: The ever-increasing regulations on our agricultural sector

For farmers across NZ there seems to be an inordinate amount of regulation

Best of 2019: McDonald's franchisee Darren Rowland: 'Ketchup in his veins'

Darren and Jacinta Rowland put in some hard slog to own three McDonald's restaurants.

Burnt-out car found in sand dunes

Police confirmed the burnt-out car had been stolen from a nearby address.

Best of 2019: Skin discovered in NZ may help resurrect Tasmanian tiger

Skin discovered in NZ may help to resurrect the extinct Tasmanian tiger.

'I've had a heavy foot' - former MP, cop, Chester Borrows licence suspended for speeding

Chester Borrows will temporarily lose his licence for clocking up too many demerit points.

Local Focus: Student rents and commute times make UCOL attractive

"A myriad of options" UCOL claims. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Cash and high-fives from Labour Party conference

Lots of cash and high-fives from Labour Party conference held in Whanganui.

Local Focus: Student rents and commute times make UCOL attractive

"A myriad of options" UCOL claims. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Girl, 15, missing for two weeks: Police fear for her safety

Jaymie, 15, has connections in Whanganui, Palmerston North and Auckland.

Suzuki Series: Table set for Whanganui after tight round at Manfeild.

Richard Cooper and Damon Rees battle in Formula 1, Richie Dibben climbing in Formula 2.

Izzy, the Halbergs, and the fight for combat sport recognition

Former local rowers and MMA exponent nominated by their sports for prestigious awards.

Famous artist to be honoured with new street name - iwi alternative not favoured

Suggestions from the subdivision developer and iwi were given to council for a decision.

Local Focus: Bee Card is a boost for buses

Bee Card creating a buzz for commuters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.