New ZealandNurses caring for killer mistakenly believed he was there for ‘respite’Reviews found weak whānau involvement and gaps in forensic community oversight.30 Mar 06:15 PM
New ZealandState of emergency lifted in Whangārei; focus turns to recoveryWhangārei has now moved into a 28-day formal recovery phase.29 Mar 11:30 PM
New ZealandFood insecurity ‘new normal’ as support agencies fight to stay open'It’s not a one-off thing that’s going to disappear.'24 Mar 05:13 PM
New ZealandMan linked to Ruatiti double homicide probe pleads not guilty to new charges28 Jan 09:54 PM
New Zealand‘Something awful is going to happen’: Hordes of roaming deer spark residents' fears08 Jan 06:00 PM
CrimePolice issue arrest warrant for man linked to Ruatiti double homicide as hunt for him continues 16 Dec 12:38 AM
Kahu'A gesture of courage’: Whanganui hapū celebrate settlement milestoneThe deed includes more than $50m in redress and a formal Crown apology.04 Dec 08:38 PM
New ZealandCaravan hurled over car as tornado leaves trail of damage at campgroundA shed housing live electrical switchboards was destroyed by the tornado.03 Dec 03:50 AM
New ZealandCouncil withdraws infringements for Lego sign as owner battles cancerDave Moore's artwork will stay for the moment.26 Nov 05:34 PM
New ZealandPay bump for councilsSalaries for Whanganui, Ruapehu and Rangitīkei elected members have been set for 2025-28.09 Nov 09:35 PM
New ZealandCouncil admits blunder over citizens’ assembly secrecyMembers were not told they would be thrust into the public spotlight.04 Nov 10:45 PM
New ZealandMayor welcomes historic Whanganui council at Pūtiki MaraeAndrew Tripe says the new council is a 'reflection of our community'.30 Oct 10:46 PM
New ZealandDone deal: Ōamaru-based flight school setting up Whanganui base'We are in this for the long haul.'28 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandFood drive donations down by half while food support needs double'[It’s] just a reflection of how tight times are.'22 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Mixed messages add to freedom camping issuesOPINION: Responsible freedom camping relies on knowing and respecting the rules.14 Oct 04:00 PM
Politics'Racist attack' or 'corrosive obsession' on race? 25 areas remove Māori wards, 17 keep themThe Herald’s interactive map shows referendum results across the country.11 Oct 08:42 PM
New ZealandGovernment may shift local elections to Electoral Commission after errorsMāori ward candidates’ profiles were left out of voting packs in three districts.29 Sep 09:57 PM
New ZealandCalls grow for reprint after voting papers error in Hastings electionThe booklet skipped from page 12 to 29, cutting out some wards.25 Sep 02:09 AM
KahuTurnout lagging in Whanganui's general ward and district’s new Māori wardWhanganui District Council candidates are concerned about low voting paper returns.22 Sep 09:08 PM
KahuPhil ‘Bear’ Reweti fighting for Māori voiceIt is a change he has campaigned for across the past three elections.17 Sep 11:00 PM
Kahu'We need Māori voices influencing the decisions that affect our whenua'Julie Herewini says Whanganui’s first Māori ward election offers a historic opportunity.16 Sep 11:00 PM
KahuPapakāinga builder stands for Māori Ward seatKiritahi Firmin is one of five candidates vying for two Whanganui Māori Ward seats.15 Sep 03:00 AM
KahuCouncil rejects $70k fix for Māori Ward botch-upWhanganui's council has ruled out spending $70,000 of ratepayer money to fix the error.14 Sep 11:04 PM
New ZealandLocal elections: Geoff Hipango’s vision for community prosperity'I absolutely love this place, and I want to see it thrive.'11 Sep 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Kick in the guts': Apology issued after Māori ward candidate profiles left out of voting bookletVoters miss out on candidate information: 'Quite frankly, we were a bit upset about that.'09 Sep 11:40 PM
New ZealandWater showdown: Mayor's affordability plea rejectedRuapehu District Council will go ahead with a partnership with Whanganui.13 Aug 10:19 PM
New ZealandMayor demands water plan U-turnRuapehu's mayor says the two-council model would cause 'extreme unaffordability'.07 Aug 09:15 PM
Herald NOWMeet the Whanganui district mayor Andrew TripeRyan Bridge speaks to Whanganui district mayor Andrew Tripe on achieving the lowest rates rise in New Zealand.Watch03 Aug 09:04 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Can citizens’ assemblies improve local government decision-making?OPINION: Whanganui's council paid 40 people $500 to come up with a recommendation or two.22 Jul 06:00 PM
