Latest from Whanganui District Council

Deadlock over allowing Indian flight school students into Whanganui

MPs consulted over government exemption needed to let in Indian students

Nothing gets in the way of Ashley Te Weri and her animals

The L5 RAT course at AGC Training played a pivotal role in Ashley Te Weri's career.

Politicians not invited to Ratana Pā this year

Ratana marae committee plans one-day event, for Ratana followers only.

Local Focus: New artistic bus shelter at Castlecliff is just the beginning of plans to improve Whanganui public transport

Surprising art glass connection to Manningtree, England. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Covid-19 latest: Two new cases today, one is a child under 2

Both were recent overseas' arrivals and were detected within managed isolation facilities.

Solutions needed for Whanganui paper and cardboard crisis

A Whanganui think tank has been proposed to address paper and cardboard crisis.

Local Focus: Council's Youth Committee needs rascals

Nicole Grey at Whanganui District Council wants you(th). Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Alan Taylor: Why I'm urging council to declare a climate emergency

Council would consider the consequences of climate change in any relevant decisions.

New company wants to bottle Whanganui water

Company applies to take, bottle and sell water from a deep aquifer in Whanganui.

Local Focus: Edmonds hopes to rise to council

Matt Edmonds throws his hat in the ring for council. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Heritage buildings and plants on the campaign trail

Council candidate Sharon Duff is big on housing. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Teenager organises Whanganui Strike 4 Climate

People are invited to meet and march to council over climate change on September 27.

Local Focus: Lebo standing for a child positive city

Farmer and mother wants to add Councillor to her roles. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Heritage, housing and unfinished business

Councillor Craig seeks re-election for a third term. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Hot on port progress

Council candidate pushes the beauty of North Mole. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

From the drain to the sea: Whanganui's wastewater treatment explained

Sludge is stored in a landfill and pond while cleaned water is pumped out to sea.