New ZealandCouncil calls in cavalry for water sampling'It sounds easy - take a sample and put it into a plastic cup - but it does take time.'15 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Less is more': Council divided on numbers for next electionWhanganui District Council has debated whether to have 10 or 12 elected members in 2025.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandParking revenue over budget by 50%Forty-nine solar-powered meters replaced 216 coin meters in Whanganui's CBD in 2022.13 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandSarjeant redevelopment on track but costs risingSarjeant director Andrew Clifford says the gallery 'is already looking spectacular'.12 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandRural residents 'in the dark' about kerbside recycling'The cost of getting a truck out there is ridiculous.'11 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFavourable credit rating for Whanganui District Council"The council has had to navigate rising costs."09 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandSo far so good for kerbside recycling service'We are seeing tonnes and tonnes of recycling not going to landfill.'09 Aug 04:57 PM
New ZealandOdour issues linger at Whanganui wastewater plantThe plant's dryer will be shut for a month later this year.09 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandFifty years of fixing Whanganui’s roadsThere was 'a lot of shovelling' in the early days for Robbie Atkinson.08 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandTeen's 'enthralling' documentary continues to earn praise'Many people see dyslexia as a disability. You, however, see it as a possibility.'07 Aug 03:24 AM
New ZealandMen's Shed Whanganui launches bold plan'It’s not only for us old fellas - it's for the new ones coming on.'06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMulti-purpose makeover at Williams Domain'It hasn’t always been plain sailing but we get there in the end.'05 Aug 03:27 AM
New ZealandHow council will manage 'bricks and mortar' assets'We are attempting to lead the way a little bit with this.'02 Aug 05:01 PM
New ZealandFamily’s front yard cabin still standing despite infringement noticeIf the cabin was out the back, it would be OK.01 Aug 05:45 PM
New ZealandHospital's 'last remaining vestige' to be restoredWhanganui Regional Heritage Trust and Whanganui’s two Rotary clubs are behind the project.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater charges will 'rise rapidly'The council can join forces with other councils for water services or go it alone.30 Jul 02:57 AM
KahuCouncil resists call to reverse Māori ward decisionWhanganui District Council says it's a pushback against Government moves.24 Jul 03:55 AM
New ZealandMultiple animal carcasses discovered on Whanganui beachDischarging a carcass into or near a waterway can lead to fines of up to $750.24 Jul 02:36 AM
New ZealandSomme Parade reopens after work completedWhanganui Alliance crews replaced a broken stormwater main at the site.19 Jul 03:51 AM
New Zealand‘Too painful’: We could have done better on lowering rates – councillorOne councillor called it 'totally unpalatable'.17 Jul 02:27 AM
New ZealandFeedback sought on representation reviewThe council wants to hear from the public - should it keep the status quo or change?26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui gears up for launch of recycling serviceKerbside recycling is set to start in Whanganui from next week.25 Jun 12:28 AM
New ZealandThe numbers: How many people visit Whanganui's librariesThe library has been without a main carpark for over four years.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Vile backlash’: Marae hails tough decision to fund upgradesThe district’s nearly 20 marae will be able to apply for marae development grants.16 Jun 02:33 AM
New ZealandCouncil taking charge of recycling centre"It was a pleasure to be part of and it’s great to see it continue".14 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Enormous': Illegal rural rubbish dumping rife'We did witness a person attempting to drop off a couch.'13 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We can't wait': Official opening date for SarjeantGallery staff 'will take up residence' at the end of June.13 Jun 03:07 AM
New ZealandCouncil coming for castle murals'It was a grey, drab-looking place so I thought let’s tart it up.'12 Jun 03:39 AM
New ZealandCouncillors vote to sell Repertory Theatre for $1'We are putting it in very capable hands.'12 Jun 01:44 AM
New ZealandCloser supervision: Splash Centre updates child safety policyKids under 8 must be actively supervised at all times, whether in water or not.11 Jun 03:45 AM
New ZealandCouncil cans Pākaitore crossingNo funding has been included in the council's 10-year plan.11 Jun 02:18 AM
New ZealandTime runs out for Whanganui's aviary'Birds have got wings to fly and they are not able to do that in the aviary.'08 Jun 10:38 PM
New ZealandLifeline for Whanganui East PoolIt took hours of council debate to get to a decision.07 Jun 01:02 AM
New ZealandNew parking meters, higher charges signed offMore than 600 public submissions were made on the council's new parking bylaw.06 Jun 02:37 AM
