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
New Zealand‘A hill I’m prepared to die on’: Family face fine for front yard cabinA Whanganui couple say they won't move the cabin on their property.05 Jun 05:08 PM
New ZealandStage set for Whanganui East Pool debateThe issue will be 'well and thoroughly debated' by councillors.05 Jun 03:52 AM
New ZealandCouncillors cautious about Sarjeant entry feeWhanganui Deputy Mayor Helen Craig says 'making policy on the fly' is not a good idea.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWho should pay for Whanganui's growth?'We can’t try and clip the ticket every step of the way.'30 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMaintenance cuts concern Sport WhanganuiChief executive Tania King also backs Whanganui East Pool remaining open.29 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandLibrary access makes way for Sarjeant landscaping work'We will have two construction sites working next door to each other.'27 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandPrudent or 'poppycock'? The Sarjeant entry fee proposalCouncillor Rob Vinsen says "the ratepayer pocket is empty".24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity leader says Gonville Library more than just books'The social impact impact is astounding.'23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil using 'sledgehammer to crack a walnut' with aviary closure'It’s an interesting contrast to our web-footed friends.'22 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDuck thefts spark police investigation'If people are thieving wildfowl from a public place, they should throw the book at them.'21 May 03:51 AM
New ZealandGrounded planes, low student numbers hit pilot academy'The issue for council is: how long are you willing to support it while it’s loss-making?'21 May 02:53 AM
New ZealandInner-city flower baskets hanging by a thread'It would seem that we have lost pride in our appearance.'20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrain from mid-19th century discovered in central cityThe find "represents a very early attempt at formal drainage".20 May 03:38 AM
New ZealandAirline boss brands parallel taxiway 'an unnecessary luxury'The project is in the council's draft LTP but contingent on central government.19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSarjeant trust chair 'flabbergasted' by proposed funding cut'There are going to be severe repercussions, quite frankly.'17 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandAeronautical fees land with bump for Air ChathamsAeronautical fees are reviewed every five years.15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRollout of crates for recycling service beginsAbout 17,000 households will have crates delivered over the next five weeks.15 May 03:59 AM
New ZealandExpert questions value of $17.8m Opera House upgradeThe community is content with the building and its limitations, he tells council hearings.14 May 04:16 AM
New ZealandNew members to oversee council's commercial interestsThe move follows the axing of Whanganui District Council Holdings in March.14 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandCentral Whanganui intersection to get roundaboutIt will be similar to the new road layout at the Guyton and Wicksteed intersection.11 May 10:38 PM
