CrimeJudge not buying what cannabis cultivator was selling72-year-old William Puru said he cultivated cannabis for his own pain when sentenced.31 Aug 07:11 PM
New ZealandAucklanders' objections to new fuel taxResults mark a drop in support given survey done before tax introduced.31 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeWoman 'one foot inside' prison after fourth assaultSkye Bowlin was given a stern warning by the judge when sentenced in court this week.31 Aug 04:37 AM
SportNominations open for Whanganui Sports Hall of FameWho will join the current 28 inductees?31 Aug 12:30 AM
RugbyRugby: Wanganui's trip into the unknown to face West CoastLack of footage from opening round leaves coach in the dark about opponents.30 Aug 09:20 PM
CrimeEditorial: Despite shooting, 'gang town' label is still way wide of the markSomeone gets shot and, for a brief spell, it's all about the gangs30 Aug 05:00 AM
CrimeInvestigations continue into Kevin Ratana homicideThe Eagle helicopter has left Whanganui but out-of-town police staff remain.29 Aug 08:10 PM
New Zealand'Nightmare' 10 days in Bali detentionBali not all sun, sand and Bintangs for family wedding party.29 Aug 04:20 AM
New ZealandPolice have a new tool in the fight against beehive crimeBeehive thefts are rising, but police are fighting back.29 Aug 04:00 AM
CrimeGang brawl at pubJason Hone Rutherford of Hells Angels was involved in a series of brawls one night in May.29 Aug 02:30 AM
New ZealandKidnapper raped stranger to anger ex-partnerRobert Allen Mair will remain in prison until he is considered safe to release.29 Aug 01:01 AM
PoliticsJay Kuten: Chester Borrows' admission of profiting from racism is welcomeIf we could bottle Don Brash's boring cadences, we'd have a cure for insomnia.28 Aug 08:01 PM
New Zealand'Review rights' plan for school suspensionsStudents suspended or expelled from schools will soon have rights of "review".28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKevin Ratana homicide: Man pleads not guilty to threatening to killName suppression for five facing charges.28 Aug 06:33 AM
New ZealandWatch as teen survives crash with minor leg injuryCCTV captures dramatic crash at intersection near school.28 Aug 05:30 AM
PoliticsOur view: Politicians the real dodgy charactersMalcolm Turnbull is the fourth prime minister in a decade to be ousted by colleagues.28 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandArmed robbery at Hospital DairyArmed robbers stole cash from the Hospital Dairy in Heads Rd on Monday.27 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimePossibly more than 100 gang members at present in WhanganuiProbably more than 100 gang members in Whanganui at the moment say police27 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand gangs relish a 'resurgence' in numbersRising gang numbers will eventually lead to an increase in crime, says criminologist.27 Aug 05:52 AM
EducationGood things come in threes for Community Education WhanganuiNew manager Mel Shaw is preparing to launch new courses and received $10,000 from UCOL.27 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice step up visibility after Kevin Ratana slayingPolice back at scene of fatal shooting.26 Aug 11:27 PM
RugbyCombined effort by Rebel Sport, Pita Pit and othersChildren have been given bags of gear and suggestions for games.26 Aug 05:00 PM
RugbyWanganui defence and discipline defeat South Canterbury in Heartland rugby openerTeam shows cool heads to minimise penalties and stop South Canterbury's bigger pack26 Aug 11:59 AM
RugbyRugby: Wanganui Development beat Wellington Maori Development despite giving them playersCoach Jerome McCrea willing to risk an official loss so long as opposition have full side26 Aug 11:15 AM
RugbyTough weekend for young Wanganui rugby players and SamoansWanganui rep teams and Heartland Hurricanes fall to heavy defeats to strong opposition26 Aug 10:30 AM
PoliticsYour say: Sweeping claim not right about Whanganui rubbish collectionReaders get it off their chest: Rubbish bags, assisted dying, the Treaty and Donald Trump26 Aug 07:17 AM
New ZealandOwner burned in Tawhero garage fireA man received burns after trying to retrieve a vehicle from a burning garage in Tawhero.26 Aug 04:26 AM
CrimeRachel Rose: Agencies working to counter family violenceDomestic violence is increasing -- so is the work to combat it25 Aug 10:09 PM
New ZealandLike a Sherlock Holmes case, beekeepers track down stolen hivesNathan David Churton received 64 beehives stolen from Settlers Honey sites in Kai Iwi.25 Aug 06:49 PM
New ZealandWhistleblower vindicated - High Court finds Waho acted with integrityDumping by fellow trustees had profound effect on Waho25 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFinding the lost: Volunteers who search for missing peopleDave Scoullar on the volunteers who drop everything to search for the missing.24 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency departments struggling, most failing to meet targetsMany DHBs are nowhere near the 95% target for getting patients through ED in six hours.24 Aug 02:51 AM
New ZealandUpdated: One in hospital following crash between car and truckMotorists advised to take care through crash site23 Aug 09:45 PM
