Nine state homes to be built this year
The houses are needed, with 64 Whanganui households now seeking housing help.
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Kiwi cafe's Caramilk cheesecake goes viral
A Whanganui cafe gets worldwide love for their cheesecake creation.
Collegiate no longer in debt, says board
Wanganui Collegiate BOT claims the school is financially sound and no longer in debt.
Doctor faked certificate out of 'desperation'
Disgraced junior doctor used fake documents to get a job at Whanganui Hospital.
Business tips for Whanganui women
Whanganui women have the opportunity for some top-level business motivation.
Extending Glassworks opening days costly
Council ponders whether NZ Glassworks should open up on public holidays.
Cricket mad Hamish wins masters silver
Whanganui Mayor Hamish McDouall wins cricket silver at NZ Masters Games in Dunedin
'National would have been stuffed without Bill English'
Bill English has been a very solid leader for National, local party members say.
Young councillor leads way in meeting attendance
Figures reveal which Councillors attended most meetings.
'It was no chance, or some chance'
Whanganui woman's ground-breaking story about how she fought her MS.
Information sought post charter schools decision
Amendment bill aims to bring charter schools back in to the state system.
Big year ahead for Dewhirst Law
Samantha Bills is now an associate at Dewhirst Law, one of a few changes for the firm.
Nicola Patrick: Poised and unaffected, Ardern rules Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day had a fresh feeling this year .. thanks to our PM
Sheep killed, stolen in broad daylight
'He captured it, killed it, skinned it in the paddock, then dragged it to his Ute...'
Man denies killing mate in motorcycle race
Tragic motorcycle incident puts man in court for the death of his friend
Wildwoods Estates a stunning lifestyle home
A Riverbank Rd lifestyle home is an exquisite reflection of a bygone era in Whanganui.
Ivory heads changed Whanganui and Partners
New leader will set goals and work to make Whanganui a better place to live.
Teachers happy National Standards gone
A new year with no national standards is welcomed by teachers' union NZEI Te Riu Roa.
Families relax at Pakaitore on Waitangi Day
Whanganui's Waitangi Day commemorations centred around Pakaitore/Moutoa Gardens.
No investigation into ammonia leak by WorkSafe
Affco will complete a voluntary review of health and safety at its Imlay plant.
Woman struck with multiple wasp stings
Multiple wasp stings first of two call-outs for rescue helicopter on a busy day.
Rents set to soar, says Property Institute
Sallies and property agent say Whanganui's rental market still as tight as ever.
Hipango outspent rivals to win seat
Donations to Whanganui electorate candidates have been revealed.
Going into bat for the Masters Games
Councillor, Mayor head south in support of Masters Games.
Bid to stop council selling popular city reserve
Hundreds sign on against sale of Cornmarket Reserve
Entertainment, food, stalls, talk at two venues
Signing the Treaty of Waitangi to be remembered at two community days.
'Please slow down': Residents' makeshift road-safety sign in Whanganui
Makeshift signs pop up following call for safety measures.
The woman behind the film: 'I'm whāngai myself'
Sharing the Love filmmaker shares her own experiences of being brought up by family.
Gareth Carter: Lawns rampant as summer enters last month
Gareth Carter's regular gardening column
Watch: 'Idiot' driver's terrifying near-miss at 100km/h
The oncoming driver had to swerve at full speed to avoid a terrible crash.