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Water funding remains problem for councils

A rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.

'Difficult choice' as church leased to preschool

'It’s not what we want to do, no one wants to close a church.'

Why Whanganui will be buzzing this weekend

Whanganui is going to be in a bit of a buzz this weekend.

Teen's 'enthralling' documentary continues to earn praise

'Many people see dyslexia as a disability. You, however, see it as a possibility.'

Young musical talent wanted for Gumboots Band

Young Rangitīkei musicians boosted by district council.

Men's Shed Whanganui launches bold plan

'It’s not only for us old fellas - it's for the new ones coming on.'

Rail hub 'a phenomenal opportunity'

'We are bullish as to what can happen from here.'

Multi-purpose makeover at Williams Domain

'It hasn’t always been plain sailing but we get there in the end.'

Frosty mornings for Whanganui

Niwa takes a look at trends in New Zealand's weather patterns.

Family’s front yard cabin still standing despite infringement notice

If the cabin was out the back, it would be OK.

Family recipe wins over pie judges

'My son asked me for three years to make it into a pie.'

Bumper season for naked pumpkin seeds

'It’s definitely a labour-intensive operation but we love what we’re doing.'

Burgermania hits Whanganui

'We all offer different experiences and versions of the same thing.'

'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournament

She had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.

Hospital's 'last remaining vestige' to be restored

Whanganui Regional Heritage Trust and Whanganui’s two Rotary clubs are behind the project.

Water charges will 'rise rapidly'

The council can join forces with other councils for water services or go it alone.

'Inclusive of everybody': A decade since Whanganui River Deed of Settlement

'Everybody who lives alongside the river has a role to play.'

How polar blast will impact Whanganui

'There’s not too much to worry about for Whanganui temperature-wise.'