New ZealandShark spotted in Whanganui RiverPolice are warning users of the Whanganui River to beware of a shark that has been spotted in the river.05 Feb 04:39 AM
New ZealandCrashed driver takes good Samaritans' carPolice are disgusted after a crashed driver stole a car belonging to an elderly couple who had stopped to help him.16 Jan 11:10 PM
New ZealandMob members weep as crash dead foundMongrel Mob members huddled together and barked like dogs as a child's body was removed from the water.13 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandMan guilty of toddler's murderA Whanganui High Court jury has found Rikki Ngatai-Check, who kicked two-year-old Karl Perigo-Check to death, guilty of murder.29 Nov 03:25 AM
New ZealandRenewed call for reinstatement of provocation defence The Law Society has renewed its call to reinstate the partial defence of provocation following its successful use in the Bourke manslaughter case.10 Nov 05:06 AM
SportRowing: Drysdale to defend Billy Webb titleWorld rowing championships medalists Mahe Drysdale and Alan Campbell headline Saturday's 5km Billy Webb Challenge on Whanganui River.10 Nov 12:27 AM
New ZealandTeens arrested for aggravated assaultA Whanganui man was last night assaulted by two teenagers who attempted to steal his car when he took them for a drive in order to get them out of his house, say police.15 Oct 08:34 PM
New ZealandWhanganui fire contained<p><i>Did you see the fire?</i><br> <a href="http://www.nzherald.co.nz/ugc/?campaign_id=2">Send us your photos and video</a></p>28 Sep 07:20 PM
KahuHundreds farewell Whanganui leaderAround 800 people fairwelled Sir Archie Taiaroa today before his casket was taken down the Whanganui River to his final resting place.25 Sep 06:42 AM
LifestyleYou want salsa with thatNew Zealanders of all ages are dancing their way to health and happiness with Latin American dance classes. Jennifer Little finds out more.15 Sep 05:30 PM