New ZealandHow council will manage 'bricks and mortar' assets'We are attempting to lead the way a little bit with this.'02 Aug 05:01 PM
New ZealandFire-ravaged home 60m from fire station serves as stark reminder for community'Two or three minutes later you’re watching your house burn down.'02 Aug 05:01 PM
New Zealand'That was a pretty spectacular sight'Whanganui firefighter Bryan Barkla reflects on his 50-year career.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTouch of frost with sunshine for weekendMetService says the days should warm up quickly after a chilly start.02 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandSisters' rowing bronze 'something really special'Whanganui female rowers have made the podium at every Olympics since 2012.02 Aug 12:25 AM
KahuWhanganui River whānau working together for nature'The results are looking good for both land and people.'01 Aug 11:07 PM
New ZealandFamily’s front yard cabin still standing despite infringement noticeIf the cabin was out the back, it would be OK.01 Aug 05:45 PM
New ZealandFamily recipe wins over pie judges'My son asked me for three years to make it into a pie.'01 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandBumper season for naked pumpkin seeds'It’s definitely a labour-intensive operation but we love what we’re doing.'31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBurgermania hits Whanganui'We all offer different experiences and versions of the same thing.'31 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournamentShe had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.30 Jul 08:53 PM
New ZealandHospital's 'last remaining vestige' to be restoredWhanganui Regional Heritage Trust and Whanganui’s two Rotary clubs are behind the project.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWater charges will 'rise rapidly'The council can join forces with other councils for water services or go it alone.30 Jul 02:57 AM
New Zealand'Inclusive of everybody': A decade since Whanganui River Deed of Settlement'Everybody who lives alongside the river has a role to play.'29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow polar blast will impact Whanganui'There’s not too much to worry about for Whanganui temperature-wise.'29 Jul 03:55 AM
New ZealandSeven vehicles damaged by SH3 potholesThe potholes were temporarily repaired last Monday.29 Jul 03:28 AM
New ZealandNZ U16 rowing marathon record smashedJake Newton smashed the NZ rowing marathon record by over 13 minutes on Saturday, July 28. Video / Steve CarleWatch29 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui rugby: Hawkes Bay a class above in Shield challenge'It's hard to be super critical, they didn't stop trying.'28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoof work on one of Whanganui’s oldest buildings opens window to pastTylee Cottage was constructed on Wilson St in 185328 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui rugby: Tough pre-season hit out for women’s rep sideReinforcements are on the way.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui rugby: Narrow loss for Under-20s'Another training will do us wonders this week.'28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew cafe to give profits to mental health, addiction service'The reason why I came up with the name Aunty's is to promote that sense of community.'28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRanfurly Shield holders go on try-scoring romp: A dozen will be fine, thank youThe new back-three all scored tries in the first half.27 Jul 05:18 AM
New ZealandFormer Olympic athletes, parents share Olympic fever for Paris 2024"I can remember him saying to me ‘I want to go to the Olympics one day’."26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFunding boost for young athletesThe Future Champions Trust helps young sportspeople going to international competitions.25 Jul 12:21 AM
New Zealand'Just keep going' as customers tighten purses'They might just have a coffee or something light, or they’ll share a plate.'24 Jul 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSea hawk becomes a Magpie: A rare NPC rugby signing from WalesThe Magpies are preparing for a second Ranfurly Shield defence of the season on Saturday.24 Jul 06:00 AM
KahuCouncil resists call to reverse Māori ward decisionWhanganui District Council says it's a pushback against Government moves.24 Jul 03:55 AM
New ZealandMultiple animal carcasses discovered on Whanganui beachDischarging a carcass into or near a waterway can lead to fines of up to $750.24 Jul 02:36 AM
New ZealandEuropean air forces' planes touch downAir force personnel from Spain, Germany and France are visiting Base Ōhakea.24 Jul 01:20 AM
New ZealandGround-breaking operation after man’s 12-metre fallA routine follow-up call from a surgeon may have saved a Palmerston North man's mobility.22 Jul 11:30 PM
New ZealandFive potholes in recently-repaired road: Motorist fuming after car damaged on state highway'I instantly felt my car hit about four to five potholes really hard.'22 Jul 08:49 PM
New ZealandKiwi comedians delve into art of quitting smoking'I was on my knees, my eyes were tearing up and my cousins were pissing themselves.'22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil puts buildings with ‘beautiful character’ on the market'There’s beautiful character in there, it’s just about the right person coming along.'22 Jul 05:00 PM
