Latest from Whanganui

Whanganui Hospital's about-turn on controversial speed bumps

'I couldn’t believe, after everything they said, that they finally did it.'

Dismay at potential pool closure

'That pool has trained thousands of kids over the years and saved lives.'

Raetihi's Royal Theatre set for new age of cinema

The grand reopening of the theatre will occur on Saturday, April 27.

Minister discusses difficulties facing heritage buildings

'Clearly that means something to an area like Whanganui.'

Experience the magic of male voices and the joy of a mixed choir

The New Zealand Male Choir is returning to Whanganui to perform in concert.

Finding the flock - searching for stories from Flock House

Alasdair Bettles-Hall is researching the stories of the first attendees of Flock House.

Council rejects funding calls for some community projects

Whanganui District Council starts consultation on its long-term plan on April 2.

Whanganui Weather: What to expect this week

It is expected to be drier than normal for the first half of April.

'Not a good look': Councillor questions mayor's trip

'It’s been eight years since we last went. Why would another year matter?'

Whānau-run business provides authentic Whanganui River adventures

An inter-generational adventure business on the Whanganui River is booming.

'Where's the low option?': Councillors' views on rates rise

'Everyone has to take some pain here.'

Whanganui Holdings bites the dust

The decision was made at a closed Whanganui District Council meeting this week.

Whanganui's 'most important project' is at Kokohuia wetlands

'The site had been fenced off from the community for decades.'

Variety show to keep the lights on

'It’s not going to be a big, scary thing where people have to be perfect.'

Tough decisions needed to achieve 10.6 per cent rates rise

'I've talked to fellow mayors around New Zealand and there is some very real concern.'

Peter Gordon's Homeland restaurant to close its doors

The site is due to be part of a major redevelopment.

'We knew it was possible': United claim Coastal Challenge

It was a low scoring affair in Whanganui.

Rob Rattenbury: New fridge a chance to start afresh

Rob Rattenbury: All was not well with the great white monster.