New ZealandHealth rollbacks creating 'a level of nervousness'"All of those contracts will transfer back to Te Whatu Ora, and what does that look like?”18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui, Rangitīkei, Ruapehu await more details of Three Waters' repealThe Government plans to repeal Three Waters early next year.17 Dec 09:21 PM
New ZealandVelodrome launch attracts riders from Wellington and CambridgeWhanganui's Accoya-surfaced velodrome hailed as among world's best.17 Dec 07:37 PM
New Zealand'A real privilege': Sport Whanganui boss signs off'It's not about high performance, it's about getting out and doing stuff.'16 Dec 10:50 PM
New ZealandThe rare bird only found along the Whanganui RiverIt was first seen on the river's lower areas about 30 years ago - and now there's a book.15 Dec 09:40 PM
New ZealandTroublesome timber causes budget reshuffleWorkers have “broken the back of this job”.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Death tracks': Greyhound deaths spark calls for ban'The injuries won’t stop until the industry does,' Save Animals From Exploitation says.15 Dec 12:49 AM
New ZealandRiver leaders take new strategy to the peopleIt aims to establish strategy as the foundation for resource management in the catchment.14 Dec 10:38 PM
New ZealandHomeless hub scrapped in favour of support servicesA "brick-and-mortar" approach is off the table.14 Dec 04:00 AM
KahuKickboxing champ surprised to be role modelEarl-Jay Pehi says whānau support is key to his sporting success.13 Dec 11:50 PM
New ZealandWhanganui surf lifeguard awarded highest possible qualificationOnly 16 people were selected to take part in the three-day programme.13 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand'A dream come true': Whanganui teacher jets off to Chile on scholarship'I was over the moon, a dream come true.'13 Dec 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil wrestles ‘crazy’ insurance costs“This is not a sustainable thing going forward.”13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCalls for council to halt Castlecliff 'race track'A serious accident involving a child was 'the last straw' for worried residents.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWork on final site of flood repairs on SH4 completedWork on the site started in early 2022.13 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui man shot by police stable in Wellington HospitalThe Independent Police Conduct Authority is investigating.13 Dec 12:24 AM
New Zealand'Play Station' pilot to launch sports gear into local parksPlay Stations aim to encourage active play at Whanganui parks.13 Dec 12:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui charity puts building up for saleThe charity was examining how to operate due to recent changes in the economy.12 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandTruck crash closes the Desert RdA detour is in place for motorists in the area.12 Dec 08:33 PM
KahuCrossFit champ says more Māori and Pasifika people are taking up the sportDante Karangaroa is the fittest man in Aotearoa.12 Dec 06:04 PM
New Zealand'Treat them with respect': Parking wardens in firing line"If someone is violent and abusive towards our staff, we’ll have the evidence ..."12 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTargeted forestry rates set to skyrocket"I’m going to be bold here and say there is no viable alternative.”12 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandProposal to change name of village draws public submissionsNgā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa New Zealand Geographic Board supports the proposal.12 Dec 01:03 AM
New ZealandSecond time lucky for St Anne's as Hurricanes come to town“This is an awesome opportunity for them and a great way to finish the year".11 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandMan shot by police after allegedly attacking police officers, dogThe man allegedly assaulted officers and a police dog.11 Dec 10:28 PM
New ZealandApplications lower than expected for Whanganui rates relief schemeThe rates remission scheme is available for the rest of the financial year.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'An amazing feeling': Manawatū-Whanganui women's golf team end 63-year drought'I couldn’t cope, I was so excited.'11 Dec 12:47 AM
New ZealandTouching presentation at Whanganui Camera Club's annual awards nightGuest speaker Rachel Garland gave a touching presentation at Whanganui Camera Club Awards10 Dec 09:20 PM
New ZealandRecycling centre closed for another weekDue to building damage, the centre is likely to be closed until December 18.10 Dec 08:53 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRob RattenburyRob Rattenbury: How mentors shape our livesComment: Others help parents raise their children without often even being aware of it.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: What to expect this week“The band of rain that was moving up the country on Sunday will have gone."09 Dec 11:11 PM
New Zealand'Extremely precious': Teeny tiny Bible carefully repairedThe miniature Bible comes with its own magnifying glass.09 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBridge too far: Collapsing culvert causes funds reallocationMany bridges across the Whanganui district are expected to soon reach their expiry date.08 Dec 04:00 PM
