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Bird numbers at Whanganui's Virginia Lake aviary slashed
The drop in bird numbers was down to natural attrition and rehoming.
'Ridiculous' Vakarorogo record try haul secures home semi for Whanganui
It's all on next week at Cooks Gardens.
Digital issues now make up a huge part of Whanganui libraries' borrowing
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'Dream run': Horrocks clocks up 100 games for Whanganui
'It's been a bit of a dream run, to be fair, without any injuries.'
Swimming facilities buoyant but costs rising
The 'Hunger Games' approach to booking lessons will soon be a thing of the past.
Waitōtara farming icon remembered
'He was just so positive, especially in difficult times.'
Durie Hill School to celebrate 150 years of education
The school's new principal hoped the celebrations would bring pupils of all ages together.
Whanganui's forest sanctuary and homestead a joy in spring
The new season makes for a great time to visit the Bushy Park sanctuary,
Music royalty hitting town before massive US tour
"To me, the best shows are always the smaller towns."
National's Carl Bates confident as election day draws near
"The role of the MP for Whanganui is to ensure National policies are felt here."
'Stay the course': Steph Lewis says country has turned a corner
“Kicking the can down the road is not the answer."
City set for a beastly night of rock and riffs
“It’s absolutely mind-blowing to me that we’ve lasted this long."
Whanganui candidates on climate change
Managed retreat and more renewable energy were mentioned by candidates.
Rugby: Milestone games for Lindsay Horrocks as Whanganui look to clinch home semi
"He’s just a competitor."
'There's a lot more involved': New Marton vet clinic as population grows
"People will do a lot more work on sick animals."
Roading contract highlights Rangitīkei road issues
The district mayor said some of the roads in the region were difficult to use at times.
Lost council project resurfaces
"If you go down there on a Saturday, it’s quite busy and it’s quite dangerous.”
Around 4000 ceramic pots are housed at New Zealand’s only museum of studio ceramics, Quartz, in Whanganui
Quartz, Museum of Studio Ceramics in Whanganui is unique in New Zealand
Car and train collide in Whanganui
The crash happened at the Heads Rd intersection with Kings and Balgownie avenues.
Whanganui racer back home after six-month MTB trip
Ramage represented New Zealand at the Cycling World Championships as part of the trip.
Taco Bell's arrival to this Kiwi town remains a mystery
Building consent a year ago was for a Taco Bell with drive-through and 51-seat restaurant.
Whanganui dog report reveals one big change in behaviour
Five years ago wandering dogs was “a massive problem”. But things have changed.
Minister of Health says hospital occupancy needs to improve
“It’s never desirable to have people waiting."
New timber processing plant rises from ashes
The building's previous plant was destroyed in a fire.
Tree cleared from Whanganui street after truck collision
The road was partially blocked while the tree was cleared,
The Chronicle Q&A: Sandra Morris
Morris talks about her inspirations, and why you don't need to draw realistically.
Rugby: Whanganui climb to second with win over Wairarapa Bush
It was the first of consecutive Bruce Steel Memorial Cup defences.
How will Whanganui Hospital cope with its growing population?
What changes will be needed to keep pace with the district’s projected population growth?
Whanganui fall short in Heartland Series rugby final
'You can't win them all. I'm still proud of them,' the coach said.
Rob Rattenbury: Schools entrench strong networks
OPINION: We knew all the stories, the jokes, the traditions.
Trophy win makes waves in Whanganui life-saving
The club also came away from a pool rescue competition with a raft of medals.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
The rain was expected to be lighter on Monday and Tuesday.