Latest from Whanganui

Modernising Kowhai Park a 'double-edged sword'

“We have a lot of land there that is just grass."

Kowhai Park fire considered suspicious

Hours after the initial fire was put out, a second fire ignited further up the riverbank.

Whanganui council edges closer to Māori wards decision

Councillor Josh Chandulal-Mackay on how the debate is stacking up.

Outgoing coach expects Whanganui Athletic to bounce back

Matt Calvert has been given an opportunity too good to turn down.

Lake Alice tower back on the market as government offer rejected

The couple who own the tower say they're gutted about the outcome.

Millions needed to fully upgrade Whanganui East Pool

Relocating the outdoor facility could be an option in the future.

111-year-old Whanganui home given away

With the building gone, the property owner plans to subdivide the section in two.

Crews fighting large fire at Kowhai Park

Strong winds are buffeting the city.

'Quite a lot to digest': Trends show how Whanganui could look in 10 years

With a high-growth model, the district could have a population of 52,981 by 2034.

Gifted young Māori rower knows the fastest way to finish line

Whanganui teenager has a promising future in the sport.

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

Have you been to the library recently?

'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.

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."