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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.

'Gardening is not like putting wallpaper up': Gordon Collier on crafting a successful garden

The 88-year-old Taihape garden designer has some tips for first-time growers.

‘Get over it’: Consent nearer for Taupō Quay homeless hub

“I think we’ve stepped up in an area where there has been a void.”

Pasifika Performance put on at St Marcellin School in Whanganui

A Pasifika performance was put on by students at St Marcellin School on September 21.

Alarm Watch scoops national award

Firm awarded for "outstanding staff retention and staff development programme".

Person seriously injured in Whanganui crash

The Serious Crash Unit has been advised of the Okoia crash.

Call for safe public access to 'one of the jewels in Whanganui’s crown'

'It’s indicative of the strong desire to use Matipo Park.'

Blue Duck Station star of new book

The book's author found enjoyment in finding the small stories that make up the station.

The most-searched New Zealand place name pronunciations

Google data from the year to August shows the most-searched-for pronunciations.

Labour, Te Pāti Māori in tight race for Te Tai Hauāuru

Polls show Labour's Soraya Peke-Mason holds a tight lead over her Te Pāti Māori rival.