New ZealandWet wet wet: Auckland gets nearly a year’s rainfall in five monthsAuckland's rainfall totals are running nearly three times above average in a sopping 2023.22 May 04:27 AM
New ZealandWeather impact continues around regionThere's an increased risk of landslips as the ground dries out after heavy rain.21 May 07:04 PM
KahuLooted taonga to return to Whanganui RiverTe Kōanga o Rehua will arrive on Wednesday after a nearly 50-year battle for its return.20 May 10:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCalls for greater fuel competition in Whanganui and RuapehuThe Whanganui council has contacted lower-price suppliers in a bid to drive prices down.19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The whole community is behind us': Football facility build imminent'This wasn’t about rivalries, this was about infrastructure.'19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral relief funds directed to 'high-impact' parts of Hastings“I think it shows that we’re an empathetic district and community.”19 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhy Sarjeant on the Quay is set to closeSarjeant on the Quay, in Whanganui, will close permanently to the public on June 30.18 May 11:09 PM
New ZealandHomeless support site almost ready to go“What we are doing in Anzac Parade and Taupō Quay is not going to solve the problem."18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMixed reactions in Whanganui to Budget 2023Some Whanganui commentators say the Budget doesn't hold much for them.18 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandRangitīkei council boss resignsBeggs' project management expertise guided the council through Te Matapihi build.17 May 11:49 PM
New ZealandInterest in passenger trains gathers steamA meeting will be held on May 23 on potential plans to bring rail back to the city.17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore cash needed for Surf Lifeguard Service to stay afloat'We’ve been facing a few issues, especially when it comes to wages and rising costs.'16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKevin Page: Being a model citizen comes with its drawbacksPosing for a photographer causes issues for columnist Kevin Page.15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPublic transport service catching up with bigger centres“Currently, there might just be a pole and a little concrete pad and that’s it.”15 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Innovative hospitality operator' wanted for Sarjeant"Good quality coffee... goes without saying."15 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandBurger King launches investigation after raw chicken allegedly served"The actual chicken breast wasn’t cooked at all, it was just bright pink."15 May 02:57 AM
New ZealandWhanganui weather: Rain and shine in this week's menu'There’s still a little bit of uncertainty with this system.'15 May 12:11 AM
New Zealand$500,000 Heads Rd in Whanganui close to completion"It had recently shown extensive cracking and rutting."14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandClub rugby wrap: Border retain shield but Ruapehu show sparkBorder winger Luke Myers - on debut this season - scored a hat-trick of tries.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaimarie steamer records best season yet, with local visitors driving numbersManager calls time after seven years and high-traffic season.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDoes Whanganui have a future in agri-tourism?Multi-day walks, wine tasting and cheese-making are just some of the ideas.14 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOne stat sums up Athletic's season so far'It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to work out where we’re lacking at the moment.'12 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMy Perfect Weekend with Rachel Dickison: Markets, music and comedy in the mix'On Sunday, a sleep-in is non-negotiable.'12 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe fake story of a real disappearance to be releasedThe author of the book was inspired to write it after taking a DNA test.12 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNicky Rennie: Mother’s Day a loving gesture for some, commercial rubbish to othersIs Mother's Day an opportunity for a loving gesture or commercial rubbish?12 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDoes the Castlecliff skatepark need lights?'We park the car down there with headlights but it’s not great ...'12 May 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncil allays concern about climate budget cuts"Our communities are asking, I believe, for us to take this seriously.”11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCheryl Rangi on hot chips, Bason Reserve and her Troll adoption centreHer home project has turned into a fully-fledged business.11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLiz Wylie: 'My love Kōwhai Park'I'm loving sharing my memories and making new ones with my grandchildren.11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom blown engine to top of the podium for Whanganui racerCars in this series regularly generate around 900 horsepower.11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFlight risk: Dotterels' new nesting spot on runway tarmac“If the aircraft had started, the eggs would have been sucked up.”11 May 03:24 AM
New ZealandWhanganui hit with rain and single-digit temperaturesTemperatures got as low as 2.2C in Waiouru.11 May 12:06 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor fears impact of carbon farming on rural communities"....it’s land that should never have been taken out of forestry in the first place".10 May 05:00 PM