New ZealandArt of popular children’s book illustrator highlighted in new exhibition “He wanted to be an artist on his own terms”20 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Make it a destination’: Whanganui Airport cafe changes handsEmma Ngatai discovered her passion for hospitality at age 5, playing cafe in the backyard.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBremworth proposes laying off 47 staff amidst major restructure“It was very quiet ... a lot of people were crying."20 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui firefighters warning after double burn-off in Westmere breaks rulesAbout 10 firefighters responded to the two fires in Westmere.19 Mar 09:45 PM
New ZealandArt for good: Artist paints volunteers at City Mission WhanganuiEighteen portraits will be on display at Space Studio and Gallery from March 25.19 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne seriously injured in Ruapehu crashSH1 remains open following the incident.19 Mar 01:06 AM
New ZealandIwi-owned research centre marks milestoneThe centre is marking two decades of kaupapa Māori research.18 Mar 10:19 PM
Kahu‘Roofs over heads’: Marae-led housing project starts'It is a different approach and we are quite comfortable and like that approach.'18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPower outage in Whanganui after tree falls on powerlines 61 customers are still without power.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Cash came in for Crays’: Couple given crayfish permit for hui illegally sold 35kg to local restaurantTony Magner says he's embarrassed by the fall from grace.18 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandTruck rolls on SH1 in North Island, one seriously injuredOne person was airlifted in a serious condition.17 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandThe ‘defining moment’ that inspired Whanganui’s newest cop'It made me realise that I truly had what was needed to put others first.' 17 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘We could lose experts’: Funding uncertainty for literacy teachersPossible reinvestment of funds has been labelled 'a kneejerk reaction to finances'.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLet there be light: New era begins at Hockey Whanganui'We are trying to be the best we can be as a small region'.16 Mar 07:32 PM
New ZealandThree to tango: Council pitching multi-council water delivery'Time is going to go fast. We need to hear from you.'16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom e-bikes to viaducts: What to expect on Whanganui’s new trailRiders can see landmarks like the Taonui and Hāpuawhenua Viaducts.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Escaping the hood’: He wanted to be a gangster - then he went to a comedy show'You can come from humble beginnings and grow up poor - you can still make it out.'14 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Best day ever’: Suzy Cato inspires music teacher’s journey from superfan to educatorSuzy Cato's photo throwback revealed Curtis Bunker as a devoted fan.14 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Dreams come true’: Whanganui woman’s cochlear implant journey finally realised Shona Beamsley cannot wait to hear her grandchildren say the words, 'I love you, Nana'.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NZ needs a long-term vision for infrastructureOPINION: 'Why do we have to spend time and money cleaning up after the incompetents?'14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZDF prepares medics for disaster relief amid severe weather eventsThe exercise simulates a severe weather event on a Pacific Island.14 Mar 02:30 AM
New Zealand‘Up for the challenge’: Rangitīkei council’s new boss sets priorities for first monthsCarol Gordon will prioritise central government reforms in her new role.13 Mar 11:30 PM
New Zealand‘Mild but variable’: Whanganui’s weather outlook for the weekendHeavier rain and fresh winds are forecast for next week.13 Mar 11:15 PM
New Zealand‘Unlikely to improve’: Dry outlook for Horizons regionDrought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.13 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorth Mole regeneration project may need extra fundingThe project received $876,250 from MBIE's Tourism Infrastructure Fund.13 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDesert Road reopens after closure cost freight industry $100,000 dailyThe Desert Road closure forced 800 trucks daily on to a 40-minute detour.13 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandFire started by prisoner in Whanganui Prison; assaults staff memberThe prisoner lit a mattress in his cell on fire. 13 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandIwi-Māori partnership unveils plan to boost health outcomes from Taumarunui to WhanganuiThe plan focuses on 'culturally attuned and responsive' health and wellbeing outcomes.12 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui fish and chip shop fire caused by oily rag ‘bursting into flames’ 'It doesn’t happen often.'12 Mar 10:06 PM
New ZealandUser pays an option to fund Dublin St replacementThe bridge is regularly inspected for safety.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHigh school teacher who groomed two students can now be namedThe Whanganui teacher was sentenced to home detention last year.12 Mar 12:57 AM
New ZealandWeterman wins national squash volunteer awardThe 35-year-old has been involved in squash since the age of 12.12 Mar 12:48 AM
New ZealandScrapped: Food waste service bites the dustCouncillors voted 9-4 in favour of ending the service before it even began.11 Mar 02:37 AM
