New ZealandLockdown leads to poetic justice for Whanganui pound dogsA record number of dogs have been rehomed this year.01 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandHouse destroyed by fire in WhangaehuThe blaze took 40 minutes to get under control.31 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandInfamous inmate bit chunk out of officer's earEar-bite and handcuff-attack inmate was first to reach infamous jail sentence milestone.30 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuPakihi Māori Summit 'creating a little village'"Whanganui does community really well, and this is just another example of that."29 Oct 04:30 AM
KahuHorizons adds two Māori councillor rolesComposition of next Horizons council open to appeal - to be made final in April next year.29 Oct 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Worst-case scenario': DHB hired shipping containers to use as makeshift morgues"We're all very lucky it didn't get to that point, and we hope it never will."26 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeAlleged assault on driver in WhanganuiThe incident occurred shortly before 10am on Monday.25 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandBillion-tonne Tonnon - the asteroid named after Whanganui musician"The 6-year-old me would be very happy about it, and I'm very happy about it".22 Oct 04:00 PM
EducationPraise for Whanganui Multisport Club in cycling success"The bonus is watching their confidence and self-esteem grow with it."21 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHomeless move site after safety threatsLong stayers moved from Whanganui homeless hub after threats to safety.20 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui DHB says 18pc of staff unvaccinated or unwilling to sayFrontline health staff must have had one jab by October 30, or risk losing their jobs.18 Oct 04:02 PM
TravelIs this the most unique way to experience the North Island?Forgotten World Adventures is open for summer, offering unique railway rides by golf cart.16 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandPM: NZ can be one of most vaccinated countries as daily doses near 130kSuper Saturday has been a record-breaking day of vaccination in New Zealand.16 Oct 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Give Delta a taste of Kiwi': Vaxathon co-host Paddy Gower on Super SaturdayInstead of donations, the aim of the Vaxathon is to raise national vaccination levels.15 Oct 04:21 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Super Saturday and Sunday are also for the undecidedSuper Sunday has been added to Whanganui's weekend vaccine rollout.15 Oct 06:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAir Chathams waits for level 2 to fly to Auckland again"Once we know what we can and can't do, we'll get into it."10 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Jacinda hyped me up to get the vaccine': How PM got Raiha Tahuri 'over the line'Jacinda Ardern is on a quickfire tour of the eastern North Island to promote getting jabs.08 Oct 08:41 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: First live art auction this weekendHeritage Art Auctions, auctioning the old fashioned way.07 Oct 02:00 AM
KahuMāori urged to set October 16 as first jab deadlineTe Tai Hauāuru MP Adrian Rurawhe says whānau have a duty of care for each other.07 Oct 12:45 AM
KahuWhanganui DHB Māori vaccination rate behind overall populationIwi leaders talk about trying to lift Māori vaccination rates in Whanganui area06 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInvestigation under way after seven lab staff exposed to toxinChemical was released as a gas from a frozen container.05 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui river leaders bring dawn ritual to Dubai"We have been working on this for three-and-a-half years."01 Oct 02:30 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Whanganui's 'real heroes'Getting the vaccine is tougher for some than others, but they're still doing it.30 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandMangaweka residents travelling an hour for Covid-19 jabMangaweka locals call for a vaccination clinic and it is on the way30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe 90% Project: How close is your age group to 90% vaccinated?First dose vaccinations in older Kiwis are more than 90 per cent almost everywhere.29 Sep 05:13 AM
New Zealand'Just doing our little bit': Indie festival wants to require proof of vaccination for entry'We see it as an extension of our health and safety policies.'28 Sep 12:46 AM
New ZealandPink Ribbon Appeal under threat in rural centresThe appeal kicks off in just over a month and more volunteer collectors are needed.24 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBanned Books Week: 'It's not really our role to censor'The Whanganui District Library stocks 45 of the top 100 most challenged publications.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe 90% Project: Why being a transient town makes vaccination vital for BullsRangitīkei mayor and health professionals are encouraged by locals' uptake.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Building an increasingly expensive businessWhanganui builders innovating to tackle supply issues.22 Sep 03:30 AM
KahuBless you: Council considers karakia before meetingsIt follows a councillor walking out in protest at opening a meeting with karakia.22 Sep 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPine Cone: How a road cone ended on top of a 100ft treeWhanganui arborists find hidden treasure while removing cone from top of tree21 Sep 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A shocking day': Six greyhounds injured during one race meetThe injuries come after the death of nine dogs at the track over the previous season.21 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsLockdown barely dents consumer confidence, young stay most upbeatSurvey finds many households said that their financial position has improved.21 Sep 05:30 AM
