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
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
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 ZealandNorth Mole regeneration project may need extra fundingThe project received $876,250 from MBIE's Tourism Infrastructure Fund.13 Mar 05:00 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 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
New Zealand‘Get paid to join’: 300 sign up for first Whanganui citizens’ assemblyParticipants will be paid $500 for attending four to five meetings.10 Mar 10:49 PM
New ZealandAbuse towards ‘vulnerable’ council staff not slowing downCouncil boss David Langford is "happy to front up" to people angry with the council.10 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Desperately need water': Drought tightens grip on farmers'Springs and wells are drying up, putting huge pressure on stock water availability.'10 Mar 03:27 AM
New ZealandState-integrated school’s optional $10,000 fee shocks parentThe fee for day students nearly doubled from $5585 since 2020.09 Mar 08:13 PM
New ZealandWhy two men are determined to finish a stranger’s dream boat'I don’t even know the guy but that boat’s got to be finished.'09 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuIwi celebrate $21.7m settlement but brace for challenges aheadIwi negotiator Aiden Gilbert said the day was joyful but there were challenges ahead.08 Mar 10:26 PM
New ZealandFirst redress payments made to Lake Alice survivorsFifteen survivors have received $150,000 rapid redress payments so far.08 Mar 09:56 PM
New ZealandA unique slice of Paradise in the middle of nowhereKem Ormond's three days at Blue Duck Station were truly something special.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandOut with the scraps? Council could ditch food scraps serviceCouncillors will decide its fate at an extraordinary meeting on Monday evening.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘The grass is golden’: Farmers desperate for rain'A lot of people are struggling for water to feed their stock.'05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPak’nSave following law by demanding personal details for $1000-plus shopping bills - IRDThe little-known rule has caught multiple people out.04 Mar 08:11 PM
New Zealand‘Like I’m guilty’: Supermarket sorry for questioning shopper’s $1k grocery billShe paid her large grocery bill and then was stopped, with staff wanting personal details.03 Mar 08:56 PM
New Zealand‘Spread kindness’: Good Bitches Baking bring skills to prisons'If a ‘swear word’ in our name helps get people to think about our message, that's a win.'28 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuFrom protest to partnership: Pākaitore legacy 30 years onFriday, February 28, marks the 30th anniversary since Whanganui Māori made their stand.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPilot injured after plane makes forced landing inland from Manawatū coastThe pilot activated a personal locator beacon about 12.50pm.27 Feb 01:48 AM
Racing$30 greyhounds bet nets Auckland punter $776k windfall Chef’s Mate had the longest odds, paying $13 in Race 8.27 Feb 12:59 AM
KahuWhy Te Matatini 2025 is drawing record crowdsAll tickets for the 2025 Te Matatini finals day are sold out.26 Feb 05:37 AM
New Zealand'Desperate conditions': North Island farmers brace for droughtFarmers around the North Island are being warned to prepare for drought conditions.25 Feb 11:14 PM
