Local Whanganui news
New chair for Whanganui's Bason Botanic Gardens Trust
Sam Moore encourages the community to engage with the gardens, both in person and online.
Awa Adventure Run to celebrate trail running and mental health awareness
The first-ever Awa Adventure Run is taking place
$30,000 grant for Ruapehu Rugby and Sports Club
Local rugby clubs get a helping hand
Scott Emerson Central North Island building apprentice winner
Scott Emerson Central N.I, Registered Master Builders Carters Apprentice of the Year
Residents thrilled with visit from St George's art students
Art students from St George’s Preparatory School visit Living Waters
Local singer-songwriter Charlotte Melser's ‘sold out’ show
Charlotte Melser took to Whanganui’s Repertory Theatre stage in front of a full house
Successful event for Starfish Project in Whanganui
The Givealittle page is still open until the end of October for the Starfish Project.
Bartlett dominates Strada Road Series race
The Whanganui Cycling Club Strada 5 Road Series is proving quite popular.
Open day to celebrate Hakeke Street Community Centre's expansion
Hakeke Street Community Centre and Love and Learn Childcare Community Open Day
Move your body for mental health
Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) starts on September 23.
Camera Club captures local churches for posterity
Whanganui Camera Club members have taken over 2000 photos of nearly 70 churches.
Rural news
'We sat on our laurels': US citrus growers' warning for NZ
Prevention touted as key to avoiding a citrus greening disease catastrophe.
Tastiest steak competition is on again at Gisborne A&P Show
The ever-popular Silver Ferns Farms 'Steak of Station' on again at Gisborne's spring show.
Hereheretau named as B+LNZ finalists
Hereheretau Station from Wairoa named finalists in a category of the B+LNZ awards.
Lifestyle news
Gareth Carter: Lush up your lawn
OPINION: Make the most of your lawn with Gareth Carter's tips.
Gareth Carter: Grow some summer berries
Comment: Gareth Carter has tips on growing strawberries this season.
Gareth Carter: Spring’s arrival heralds seed planting time
OPINION: It's time for seeds of summer-growing vegetables and flowers to be sown indoors.
Car news & advice
Volkswagen ID.5 Pro+ long term review: as is the fashion
How does our ID.5 fare in the worlds of fashion and film? Ask an expert.
GWM rewriting driver-assistance software for New Zealand models
GWM admits its ADAS systems aren't right for NZ roads. An update is on the way.
Limited-edition GR Yaris honours Toyota's WRC legacy
GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition marks 51 years since first WRC victory.
OneRoof property news
Block NZ judge: 'I’d be very surprised if The Block returns. Actually, I don’t think it will'
Reality TV show's demise is a "shame" but not a surprise.
Four neighbouring homes up for grabs at the beach
They used to be part of Whitianga backpacker lodge.
Olympian Eric Murray reveals renovation therapy - 'we lived pretty rough for a while'
Gold medallist selling the villa he upgraded with son Zac and partner Thea.
More from Whanganui Midweek
Whanganui District numbers quiz
Test your knowledge in the Whanganui District numbers quiz.
Art group celebrates its success.
A year ago, Lynne Walker started Art Over East with her friend Dora Baker.
Amdram’s 150th Show: Oliver! – spreading the joy of live theatre
Amdram gears up for its spectacular 150th Anniversary Show, Oliver! the musical.
Whanganui women celebrated through Suffrage Day events
The museum is at the forefront of talks and tours.
Cutting-edge electronica comes to life at Whanganui's Vinyl Room
Celebrate the release of a dance 12" on Whanganui’s newest record label, Pleasure.
UCOL's new scholarships to support students with $180k in funding
'This funding is intended to help further remove barriers.'
Happy 15th birthday, Gonville Library
'Community is such a beautiful word – it’s got unity in it, that’s why we do it.'
Community spirit shines in Whanganui
A new basketball court has been provided for the tamariki of Whanganui East
Feral animals are costing farmers a fortune - survey
Feral goats, pigs, deer and other wild animals are costing farmers at least $13m a year.
Oarsome News: Two key council issues
Retaining Māori wards? PM lambasted councils for ‘wasteful' spending.
Jazzical potpourri at Porridge Watson
Jazzical potpourri of music from Kevin and Fran’s musical partnership
Nana & Petal performing at Musicians Club
Nana & Petal performing at the Musicians Club in Whanganui
Whanganui charities and community organisations to benefit as Z Energy opens Good in the Hood voting
Whanganui charities and community organisations to benefit from "Good in the Hood"
Reigniting a classic Kiwi tradition at Whanganui Regional Museum
New Outfit of the Month at the Whanganui Regional Museum.