Latest news from Whanganui
Council cautioned against Māori ward bias
A councillor wanted the Māori ward referendum labelled as discriminatory.
Two men face kidnapping charges after rural shooting incident
Multiple charges have been laid against a 48-year-old man and 67-year-old man.
Kai Hub faces closure without community financial support
The Kai Hub has been in operation since 2022 and distributes to 21 organisations.
Former All Black and hockey star honoured in Whanganui Hall of Fame
Anna Symes and Andrew Donald are the 35th and 36th inductees.
‘Must-attend event’: Marton’s Harvest Festival returns with fresh flavour
Matt Chisholm will host the festival on April 6 at Sir James Wilson Park.
Athletics: Whanganui athletes excel as North Island Schools Championships near
There have been personal bests and standout performances at the tail-end of the season.
Fire prohibition lifted in Whanganui as risk reduces
The region returned to a restricted fire season on March 26.
‘Ticking along well’: Castlecliff Golf Club tees up 100 years
'A quick look at the honours board shows a lot of people who shaped the club.'
Plant thefts frustrate council
Whanganui District Council urges people to report suspicious activity in parks to police.
Council rejects ‘inaccurate and misleading’ cafe petition
The Funky Duck will soon be 'completely and utterly gutted' as the lease ends.
‘Incredibly, incredibly grateful’: Family praises first responders to Taihape crash
'Without those people, the outcome could have been completely different.'
Asset values up only $100m since 2022: New report on 10 biggest iwi
Most iwi had positive financial returns in 2024, an improvement on 2023: latest report
‘A hand up’: Eight athletes receive funding for international events
The young Whanganui athletes received grants from the Future Champions Trust.
Health NZ cuts funds for Fit for Surgery programme
The programme helps patients lose weight before elective surgeries.
Kevin Page: Beloved family dog leaves lasting memories
Despite losing a leg, George remained a brave and loving companion.
Marist qualify for Coastal Challenge final after 36-run upset
Connor Rees scored 61, leading Marist to a total of 190-8 in Masterton.
Person airlifted to hospital after crash in Taihape
A person received moderate injuries in a crash on SH1 at Taihape.
Recycling crisis: Overflow, contamination could close waste station
Rubbish dumped at Raetihi's recycling facility includes food waste and animal carcasses.
Heating source likely cause of hot tub fire
Firefighters were called to a property in Bulls early on Monday morning.
Whanganui police breath test nearly 10,000 drivers over two days
'Our aim is to prevent tragic incidents on our roads.'
Tohu Whenua programme to promote region’s landmarks
A travel itinerary based on history and culture will be created for the Horizons region
Hapū knowledge could upend kaimoana rules
Hapū say South Taranaki reefs are severely depleted, especially of pāua
Rāhui in place at one of Aotearoa’s top hikes after death on track
Police extended their condolences to the family and the track will reopen Wednesday.
Popular day hike deceptively dangerous
Easter visitors are warned not to be complacent about the Tongariro Crossing.
Shelley Loader: What Whanganui people love about their community
OPINION: Social problems are increasing but the solution is free
‘A high-wire trapeze’: Blues trio ready to launch
Brian Baker's move to Whanganui is paying dividends.
‘Deeply committed’ Whanganui teens representing NZ in touch rugby
They need to raise $4000 each, with $750 support from the Future Champions Trust.
Life in the bus lane: Barriers being installed to keep trucks out
'I’m hoping that if you see a boom there, you won’t go through it'.