Latest news from Whanganui

Sound Canvas returns with 'very different perspective'
There are performances on Friday and Saturday, May 2-3.

'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining application
The Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.

Whanganui citizens’ assembly selected
The group will make recommendations to the council about the future of outdoor swimming.

Path to skies earns Air Force recruit top awards
William Fogden's interest in the Air Force was sparked by a concreting job at Ohakea.

Marist Rugby stalwart named national president
Whanganui's Mike Donoghue has been involved with New Zealand Marist for nearly 60 years.

Curtains for old St George's building?
'There comes a point where we have to consider all options.'

Body found in Feilding, police treat death as unexplained
Police were called to the address about 12.50pm

Police seek witness who reported Toyota cutting corners 'shortly' before fatal crash
The Toyota RAV4's driver is due to be sentenced next week.

Rat footprints in predator-free park trigger response
Volunteers with backcountry skills are urgently needed for monitoring efforts.

Rugby: Kaierau reclaim Whanganui Rugby Shield
Ethan Robinson scored twice, including the match-winning try.

Mixed signals: Unemployment down but jobs decline in Whanganui
Consumer spending in Whanganui rose 5.3% over the year to December 2024.

Stock car driver critically injured after smash at Whanganui speedway
A car crash at Oceanview Speedway led to a person being cut from a vehicle.

Man who killed his father and brother found with torture videos at time of murders
The charges were laid four years after Nathan Frost murdered his family members.

'World's best and loveliest daughter': Tributes for young woman killed in Marton crash
My Marie Harder Clemensen died in a crash on SH1 in March, police confirmed.

Q&A: Helen Watson talks musicals, fantasy novels and Amdram’s latest play
Helen Watson will direct Amdram’s first 2025 show, Ladies’ Day.

Filling a gap: Anglican Church building homes on unused land
Each house costs about $300,000, funded by the diocese.

Spike in odour complaints at wastewater plant
'Potentially, there is room for those calls to keep increasing.'

Nicky Rennie: Taking selfies with Pope's body crosses a line
OPINION: I'm horrified by the behaviour of some people paying respects to Pope Francis.

Government extends aid for drought-hit farmers facing long recovery
Farmers have a new focus on minimising the impact of extreme weather events.

How a childhood injury led Jacob Booth to rugby refereeing success
Booth is the only Whanganui-based referee in the programme.

Thousands gather for Whanganui Anzac Day services
Speeches were made by the RSA president, Mayor Andrew Tripe and Captain John Granville.

Watch: Thousands gather for Anzac Day Commemorations around NZ
The national day of remembrance for fallen servicemen and women begins with dawn services.

'Can't beat it': Mud, motors and manoeuvres in 4X4 Challenge
Easy-viewing and accessibility two reasons for event's sustained success, says organiser.

Speedway: Warriors ready for battle
The event celebrates 50 years of the Warriors with a big meeting at Oceanview.

Anzac Day showdown: Taihape vs Marist in top women's rugby clash
Taihape hosts Marist at Memorial Park in a rematch of last year’s final.