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Sarjeant Happenings: Gifted work part of family memories
'Landscape (Orongorono Valley, Wainuiomata)' is an oil on canvas painting by Marcus King.
Letters: What we should do instead of removing GST from food
Readers have their say on GST on food and respect.
'It's been surreal': Annette Bishop on coaching at Netball World Cup
“New Zealand will always be home," says Singapore netball team's head coach.
Musical theatre gives Ben Pryor wings
Joining Act Three Productions has helped the squadron leader out of a mental black hole.
Work under way to repair Ōhakune motel fire damage
The hotel is planned to be fully repaired by the end of the week.
Warm, dry July breaks trend of rain for Whanganui
July 2023 was the fourth warmest July on record for the region.
'I removed the tubes and walked out': Discharged from hospital ED at 2am
'I was disoriented and I was upset about the way I had been spoken to.'
Whanganui and Thames Valley rugby teams face a most interesting clash at Cooks Gardens on Saturday
Rugby teams Whanganui and Thames Valley face a most interesting clash at Cooks Gardens.
Rugby: Development side struggles against Marist Colts
The touring NZ Marist Colts had a 34-15 win over the Whanganui Development XV.
Idea Services kapa haka group prepares to host festival
Whanganui Idea Services kapa haka group will host and perform at the regional final.
Rugby: Centurions have too much power for Whanganui
The return of halfback Lindsay Horrocks was one of the positives for Whanganui.
Rob Rattenbury: The joy of no longer being tied down
OPINION: Rob Rattenbury reflects on a working life of ties, uniforms and suits.
Young Pātea shearer wins title in Wales
Blake Mitchell got into shearing thanks to his Whanganui-based uncle.
Overnight delays expected on State Highway 3 at Ōhakea
The roadworks are part of a project to build a permanent roundabout at the intersection.
Whanganui council offers one-off rates reduction
The remission net had been cast wider to include those who may struggle with increases.
Ōhakune fire: Crews battle 'challenging' motel blaze
Motel guests were woken by the fire alarm around 3am.
Second division Lotto win in Whanganui
The ticket is the latest winner sold in Whanganui this year.
Weather: What to expect in the next few days
There will be a respite from damp weather in Whanganui.
Comment: Tangihana the ultimate place of learning
Jay Rerekura considers the importance and traditions of tangihanga.
'I've just got to face up to it': How rezoning impacts rates
"This is the reality."
Gardening: Banish those childhood vege horrors
Gareth Carter has tips to grow and enjoy broad beans without having nightmares.
Decisive actions of Whanganui soldiers in 1870 abduction brought to light
Whanganui fighters walked vast distances in pursuit of Te Kooti.
My Perfect Weekend: Wen Boylin shares her crafty weekend hobbies
Wen Boylin loves to do bone carving and puppet-making with her sons.
Rotary presents humanitarian award to local orthopaedic surgeon
Humanitarian Project award was presented to Dr John van Dalen, a Whanganui surgeon.
Sought-after pieces at charity auction
Hospice Whanganui will be having an antique and collectables auction
'Hopefully, we can do you proud': Phase one port upgrade work imminent
'The values of the river flow through everything we have been working towards.'
Whanganui’s winter celebration of women is about to kick off
Annual Winter Wonderfest is action-packed, with around 50 events in Whanganui.
Chamber Music Whanganui resumes its 2023 subscription series
Concert presented by Ākarana Piano Quartet in partnership with Chamber Music New Zealand.
Jazz Club welcomes back Rodger Fox
Jazz legend Rodger Fox at the St Johns Club this Sunday 6.30pm.
Arson charge after South Taranaki hall fire
A man has been remanded in custody on one charge of arson.
Desert Rd reopens after latest closure
Snow settled on Mount Tarawera on Thursday.
City's 'swamped' wastewater network could cost $50 million
“We have to fix this problem, and we’re going to have to spend some money to do it.”
Whanganui rugby: Women’s rep side ready for shot at history
Whanganui has a shot at winning the inaugural Heartland representative trophy.