Ohakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.

Lexi Maples will compete in the Cooks Classic in Whanganui on January 25.

'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'

Wildbase Hospital in Palmerston North treated Tairei for two months.

Dave Hill says eight people will lose their jobs if the cafe closes.

Rātana locals are seeking reassurance from the PM about the Treaty Principles Bill.

The crash is at the intersection of State Highway 47/SH4.

Eighteen piping bands will perform, a record number for the event.

This year's competition drew 46 teams from around NZ.

Rangitīkei Mayor Andy Watson may delay stepping down as the sector faces challenges.

'There was no one with the car.'

The Kīngitanga and Te Pāti Māori will be welcomed at 3pm Thursday.

'When I tell them my actual age, they do get shocked.'

Cooks Gardens will host the Pak’nSave Cooks Classic on Saturday.

The tragedy claimed three crew members and highlighted river dangers.

Permits are now required for any open-air fires in the Manawatū-Whanganui Coastal Zone.

Swimming and water use are banned for 24 hours after treatment.

'It buys farmers time, it helps local businesses, it’s a win-win for everyone.'

The carnival returned to Whanganui for the second year in a row after a 45-year hiatus.

Whanganui will stay warm and dry despite a storm over the North Island.

It was a love story set in the summer of 1946 at the Castlecliff campground

'If people were to log their burn-offs ... then we don’t chase these things for hours.'

Beautiful weather and good vibes in Whanganui for the annual Vintage Weekend.

Fire and Emergency said seven tankers and one helicopter are responding.

Russell Marshall was Whanganui MP from 1972 to 1990.

Boyd's Auto Barn hosts a temporary cinema for Friends of the Whanganui River.

'A lot of great things are happening in town.'

Allpress has 1956 NZ wins, with aims to be the first female jockey to reach 2000.