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Mother-of-two sobs as she's jailed for knuckle-duster assault
Andrea Leota wore knuckle-dusters to inflict maximum violence on her victim.
Defence Force help police meth bust, seven men before court
Police found over 19kg of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $6.7 million.
School bus driver a valued member of the community
The school said all of the students involved in the fatal crash were uninjured.
Mr Tinker Thinker tells a story about plumbing
Mr Tinker Thinker was named by a Facebook fan of the artist
National exhibition makes final stop in Whanganui
Whanganui Regional Museum will house the Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award.
Audrey Young: National makes limited progress on new women candidates
ANALYSIS: It is not just the number of women selected, it is where they have been selected
Award-winner takes family farm into fifth generation
“I just have to back myself. I know I’m capable and I know I can do it.”
Wanganui Street Drags deliver drama, action and ‘a bit of fire’
A big crowd turned out for an exciting day's racing on Taupō Quay.
Whanganui Pride Week to honour Georgina Beyer
"She was an incredible leader in the rainbow community."
International Women's Day celebrated with La Fiesta events
The United Nations theme for International Womens Day 2023 is “DigitALL”.
Ruapehu mayor proposes Cyclone Gabrielle respite weekends
Ruapehu's mayor plans to offer respite for frontline workers in cyclone-affected regions.
'Meth more common': SPCA calls for end to greyhound racing
Animal welfare activists want the tote closed on the sport after ongoing meth detections.
One dead, six injured after school bus crash near Whanganui
The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the scene of the crash.
Despite troubles, Mt Ruapehu keeps its cool for next ski season
The intention is to have both Turoa and Whakapapa operating for 2023.
Fundraiser supports Whanganui RDA
The fundraiser for Whanganui RDA raised a substantial amount in the tens of thousands.
Sport Whanganui backs drive to get wahine physical
Sport Whanganui is encouraging women to keep healthy and active.
Pak'n'Save Whanganui manager wins multiple awards
Nicola Hallett won two awards at the co-operative's annual excellence awards.
Sarjeant Gallery redevelopment: Envisaging the new gallery café
Work on the 104-year-old original Sarjeant Gallery building continues.
Land investors look to acquire Mangamahu estate
The cost to acquire the estate would be almost $64 million.
Brain injury patients footing travel costs
“We don’t have the specialists here in Whanganui,”
Sarjeant's $64.4 million budget under threat
The most optimistic forecast is $66 million and a mid-range forecast is $67.87m.
Four taken to hospital following two-car crash on SH4
Two of those taken to hospital were in a serious condition.
Ram raid on Whanganui watchmaker causes over $10,000 in damage
Police are investigating the damage caused to Bates Watchmakers.
Opinion: Climate change is about science, not politics
Opinion: The climate isn't waiting, writes Brit Bunkley.
Wonder women: La Fiesta to finish with a fantastic flourish
La Fiesta has been packed with great things for everyone, writes Carla Donson.
Positive outcomes for Sport Whanganui team after just 12 months
After just 12 months of operating, the results are already speaking for themselves.
Musicians reunite for special performance
The musical duo are back together, ready to perform at a special event,
Rep talk: The die is cast
The director's job wasn't made easy thanks to the number of talented actors auditioning.
Whanganui students sail to adventure
The students learnt a number of skills and grew in confidence, says Karen Laing
Ron Armstrong to match school leavers with jobs
Whanganui District Employment Training Trust has appointed Ron Armstrong.
Museum Notebook: Shipboard style on show
The outfit was worn by Patricia Forsyth for shipboard dances during a voyage to England.
Pauls Road festival back and running 'like clockwork'
Musicians offer their time and talent free of charge.