Taihape's famous Gumboot Day and A&P Show back in style for 2023
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Letters: Why industry is important for Whanganui
Readers have their say on an important Whanganui business, and who should pay for roads
Shrewd brewing to account for CO2 shortage
The brewers only had enough gas for around three weeks of production.
'Iconic' piece of Mountains to Sea Trail reopens
The 36-kilometre Mangapurua Track starts from the end of Ruatiti Road.
Stan Walker: A superstar returns to his spiritual home of Rātana
Aotearoa singer Stan Walker keeps the faith with his Ratana roots.
'Relentless' Ngarewa-Packer challenging again in Te Tai Hauāuru
It's still unclear who she will be up against.
Wanganui Trampling Club taking boots off the beaten track
February is a prime month for tramping.
Warm temperatures continue in Whanganui with rain due midweek
Warm temperatures and some showers on the way for Whanganui.
Space Studio and Gallery is ready for another busy year
Space Studio and Gallery is ready for another busy year
The Ratana Pā kitchen is run like a military operation
Behind every big event there's a team of volunteers.
Stories and photos sought for new book on Eastown Workshops
Stories and pictures are needed for new book.
New signs at Pākaraka vandalised within hours of ceremony
Hapū Ngāti Maika and supporters disgusted after Pākaraka signs stolen and vandalised.
Comment: When not to declare a First World problem
"As Angry Man made his way past ... I muttered: 'First World problem, mate'. Oops."
Weird and wonderful soap box 'machines' tear down Drews Ave
Vehicles of all shapes and sizes whizzed down Drews Ave to the delight of onlookers.
'Hard road ahead of them': Whanganui commentators on new Government leadership
Whanganui commentators believe the right person has been chosen as new Labour leader.
Petition urges Whanganui council to support Romani/Gypsy
'We’re still here all right, don’t you worry about that.'
Carla Donson: We need a kindness revolution
Online hate inhibits the writing process.
Whanganui can show what sustainability looks like
Who gets the Environmental Cup? asks Keith Beautrais.
Want snow in summer? Head up Australia’s highest mountain
Michael Botur took a trip to Mt Kosciuszko.
Special local trips still have seats available
Treat yourself to a Summer Programme excursion.
Teeth, Talons and Taxidermy exhibition closes soon
The 'Teeth, Talons and Taxidermy' exhibition closes at the end of this month.
Make good financial habits your best mates
Get savvy with your cash with the Money Mates programme.
A fun family show
Nadine Rayner looks back on James and the Giant Peach at Repertory.
United upends Marist in Coastal Challenge opener and Cricket Whanganui’s Premier 1 final
United upends Marist in Coastal Challenge opener and Cricket Whanganui’s Premier 1 final
Terry Sarten: Politics without ruthless combat
We need to move beyond stereotypes, writes Terry Sarten.
Winston Peters takes centre stage as Rātana faithful arrive
The Rātana faithful prepare for two days of celebrations.
Plumber Dan Soap Box Derby
Kart drivers trundle down Drews Ave at Plumber Dan's Soap Box Derby
Hema Wihongi: Today is an historic step for my whānau and all those involved in Wai 262
Opinion: WAI262 claimants gather at Rātana to kanohi ki to kanohi
One person taken to hospital after being hit by car in Whanganui
Fire and Emergency NZ received reports a pedestrian was hit by a car near Countdown
Anniversary Day marked by huge shake in 1855
The 8.2 magnitude earthquake was felt throughout the country, including in Whanganui.
Victim unable to breathe for 10 seconds while being choked by partner
Riki Mischefski strangled his partner until she almost lost consciousness.