The 42-year-old's former wife claims he'd been planning the incident for months.

'It doesn't send a good message to tourists.'

'The safety and wellbeing of our patients who require hospital care remains our priority.'

It is planned for the weekends of February 22-23 and March 1-2.

Three fire trucks and a water tanker are on site at Mangamahu near Whanganui.

'Maintaining the integrity of the club is the most important thing.'

'These guys are so dedicated but they’re not getting value for their trade.'

Penny Keet, deputy principal at Thames High School, will take over in term two.

The public will soon have a say on a joint venture housing proposal.

Horizons Regional Council will begin public consultation at the end of March.

'Our ambulances are under an increasing amount of strain.'

Police continue to monitor the gathering as it comes to an end today.

Whanganui and surrounding districts are facing the consequences of a dry, hot summer.

Te Matatini 2025 will be hosted in New Plymouth/Ngāmotu, Taranaki.

Nationwide, NZ is short about 600 GPs, highlighting the funding crisis.

Official information reveals the best and worst performing hospital emergency departments.

'Signed, sealed and delivered' is the mission for charity motorcycle group 'Mild Hogs'.

WAFC looking to gain strength in numbers with key signings abroad

'I think it will have a very wide appeal.'

Negotiation Trust chairman Ken Mair praised the 'courage and commitment' of councillors.

Hundreds of cars will line Hāwera's streets for the annual Americarna event.

Organisers have urged witnesses of inappropriate behaviour to come forward.

“I wanna be with people and connect, and share joy and share ideas.”

'You want a good cross-section of the whole community.'

A low pressure system takes over bringing winds, rain and heat to the district.

'The roof isn’t designed or made to hold human weight.'

A big firefighting response was needed after a leak at Whanganui Hospital.