Fears justice could be lost to rural community by court closure
"The decision to feed your kids over going to court is not a difficult one."
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Comment: On your marks for the race known as life
The end of high school signals the start of adulthood for my daughter.
Local government proposals draw mixed reaction
Whanganui mayor Andrew Tripe says the role of council needs to be "demystified".
Whanganui weather: Sticky, sub-tropical weekend days to come
"People will be kicking off the duvets if they haven't done that already."
Gardening: Perennials bring joy
Top tips on planting perennials from Whanganui gardening guru Gareth Carter.
New deputy mayor isn't 'standing above' senior councillors
She brings three terms of experience to the role.
Nine months of no face-to-face visits for Whanganui Prison
Awatea Mita said visits were critical for the well-being of the people in prison.
Sport, fruit and Jaffa feature in Dale Cobb's perfect weekend
A sporty, fruity weekend is the Resource Recovery Centre manager's dream.
Letters: Highway speed limits a case of pot/kettle?
Readers have their say on roading, Three Waters and summer events.
Wanganui brings back familiar faces for Furlong Cup opener against Wairarapa
There is plenty of good news for a side that has only three survivors from last summer
Young Whanganui squash player wins national title
The Cullinane College student was the second seed
South Taranaki District Council kicks off new term
The council's inaugural meeting was held at Kānihi Mawhitiwhiti Pā
Who threw dart into leg of Tinks the Riding for Disabled horse?
'Something as simple as a dart going into a horse, it's changed a few lives.'
Two rescued from Tongariro Crossing at midnight on Sunday
DoC and police advise people to keep the Land Safety Code in mind when on trails.
Helen Craig named deputy mayor at swearing-in
For the first time, the swearing-in ceremony was held at Pūtiki Marae.
Ruapehu mayor aims for collective decisions
Weston Kirton says challenging times are ahead for the council.
Kāinga Ora proposes building 158 homes
Kāinga Ora is also holding community sessions this week about the proposed plans.
Whanganui entrepreneurs awarded kickstarter grant
The two businesses are a sewing workshop and a holistic centre.
Athletics: Memories of Dame Valerie Adams' early career exploits
The Dame Valerie Adams film shows her success was not just about talent and physique.
Horizons chair and deputy chair chosen for the next term
Whanganui councillors went different ways on their vote for the chair and deputy chair.
Upokongaro jetty to get refresh; closed until December
Damaged sprung piles at the loading end of the jetty need replacing.
Lincoln Paul: Volunteer of the Month
Lincoln says they work as a team at Bushy Park Tarapuruhi
680 people enjoyed a taste of Indian culture
Diwali team fed hundreds at Diwali event
Council to be sworn in, deputy revealed
"I know there are some really gnarly and challenging issues ahead of us."
Horizons to decide chair for next three years
Cotton said he will not be applying for chair of the catchment committee this term.
Whanganui strikes gold at Judo champs
"Everyone there is trying to smash you into the mat. There's no other way of putting it."
Long-time councillor lauds Three Waters in maiden MP address
Soraya Peke-Mason's swearing-in has allowed NZ to join an exclusive group of countries.
Covid weekly update: 16,399 new cases, 41 deaths
Subvariants BQ.1.1 and XBB have been detected in New Zealand.
Hunter's highway u-turn results in death of motorcyclist
Clayton Hammond will pay $2500 emotional harm reparation to Brett McNaught's family.
Vintage vehicle parade a hit for Whanganui
Over 60 vehicles took part in Whanganui Heritage Month's first vehicle parade on Saturday.
Openness urged in bid to break sexual abuse cycle
A support walk was held on Sunday to raise awareness of sexual abuse victims.
Q&A: Oceanview Family Speedway president Daryn Smith
He said New Zealand was the only place still allowing full contact in speedway racing.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
Whanganui residents can expect temperatures above 20C from Wednesday onwards.