Gutsy kayakers bring home medals
Whanganui duo stoked with their performances against older, seasoned paddlers.
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UCOL first in region to offer infection course
The course will commence at UCOL Whanganui in semester one, 2023.
Te Pūwaha wins major prize at economic development awards
Applying for the award was "an unknown".
Gardening: Indulge your tropical passion
Gareth Carter has some tips on growing subtropical fruit in the home garden.
My perfect weekend: Andy Watson
The Rangitīkei mayor enjoys getting outdoors and spending time with his granddaughters.
Prisoner claims it's hard to avoid trouble when surrounded by murderers and rapists
'I am trying, I am trying not to get into trouble.'
Dangerous driver branded coward by victims after he fled scene
"You then ran away leaving them to die, only worried about yourself."
Final election results revealed
New mayor Andrew Tripe secured over 2000 more votes than his nearest rival.
One in critical condition from SH1 crash
State Highway 1 between Mangaweka and Ōhingaiti reopened around 1.20pm.
'Surely this is madness': Uproar at hui over water bottling consent
There was uproar at a community hui on a water bottling consent granted in Whanganui.
Heartland Championship wrap after big final round before semis
A wrap of the Heartland Championship's final round
Two plaques awarded to Whanganui heritage buildings
Whanganui's oldest business and oldest commercial building will both receive plaques.
Whanganui v Thames Valley preview
"You've just got to be good enough on Saturday."
Ruapehu lifetime pass holders seek clarity on skifield future
The company's voluntary administrators, PWC, say all options are on the table.
Street extension a go after $1.9 million windfall
It will allow about 340 additional homes to be built in the area.
501 deportee who won the right to go to the pub caught with meth, tried to punch police dog in the face
501 Aaron Pryce had the rules about drinking alcohol relaxed but not methamphetamine.
'An affront': Iwi not informed of Mt Ruapehu changes
Ngāti Rangi says it is 'bitterly disappointed' not to have been consulted on the change.
Selling stolen jewellery exposes teenager's rebellious lifestyle
The burglary had a significant impact on the victims, well beyond the financial loss.
Severe marine heatwave looming: The alarming trends for NZ's marine life
A major new stocktake reveals more alarming trends for NZ's under-pressure marine estate.
Ohakune in limbo as Ruapehu Alpine Lifts in financial strife
A future without the ski field would be like 'ripping the heart out of the community'.
New MP's swearing-in will make political history
Soraya Peke-Mason will be sworn in by the Speaker, her cousin Adrian Rurawhe.
Whanganui women stars of show at Tux Yarding Challenge
Kathryn Oliver, Donna McLean and Taylor Trott picked up wins at the event.
Letters: Music as a power player
Readers have their say on the Iranian regime and New Zealand's electoral processes.
Dark clouds on all fronts for farmers
"There was just constant drizzle all winter long."
Expectation and excitement on eve of new season
The new season starts at 7pm next Tuesday evening at Cooks Gardens.
Marcus Musson: Medium term forestry outlook pessimistic
Despite current concerns, the long-term outlook for the forestry industry looks solid.
The search is over for Cullinane College new principal
The recently announced principal said 2023 will be a busy year.
Woman in court after sex act caused driver to smash through farm fence
Judge acknowledged that woman was not the driver but said her actions played a part.
Car crashes into ditch at city intersection
The car ended up in a ditch beside the railway track at the bottom of St John's Hill.
Annual sale to be a bookworm's delight
The book sale features a number of books perfect for any reader.
Whanganui speed skaters back from Oceania champs
Six skaters from Whanganui headed to Timaru to compete in the 2022 Oceania championship.
Youth To Work boosts job seekers' confidence
The 12-week programme is for 18-29 year olds.