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Bitumen on Desert Rd detour sticking to vehicle tyres
Crews are working to remedy a bitumen spill on the Desert Rd detour between Turangi and National Park with reports of the black, sticky substance sticking to vehicle tyres.
Bitumen spill wreaks havoc on vehicles along SH47 detour
A courier driver noticed tarseal wrapped around his truck's wheels.
Beach rescues way down on last season
Lifeguards will patrol Whanganui beaches only on weekends from February 10.
‘Well ablaze’: Whanganui and Marton car fires suspicious
Firefighters stopped the Whanganui fire from spreading to a nearby house.
‘Just keep swimming’: ‘Tarzan’ attempts 235km surfboard paddle of river
Brenden Hawkins aims to paddle the Whanganui River on a surfboard.
Beetle mania: The critters tackling ‘very large’ plant problem
Tradescantia leaf beetles target the rapidly growing South American weed.
'Huge relief': Residents on winding Napier-Taihape Rd delighted as log trucks taken off
'There were up to 50-odd units of logging trucks a day, it made it really dangerous.'
Unbelievabull! Small towns rocked by confusing sign
The sign near Bulls incorrectly states SH1 is closed, diverting traffic early.
‘Nail-biting’ end to World Jetsprint Championship
There was less than a second separating first and second place.
Comment: From temptation to regret
A $7 pie stirred a three-day battle of wills for Kevin Page.
‘You almost feel trapped’: Living with chronic lung disease
Aimee Carruthers, 41, relies on a 7kg oxygen tank due to a rare lung condition.
Whanganui weather: What to expect for Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day looking nice but varied forecast ahead for Whanganui
Data reveals how many ACC claims for summer activities in Whanganui
The data was released by ACC as part of its focus on injury prevention in summer
Another fuel retailer to enter Whanganui market
'Where there is competition, prices come down.'
Car crash cuts power to 1170 properties near Whanganui
The driver was later found uninjured.
Kai Iwi Beach reopens for swimming
High levels of bacteria were 'most likely weather related'.
Oh deer: Plea not to litter after stag caught in bag
The bag has since been removed from the deer's head and disposed of.
'We are both still very loyal': Hurricanes duo return to their old stomping ground
The Hurricanes duo were playing tour guide in Whanganui.
‘Totally different’: Avenue Hotel restaurant rebuild begins
Work will be completed by the end of the year.
‘Universal appeal’: Edith Collier’s art journey captivates viewers
The Edith Collier exhibition ends on February 16 at Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery.
Gareth Carter: Finding summer shade
Comment: Bason Botanic Gardens on Rapanui Rd has some excellent examples of shade trees
'Totally dropped the ball': ANZ staff helped scam victim send $250k to known 'money mule'
The victim is shocked to learn the bank was on notice about the suspect account.
Masters Games: Swimmer, 76, competing despite seven joint replacements
'I’m a little bit nervous because of my knee joint replacement 11 weeks ago.'
How 24 hours in history shaped this local politician’s views
He is the great-great-great-great-grandson of the missionary who translated the Treaty.
Opinion: From run trails to real estate, Whanganui’s small-town appeal
Aucklander Olivia Reid shares 10 observations as a Whanganui newcomer.
Rowing stalwart dies after over 60 years of contribution to the sport
'Guys like Doc McDonald only come around once in a generation.'
‘No clue’: Taranaki region urged to prepare for Te Matatini influx
Businesses warned to expect crowds; hotels fully booked, Airbnb prices soaring.
Kai Iwi Beach off-limits for swimmers
High levels of bacteria were detected by Horizons Regional Council.
New Zealand mountain becomes a legal person as treaty settlement passes into law
Parliament voted unanimously to grant legal personhood to Taranaki maunga.
'Very busy area': Speed limit increase on SH3 a concern
'I think the community needs to have a say.'
How a 15-year-old from Whanganui is making waves in NZ softball
'She’s what you call a triple threat.'
‘It’s a growing problem’: Demand rises for school support programmes
'We want all children to get to school on day one, ready to participate and learn.'
'The boys love it': Hurricanes pay Whanganui school a visit
Cam Roigard said it was a great chance to inspire and connect with kids.