Emergency services also rushing to second motorbike crash at Tihoi, Bay of Plenty.

'Even if in our lifetime we’re only impacting one survivor, I feel like it’s worth it.'

There are currently no plans to build additional car parks in the park.

Upcoming SH4 delays a ‘double-edged sword’, says transport manager.

'People are seeing next year as brighter and better'

'Whatever model we end up with, it will bring significant changes.'

Midgets are one of the glamour classes of New Zealand speedway.

'There were literally thousands and thousands of people tested.'

The Blake Construction Jury Cup returns this weekend.

Whanganui Council to discuss world-first indigenous-council partnership at public events.

Insurance has been cut on a number of council assets this year.

One of the country's oldest pubs has revamped its garden bar.

These are the summer vegetables to plant now

Whanganui's courthouse is 'not fit for purpose', Justice Minister says.

Two helicopters have been sent to the house fire.

'The wind’s got up and reignited it.'

A person was treated for minor injuries.

The pool was given a reprieve.

'Unusually warm, even hot, will be a theme for the summer season.'

One person was taken to Palmerston North Hospital.

'Whanganui has this presence that captivates you and a real sense of community.'

'There is a lot going on behind the scenes.'

Sign language and food trucks are new additions to Whanganui's 75th Carols by Candlelight.

'The power pole is on quite a dangerous lean.'

The new series will honour the late director and his 'wide-ranging' interests.

'I think motorists will throw their hands up in horror.'

MetService says Whanganui will notice the warmth in the first week of summer.

The young musician had been living in the United Kingdom for over a year.