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‘Bach won’: Nicholas Forbes on his lifelong passion for music
Conductor Nicholas Forbes leads NZ Opera School, replacing Michael Vinten this year.
Serious injuries after SH4 motorcycle crash
A person was airlifted to hospital after the crash north of Whanganui.
‘Insidious, slow creep’: Temperatures ticking up
Eight of New Zealand’s 10 warmest years have occurred since 2013.
Review: Stellar performances at opera school recital
Former student Filipe Manu thrilled the audience with a surprise performance.
Fire under bridge ‘lit by homeless person’
Fire crews extinguished a small blaze under Feilding's Oroua River Bridge.
'I want to know he’s okay': Sister of man missing three weeks speaks out
His sister said the last contact was Jarrad calling their father on December 18.
Slow start to season at Whanganui East Pool
There were 459 admissions from December 18 to January 7.
From police to Fifo: Hāwera family finds financial success in Oz
The family of five are in a far better financial position than they were in NZ.
The tide’s turning: How Wild Chix aims to break barriers
Wild Chix aims to give women the confidence to excel in male-dominated fields.
Whanganui athletics boosted by resurfaced Cooks Gardens track
The track work was completed early and it is ready for a busy athletics season.
‘No such thing as overnight success’: Opera path demands dedication
World-acclaimed vocal tutors on the realities of becoming a leading opera singer.
Central North Island iwi elect first post-settlement board
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua trustees will manage $28.5m in Treaty settlement assets.
SPCA event aims to curb parvovirus spread
'If we can prevent them from getting sick, that’s the aim of the game.'
Police name child, adult killed in SH1 crash
A 2-year-old and 38-year-old from Auckland died in a crash at Mangaweka.
Japanese musician’s surprise internship at NZ Opera School
'This is very different and so, so lucky for me.'
Clone wars: The new age of online scamming
'There are a million and one different tricks compared to where we were a few years ago.'
'A once-in-a-generation leader': Dame Tariana Turia laid to rest
The Māori Party founder is being laid to rest at Whangaehu Marae.
Opinion: Lessons from Aunty Tari on courage and community change
Her legacy of inclusivity and courage continues to inspire future generations across Aotearoa.
'Armoured MMA': Hand-to-hand combat in suburban Whanganui
'The moment you go in there mad, you’re going to get eaten up.'
$300,000 Marton shared pathway gets green light
'Let’s buckle up, push on and get some work done.'
Three people seriously injured in crash
Two ambulances responded to a crash at Turakina.
Feilding park robbery: Man shot during $2000 marketplace shoe sale gone wrong
The men travelled to a park to meet a seller before everything turned violent.
Chill in air remains for Whanganui
Southerly flows and temperatures in the low 20s continue this week.
Supporters invited to honour Te Pāti Māori co-founder Dame Tariana Turia at tangi
Turia died on Friday after suffering a stroke.
‘Charlie saved my life’: Man meets rescuer 47 years later
Series of coincidences help Aucklander reconnect with Whanganui helicopter pilot.
I’m new to this: The sport of pigeon racing
'Now they’re more known as rats with wings.'
NZ's Best Beach 2025: Which beaches will take on the reigning champ?
The search for New Zealand's best beach returns - vote now!
Come one, come all: Thousands visit reopened Sarjeant
'It’s not just exhibitions, it’s events, performances, talks and family workshops.'
Nicky Rennie: Find something to be hopeful for
OPINION: A life without hope is a horrible place to be.
Gareth Carter: Team up your herbs for better gardening rewards
COMMENT: Companion planting can improve your herb and vegetable crops.
Slippery slopes: Whanganui slides ranked
Kōwhai Park features heavily, but which chute comes in at number one?