Outbreak latest: 9 deaths, dip in cases; Map reveals number in every NZ region
The total number of publicly reported Covid related deaths has now reached 175.
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Ten deaths, 18,514 new Covid cases, 939 people in hospital
This takes the death toll of publicly reported Covid-related deaths to 166.
'Indefensible': Top sportsman involved in 'cowardly' pack attack on man
Cries of help did not stop the "cowardly" pack attack of six against one.
Letters: Cost-of-living crisis requires urgency
Readers have their say on the cost of living, rates, electric vehicles, and Joe Biden
Gardening: The grass is greener ... in a well-prepared lawn
Few can deny the aesthetic appeal and draw to a nice lawn, writes Gareth Carter
Landmark Raetihi temple closer to restoration
The project will cost about $1 million and funding applications have been sent out.
Speedway: More titles on the line
The Modified class hasn't raced in Whanganui for many years.
Whanganui businesses grapple with staff shortages as Omicron cases rise
'We are still in the early stages of Covid in our community': Chamber CEO.
Ohakune skier Jess Hotter prepares for biggest event yet
Jess Hotter sits on top of the Freeride World Tour standings heading into the final event.
Long-lost album from local rapper finally finished
It all began at an R'n'B party in Island Bay.
Covid 19: 205 new Covid cases in region
Five Covid-related deaths were confirmed in New Zealand on Friday.
First rain for March expected after a fine Whanganui weekend
Whanganui weather: A fine weekend expected before rain arrives.
Covid vaccine passports, mandates may go as NZ woos tourists
It comes after she did a promo interview on the Australian breakfast show Sunrise.
Live: Five deaths, 943 people hospitalised, more than 14,000 Covid cases today
The five deaths reported today were in Auckland, Waikato, Hutt Valley and Canterbury.
New chief wants council to work towards improved wellbeing
David Langford started this week as chief executive at Whanganui District Council.
Tourism operators stoked to finally see tourists once again
It has been more than two years since tourists have been on New Zealand soil.
'Luxury item': Cost factor in growing cat population
Whanganui's cat population continues to swell and a vet says desexing cost is a factor.
Cricket: Marist host Weraroa in Coastal Challenge Cup
The game is at Victoria Park on Saturday, March 19.
Half a million RATs distributed in Whanganui DHB region
Another four million tests are in stock.
Focus: Covid Outbreak | Thursday 17th March Wrap
There were tn Covid-related deaths in New Zealand on Thursday, and 19,566 new cases. Video / NZ Herald
Paraparaumu house fire treated as suspicious
House fire in Paraparaumu presented various challenges for firefighters.
Climate change approach tips balance for NZ's only Smart City
Whanganui is the only New Zealand community to make this year's Smart21 City list
Live: 10 deaths, 930 people in hospital, more than 19,500 Covid cases today
Auckland's hospital staff are coming under increasing pressure, the Herald has revealed.
Drive-through jabs as Māori bear Omicron brunt
Tui Ora is bringing Taranaki's first drive-through vaccination clinics to small towns
PM on Covid mandates, vaccine passes - are they coming to an end?
Mandates and vaccine passes are unlikely to be used as widely as before.
Restricted fire season for Manawatū-Whanganui once again
The restricted season starts at 8am Thursday, March 17th.
South African expat sets up salon in Whanganui
After running salons in South Africa, Sharon Hanekom decided now is the time in Whanganui.
Athletics: Innovation gets schools event over the line
More than 200 athletes from six schools took part
Recycling plan finds favour
However, local recyclers say the devil may be in the detail
Fund to help pay for secondary school athletes' fees opens
Karen and Knud Bukholt are donating a portion of their Bayley's sales to support the fund.
'Over the moon': More RATs now available for schools
The Ministry of Education will receive close to a million more tests.
Teachers struggling as Covid ramps up
Having students at home and at school is stretching resources.