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The Kiwi music legend has just released his latest solo album.
Whanganui Hospital reopens after bomb scare lockdown
No evidence was found to substantiate the threat.
Black Power members jailed for involvement in shooting
Heightened security as patched members of rival factions taunted each other outside court.
Focus: Covid Outbreak | Thursday 24th February Wrap
6137 new community cases of COVID-19 were reported on Thursday, and one person has died with the virus. Video / Jed Bradley / Mark Mitchell / George Heard / Michael Craig / Dean Purcell
Seventeen new Covid-19 cases in Whanganui DHB region
The Ministry of Health is now breaking down case locations by PCR and RAT results.
Omicron outbreak: 6137 cases and one death; phase 3 response from midnight
New Zealand will move to phase 3 of the Omicron response at 11.59pm.
Helicopter crew hoists injured mountain biker
The rider was injured on the Old Coach Road track.
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Whanganui DHB needs more Covid testing sites
The DHB says there has been unprecedented demand for tests.
Athletics club reaches mid-way point in challenging season
Athletes are holding their breaths for the national championships planned for early March.
Meat processing plants preparing for 'inevitable' Covid case
Processing facilities are confident they have the right systems in place.
Local hair stylists scoop awards
Professionals from across Whanganui were in the running.
Focus: Covid Outbreak | Wednesday 23rd February Wrap
New Zealand moves closer to Phase 3 of the government's Omicron response, with a record 3297 new community cases of Covid-19 on Wednesday. Video / George Heard / Mark Mitchell / Dean Purcell / Michael Craig
Children at centre of Covid-19 outbreak
The 10 to 19 years age-group is recording the highest number of cases at 19
SH4 to be closed for four days in March, locals urged to prepare
The diversions will add an hour to car journeys, and more than two hours for trucks.
Record 3297 Covid-19 cases, 179 in hospital as NZ moves closer to phase 3
Some people across Auckland and Northland are waiting moe than five days for results.
RATs to become main test for Aucklanders
Covid testing laboratories are already overwhelmed and can't cope with the large numbers.
Five new cases confirmed in Whanganui DHB area, Whanganui Intermediate has case
There are now 60 active cases in the Whanganui DHB area
Manawatū-Whanganui District moves back to open fire season
Remember, if it's hot and windy, please don't light a fire.
Sarjeant Gallery development moving ahead despite setbacks
Whanganui's Sarjeant Gallery re-development on track for completion in March 2023.
Te Rito moving this week
The first day at Wicksteed St will be on Friday, February 25.
Russell Bell: Dialling back Covid fear
"We will likely find more workable and positive responses to the situation we face."
Catholic parish floats social housing complex
Proposed housing development to be done in partnership with diocese and developer
Whanganui Collegiate confirms Covid 19 case
'This is a situation which we have been preparing for.'
Killers appeal murder convictions and sentences
Killers appeal convictions and sentences for the murder of a teenager in South Auckland.
Covid-19: Virus spreads into central and western parts of North Island
The two new cases in Marton are the first reported since Saturday.
Ministry of Health announces 19 new Covid-19 cases
Whanganui Hospital can provide a dedicated Covid-19 ward if required.
143 in hospital with Covid, daily cases hit new high of 2846
The tally is currently doubling every three to four days, meaning phase 3 could be near.
Artist goes on safari with African creations
An impressive rhino and two giraffes have been crafted for a garden in Marton.
Nicola Patrick: Resilience is the name of the game – if the game is survival
Finding whatever works in tough times is important, writes Nicola Patrick.
The 'playful' and political on show at Zinefest
Zine making group holds second event, plans to expand its activities.
Groups work together for better Māori employment outcomes
Māori employment plan works alongside advances in education, health - Katarina Hina.