Young musical talent wanted for Gumboots Band
Young Rangitīkei musicians boosted by district council.
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Men's Shed Whanganui launches bold plan
'It’s not only for us old fellas - it's for the new ones coming on.'
‘It will be ugly’: Council warns on cost of water
Ruapehu's council hit its debt ceiling while expecting relief from Three Waters cash.
Spectators welcome at firefighter challenge
Firefighters will have to show their parallel parking and other skills during the event.
Investigation into cause of house fire
'The damage was significant and we have a specialist fire investigator out there.'
'Mountain keeps getting higher': Operational pause at Ruapehu mills
WPI chief executive Mike Ryan says 'some sort of government intervention' may be required.
Netball: Close games in lead-up to semifinals
Both secondary school teams in Premier 1 played arguably their best netball yet.
Rail hub 'a phenomenal opportunity'
'We are bullish as to what can happen from here.'
Kevin Page: A walk in fresh air ends in tears
OPINION: 'There was an almighty, thunderous roar.'
Triumph motorcycle owners fly the British flag in Whanganui
Triumph motorcycle owners in Whanganui are well-catered for.
Multi-purpose makeover at Williams Domain
'It hasn’t always been plain sailing but we get there in the end.'
Man suffers gunshot wounds while hunting in Tongariro Forest
Due to the remote location, the man was winched out by helicopter.
Frosty mornings for Whanganui
Niwa takes a look at trends in New Zealand's weather patterns.
Whanganui church to mark 150 years
Westmere Presbyterian Memorial Church preparing to celebrate its 150th birthday.
Rob Rattenbury: A tribute to Whanganui East
OPINION: We've always been east bank people. It's got something for everyone.
Rugby: Taranaki lesson for Whanganui women's side
Whanganui kicks of its North Island Heartland Series campaign on August 19.
J.B. Phillips remembered as ‘literary sporting legend’
The former journalist was the 'heartbeat of our sporting community'.
Fire-ravaged home 60m from fire station serves as stark reminder for community
'Two or three minutes later you’re watching your house burn down.'
How council will manage 'bricks and mortar' assets
'We are attempting to lead the way a little bit with this.'
'That was a pretty spectacular sight'
Whanganui firefighter Bryan Barkla reflects on his 50-year career.
Comment: The art of living with dying
Nicky Rennie: Every story has a beginning, a middle and an end, as does life.
Gareth Carter: Vegetable harvesting time in winter garden
Comment: Broccoli is the garden gift that keeps on giving.
Oarsome News: Council portfolio restructure
A monthly column by Whanganui district councillor Philippa Baker-Hogan.
Police hunt for woman linked to Facebook scams and on the run
Police ask for the public's help finding Ashleigh Houston, believed to be in Manawatū.
Touch of frost with sunshine for weekend
MetService says the days should warm up quickly after a chilly start.
Violin and piano duo to play as part of Whanganui concert series
The August 10 concert will feature music for both violin and piano duo, and solo piano.
Step forward for Taihape Town Hall revitalisation
The journey begins for Taihape's beloved town hall to reopen.
Kaitoke School's new bus gets big tick from students
Kaitoke School’s new bus has been a work in progress for the past six years.
Council calls public meetings on future of Māori ward
Ruapehu District Council will have meetings in Ohakune and Taumarunui.
Sisters' rowing bronze 'something really special'
Whanganui female rowers have made the podium at every Olympics since 2012.
Whanganui River whānau working together for nature
'The results are looking good for both land and people.'
Family’s front yard cabin still standing despite infringement notice
If the cabin was out the back, it would be OK.
Rugby: Whanganui women to take on Taranaki Whio
The match is in Waverley at 1pm on Saturday.