Blinkhorne & Carroll Winter Series third race on the Whanganui awa
The third race of Whanganui Rowing Association, 2024 Blinkhorne & Carroll Winter Series.
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Pro wrestling bout coming to Whanganui
The seven-bout fight card features national champions and seasoned wrestlers.
Defence Force plans $490m upgrade of Waiōuru housing stock
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Whanganui Volunteer of the Month - Janet Wakeling
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Kevin Page: Getting the inside story on Brissie
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Road cycling series returns to Whanganui
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Police seize cannabis in lolly packets
'It really shows you what length criminals will go to.'
Teen paddler at world canoe sprint in Bulgaria
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Police, health staff back Replay initiative
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Home & Lifestyle Show returns to Palmy
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Club rugby: Five in a row for Border after extra-time thriller over Kaierau
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Club rugby: Utiku claim first silverware in three decades
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Rob Rattenbury: Investment in ferries vital
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Team-mates band together for tough rowing challenge
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From Texas to Hāwera for The Wizard of Oz
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Master Electricians challenge lights up
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Energy-inspired trip for minister
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Biodiversity, climate change projects receive funding
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SH1 Himatangi closed until further notice after fatal crash overnight
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Rugby: Battle of 'Incomparables' and 'Kaiwakas'
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Long-time Whanganui cafe owner shuts up shop after 16 years
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Rep Talk: Busy times at Whanganui Repertory Theatre
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