Two greats inducted into Whanganui Sports Hall of Fame
Ian Wright and the late Kenneth (Ken) Ruby now among distinguished group.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest from Whanganui Chronicle
The joy of catching up with old friends
OPINION: Rob Rattenbury says laughter is the common denominator when reuniting with mates.
South Taranaki coast: Police searching for missing diver
The diver was reported missing shortly after 1.30pm today.
World cup planned for sport unique to Whanganui
'It’s not played anywhere else in the world.'
Two seriously injured in Waitōtara crash
Emergency services were called to Moumahaki Rd at 2.57pm on Sunday.
Warm temperatures, sunshine for Whanganui this week
'It’s looking very consistent.'
Title for gumboot-throwing stalwart at Rural Sports Awards
Bronwyn Troon has been recognised for her decades of dedication to the sport.
Gareth Carter: Time to plant spring bulbs
Autumn is the time to plant spring flowering bulbs.
Survey reveals Kiwi cannabis habits and concerns
'Notable decrease in (medicinal) cannabis prices', says doctor
Two sporting legends added to Whanganui's Hall of Fame
Two incredible sporting talents who come from Whanganui.
'It's a tragedy': Baby dies in Taranaki fire
Neighbours were woken by the flashing lights of emergency services.
Council moves Whanganui & Partners and economic development in-house
The decision follows a review of council-controlled organisations.
From Boris Johnson and David Lange to 'hermit' in Whanganui
Jeya Wilson has worked with world leaders; now she's living "a simple existence".
It’s getting hot in the kitchen
The opening night of Sweeney Todd is fast approaching.
NZ Olympic duo and Wellington band TOI create Paris anthem
Max Brown says the song captures the emotions tied up in reaching the Olympic dream.
Whanganui’s biggest art event 'Open Studios'
Artists Open Studios (AOS) is fast approaching for Whanganui's biggest art event
'It's a tragedy': Person dies in big house fire in Normanby
Neighbours were woken by the flashing lights of emergency services.
Rangitīkei landmark buildings' future uncertain
The council has decided the historic buildings are surplus to requirements.
‘Cleverness off the scale’ at Zinefest
There will be 20-plus stalls at the 2024 Whanganui Zinefest.
Council looks to new law to ease consenting pain
Rangitīkei's mayor says resource management law is 'an incredible frustration'.
Whanganui electorate missing out on digital connectivity
Whanganui MP Carl Bates launches petition calling on government to get Pātea connected.
Jammin’ continues in Whanganui
IJD Jam Sessions at Porridge Watson are becoming more popular.
Whanganui sides in race for Coastal Challenge home semifinal
The final round robin is on Saturday with the semifinalists already decided.
Churches next in Camera Club sights
Whanganui Camera Club (WCC) to document places of worship in Whanganui and Rangitikei.
Record-breaking results for Whanganui Swimming Club
"Once you got into a rhythm it felt pretty good."
'Putting track and field back on the map'
Alec McNab reflects on the NZ team's impressive performance at the world indoor champs.
Council spends $2.78m on planes for pilot academy
'We couldn’t be bringing the students to Whanganui without those aircraft.'
Artists Open Studios promises bigger, brighter event
The 2024 event includes an auction of works by the late Lyndsay Patterson.
Released rapist and killer still 'high risk' after serving all of 20-year jail term
Basil Mist offended against five girls aged 7 to 15 and killed his girlfriend.
High School claim North Island rowing title for first time
Whanganui High School and Collegiate now turn their attention to the Maadi Cup.
Major work to repair flood damaged highway
“We appreciate these closures aren’t ideal."
Airline says Ōhakea’s staffing woes put commercial flights at risk
The airline warned the former Transport Minister.