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Cyclone response slows Horizons port work but project still afloat
Two major projects are set to kick off before the end of 2026.
The Whanganui hospital and the fight against polio
Even Olympic gold medallist and American track star Jesse Owens visited.
Crash at central Whanganui intersection
Two people have been treated at the scene.
No records broken but January hotter than normal
Region hasn't had much relief from the heat at night-time either.
'Freak accident': Cause of large scrub fire revealed
The wind and the dry grass meant the fire moved rapidly up the steep hill.
Coastal Challenge Cup reaches halfway point
United and Marist will aim to gain crucial points in the rest of the round-robin.
Whanganui swimmers smash more records
A weekend to remember for swimmers at the Manawatū Age Groups Championships
Work resuming on troublesome wastewater main
An intersection will be closed for a month.
Te Puna Hapori project timeline revealed
“It shouldn’t be a place that people are afraid to go."
'Nazi scumbag liar': Nurse's rant after person complained about anti-vax post
Denise Perkins used her role as a nurse to deter people from getting the Covid-19 vaccine.
History and role of Women’s Refuge Whanganui at Tea and Topics
The history and role of the local Women’s Refuge feature at the next Tea and Topics.
SH3 median barrier project set to begin
Between 2019 and 2023, there were 159 crashes on SH3 between the centres.
How many district councillors does Whanganui need?
'Council representation should be fair and effective for all Whanganui residents.'
Firefighters battle large vegetation fire
Three pumps and two tankers are on the way.
Hakeke Street Community Centre celebrates its 5th birthday
Hakeke Street Community Centre celebrated its 5th birthday on Thursday, February 1.
Manfeild in line to replace Pukekohe as New Zealand's 'spiritual home of motorsport'
Over 1000 riders descended on Feilding last weekend for a classic motorbike festival.
Sweeney Todd is fast approaching at Amdram
Turning 150 years old this year is a milestone to be celebrated for Whanganui's Amdram
Buyer for insolvent Ruapehu Alpine Lifts skifield walks away
A buyer for the distressed skifield cites a short DoC licence, other factors in decision.
Three-vehicle crash on SH3 in Turakina
“There were no persons trapped,” a Fenz spokeswoman said.
Personal bests for Whanganui athletes at Capital Classic
Jonathan Maples and Daniel Sinclair had strong performances at the weather-affected event.
Experts warn trampers to be prepared on Tongariro Alpine Crossing
'It’s things like walking the track in jandals.'
Swimmers plucked from Kai Iwi Beach by rescue boat
“The information we had to go on was someone had entered the water and not come out.”
State Highway 1 roadworks will cause delays
Contractors will be excavating up to 4m.
'A challenging process': Big regional rates increase on cards
An audit process needs to take place before the public can have its say.
Opinion: Economic agency helping Whanganui move forward
Economic development is a long game
'Very little left of it': Fire destroys Kai Iwi house
The cause is being investigated.
Jazz on the menu at Porridge Watson
Wonderful sounds in store at IJD Jam Session on Sunday, February 18.
The Kiwi 'Grand Hotel' confident of turning it around after one-star reviews
Owner Sunil Kumar is confident the business will get back on track.
Paepae in the Park a Waitangi Day hit in Pātea
Patea celebrates 21st year of Papae in the Park.
'The smell of an oily rag': Possible funding boost for 'icon' park
“Regulation and rules alone will not and cannot halt the decline".
Million dollar public transport funding boost on cards
There could be more "Tide-like" services in Whanganui.
Century-long saga: The six moves to change this village’s name
The names National Park and Waimarino have been pondered multiple times.