Whanganui news in brief: Charges laid, celebrations and seed swap

Whanganui District Court

Paul Bradley Mcdonald, previously facing one charge of making an intimate visual recording, has had more charges issued against him.

Mcdonald appeared in Whanganui District Court on Tuesday and faces a new charge of making an intimate visual recording and one of knowingly making or copying an objectionable publication.

He will appear in court again on October 2 when he is expected to enter pleas.

Advice milestone

Wanganui Budget Advisory Service is celebrating 25 years as an incorporated society.

Manager Sandy Fage said a function for past advisers and committee members and other community organisations will be held this coming Friday.

It is believed the budgeting service has been working in the Whanganui community for about 60 years.

Seed swap on Sunday

The Annual Heirloom Seed Swap, part of the Whanganui Permaculture Weekend, takes place on Sunday.

It's from 2-4pm at the Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed St. It's a chance to meet other gardeners and swap heirloom and open pollinated seed, with a cup of tea to follow.

Seed information is needed, and spare seedlings can be swapped. Bring a gold coin donation, too, and some food to share.

Damage admitted

Joseph Thomas White pleaded guilty to a charge of wilful damage in Whanganui District Court yesterday.

White was sentenced to 6 months' supervision by Judge Philip Crayton, who also ordered him to pay $300 reparation.