Court appeal against Marton Rail Hub rejected
The development of the hub is expected to bring at least 220 new jobs to the district.
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Rising Marton motorsport star eyeing the finish line in Japan
A rising Kiwi motorsport star is set to join the Formula Regional Japanese Championship.
Rural Marton school gearing up for 150th jubilee weekend
Anyone can attend the daytime events on Saturday at South Mākirikiri School.
Rangitīkei heritage buildings' future up for decision
All of the buildings concerned had been cited as needing earthquake strengthening.
Marton pathway for student safety on annual plan
The road students walk down currently has a speed limit of 80km/h.
Carbon farming firm opens office in Marton
The Rangitīkei-based firm has four land developments in the Whanganui region.
Traditional healing classes start in Marton
He Akoranga Rongoā Māori is a programme designed for traditional health practices.
Survivor supports Lake Alice memorial
It's been suggested the Lake Alice water tower should become part of a permanent memorial.
School bus driver a valued member of the community
The school said all of the students involved in the fatal crash were uninjured.
One dead, six injured after school bus crash near Whanganui
The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the scene of the crash.
Whanganui region braces for Cyclone Gabrielle
Whanganui is expected to be hit by severe southeast gusts on Tuesday.
Marton fatal rail crash: Permit costs 'prohibitive'
Contractors hadn't applied to be there because the permit cost too much.
Families of Lake Alice veterans sought for commemoration
The commemoration will happen on February 4 at 1pm.
Rangitīkei water scheme idea dries up
Funding from the Provincial Growth Fund was applied for, but never given out.
Lake Alice water tower back up for sale
The tower was last sold in 2017 for about $120,000.
Most mayoral candidates oppose plan for Three Waters
Only two mayoral candidates in Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu support the current plan.
Mixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefuls
Just over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.
Fresher, cleaner water in the pipeline for Marton
The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2024
Painful drug given to small child at Lake Alice
A child was given a paralysing drug, probably as a punishment at Lake Alice in 1978.
Government boost for sustainable plastic manufacturer
Plentyful is setting up a factory in Marton.
Unfinished business prompts Watson to stand in Rangitīkei
It will be Andy Watson's fourth term if he is re-elected Rangitīkei Mayor.
Performance rating disappoints council boss
Rangitīkei District Council has failed to improve its CouncilMARK rating.
Sarjeant Happenings: Poetry of brushwork shining through
Tylee Cottage artist-in-residence Andrew McLeod is working on two large canvases
Tutaenui Reserve project earns environmental wellbeing nomination
The project has transformed the reserve into a popular recreational area.
Rugby: Kaierau senior side aiming for the top
Kaierau take on Pirates who are in do-or-die mode for staying in the playoff hunt.
Weather bomb closes roads, downs powerlines
A Powerco representative said repairs were continuing to be made to the lines
Calls to bring Wellington commuter train to Whanganui
Rail was very popular among submitters to Horizons public transport plans.
Platinum Jubilee brings back memories of royal visit
The Queen and Prince Philip rode in an open-top car down Victoria Ave to Cooks Gardens.
Rangitīkei train accidents still being investigated
One person was killed when a truck and train collided in May last year.
Club rugby: Rātana shaping up as powerhouse in senior competition
The club is aiming to return to the heights it reached in the early 2000s.
Talking Rugby with John B Phillips
John B. Phillips rounds up the rugby for Whanganui Midweek.
Marton crash leaves one in hospital
State Highway One remains closed as Police said that power lines were down on the road
Serious injuries in Marton crash
Diversions are in place after a crash on State Highway 1 near Marton.
Club rugby: Anything possible in competitive senior division
Six teams in the country group are fighting to make the top 3.