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Buyers snap up Marton sections

Developers are planning more than 650 new sections for Marton and Bulls.

'She's very special': Te Ara a Maria visits Whanganui

"She's like an icon really. She's very special."

Eighteen new Covid cases in Whanganui DHB region

More than a third of the current active cases are in the Whanganui district.

Artist goes on safari with African creations

An impressive rhino and two giraffes have been crafted for a garden in Marton.

Groups work together for better Māori employment outcomes

Māori employment plan works alongside advances in education, health - Katarina Hina.

'Workplace, tamariki and a school' among testing sites in Marton Covid-19 outbreak

The Whanganui District Health Board is refusing to identify the sites

Nursing, tramping, travelling - there's no stopping Peg

Peg Walsh has accumulated enough experiences for two lifetimes during her 100 years.

Strong winds and rain batter region

Roads across the wider Whanganui region are closed due to flooding and slips.

Rangitīkei libraries off-limits for unvaccinated

Those visiting libraries in Rangitīkei will now need to be vaccinated.

Year in Review: Masters Games a highlight of action-packed February

Year in Review: February 2021

Year in review: Sun and festivities kicked off Whanganui's 2021

Year in review:January 2021

The 90% Project: Whanganui DHB closes in on milestone as country hits 90%

The Rangitīkei and South Taranaki districts are now 90 per cent fully vaccinated.

Investigation launched into Rangitīkei train derailment

Monday's wild weather is believed to have damaged the track, causing the derailment.

Rangitīkei flooding fears ease, Pipiriki Raetihi Rd closed by mud

Heavy rain caused some issues around the region on Monday night.

Whanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New Year

Whanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.

Top Towns: Whanganui just 325 doses away from 90 per cent

Another 325 vaccinations are needed for Whanganui to hit 90 per cent first dose.