Latest from Ohakune

February, yes, it was a hot month - one day was the hottest yet

Whanganui's rainfall in February was above average - but its soils are still very dry.

Detours and lane closures to last all week

There will be detours and lane closures near the Dublin St roundabout this week.

New management, new name coming for Waimarino Transfer Station

Public will get chance to see the changes first-hand at future open day.

New CEO 'proud and humbled by the role'

Hoani Ponga has previously worked for Te Tumu Paeroa and Plant and Food Research.

Old machinery fascination: butter churner, phonograph and more on display

The Manawatu Vintage Ag Expo is on this weekend in Feilding.

Rain brings little relief to dry conditions

"It was a freshener - nowhere near enough to turn the tide."

Brawl reported, quarry future considered, Mardi Gras finalist

Brawl reported, quarry future, properties for sale and other news items in brief

David Jones Motors and Rapid Response get Cancer Society on the road

A new company car for 12 months means the Whanganui branch can reach those in rural areas.

Whanganui Year in Review, October 2019: Slip closes SH4, another young woman killed, factory to close

The failure of SH4 at the Ore Ore Slip shocks and worries Whanganui and Raetihi.

'I generate excitement and people join in' - railway enthusiast

From Santa caves to railway turntables - Bob Norling's contribution to Ohakune.

Person assessed by St John following camper van roll

Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 6.50am.

Be more kind to people - it's good for the soul

Your letters to the Whanganui Chronicle

Squash players honoured

Taihape win Team of the Year, while Whanganui players win Referee and Masters titles.

Ruapehu mayor satisfied with $4 million funding

The upgrade to Ohakune's water treatment plant aims to prevent future operational issues.

Warmer than usual December on its way - break out the togs

Westerly winds will continue to be prevalent during December in Whanganui.

A master carver; 6 students and $50k: National Park's newest welcome project

The pou will be carved by young people under the guidance of a master carver.