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PGF-funded marae upgrade project nears completion

A $16 million marae renovation programme is drawing to a close.

How water quality at Whanganui's swim spots stacks up

Sea swimming generally good this year - Dudding Lake and some rivers variable to poor.

Iwi collective reviews approach to vaccinations

A change of tack will be needed to boost numbers in hard-to-reach areas.

Iwi collective chipping away at critical first vaccinations

Māori health providers say there are low daily numbers of first vaccinations.

Kerri Gowler up for Halberg Award

Olympic gold medallist joins rowing partner Grace Prendergast as team of the year nominee.

Where to go for water adventures around the region

This region has got you covered, no matter what you're into

Iwi collective's Covid-19 data system guides rapid response jab rollout

Mobile vaccination units can be sent "exactly to where the people really need us".

Eleven dead on Whanganui roads over 2021

Five died in both Whanganui and Ruapehu.

Top Towns: How does Whanganui rank?

The Whanganui District now sits at 54th position.

Gail Imhoff reminded us all to appreciate the beauty of Whanganui

Grandmother discovered her love of photography after joining Whanganui Camera Club.

Christmas parades sent packing due to Covid-19

Christmas parades across the region are being canned due to the Covid restrictions.

Health boss: Jab order created 'great deal of angst'

One employee was stood down or lost their job, another "chose to walk away".

Top Towns: Where does Whanganui sit in vaccine rollout?

Whanganui is now at 50th position of all 66 territorial authorities

Ninety-minute trip: Birthing unit closed after midwife stands down

Expectant mothers will now have to travel over an hour to give birth.

Local jobs boost from conservation partnership

Ngāti Rangi is teaming up with DoC on projects that will create jobs for local people.

Vaccine mandates for council staff on the table

All councils are undertaking a health and safety review before deciding on mandates.