'Vital access' guaranteed with extension of Nukumaru road
The project to build the new road was first mooted after the June 2015 floods.
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Taihape end Border's winning streak
The Taihape side coped with the muddy conditions to win the Grand Hotel Challenge Shield.
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Residents invited to have say on council makeup
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Students left shaken after school bus collides with van
Students suffer minor injuries after school bus collides with a van near Ngaere.
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Super-sized skateboard on the way to Whanganui school.
Papakāinga plans could hinge on iwi-council relationship
Current rules largely restrict papakāinga to be integrated with marae.
Whanganui and Taranaki Kapa Haka groups come together for celebratory performances
"This is a great opportunity for our kapa haka to take the stage."
High hopes for Supreme Heights
Trainer Mark Brosnan is aiming to add another stakes win to the horse's burgeoning record.
School sport: Mixed fortunes for Collegiate against FDMC
The annual winter interschool exchange went FDMC's way 4-2 against WCS.
Death in custody: Three Taranaki police officers break down after acquitted of manslaughter
The jury returned its verdicts after three hours of deliberation.
Iwi partnership to ease plugging of Tui oilfield
One of the main concerns was to sustain kaimoana.
Countryside jaunt planned for Wanganui Vintage Car Club rally
Around 50 car owners set to take part in Wanganui Vintage Car Club rally.
Snow for South Island, 'risks' for rest of NZ, as 'big low' looms
The southeasterly will bring snow to the South Island and dry spells for the West Coast.
Collective nouns inspire young readers
Taranaki writer Helen Griffiths brings her acclaimed book to young Whanganui readers.
Trampers' access to range under negotiation
Permission to cross private land is needed to access much of the Ruahine Forest Park.
Taranaki police officer trial: Accused trio's experience detailed
The officers were part of the most high-performing section in South Taranaki.
Crews battle early morning house fire
Five fire engines were called to the Hāwera address early on Tuesday morning.
Committee to distribute Waipipi Wind Farm's $25,000 community fund
The farm is also in the process of changing ownership.
Police manslaughter trial: Man in cell for two hours without medical help
The trial began in the High Court at New Plymouth this morning.
What Covid-19 taught district's new top cop
Scott Fraser was part of the police response team to Covid-19
Let us pray? Does prayer/karakia have a place in politics?
Councillors say time for reflection is important before decision making
Formerly derelict building an architecture award winner
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Covid: Some DHBs to vaccinate whole communities in one go
Some DHBs are sticking to the Government's schedule, others are going their own way.
Letters: PM should visit country next time she's in town
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Mountain tragedy: Two climbers die after falling near Mt Taranaki summit
Two climbers are dead after a tragic accident.
Council offers new mobile app for ratepayers
Whanganui District Council offers new mobile app service.
Debbie Ngarewa-Packer: Speak up when what's yours is mined
Mining operation underestimated extent of iwi and community determination and resilience.
Marton woman celebrates her 107th birthday
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