Local Whanganui news
Iconic plant of the Whanganui sand country
Planting of matagouri, an iconic plant of the Whanganui sand country.
Philippa Baker-Hogan: Championing the benefits of an active community
OPINION: Sport and recreation facilities are next in line.
Carols by Candlelight 75th event in Whanganui 'spectactular'
Whanganui’s 75th annual Carols by Candlelight event
Amdram performs ‘The Mousetrap’ - in Whanganui for the first time
The dress rehearsal for Agatha Christie’s classic play was flawless.
Art by the River opens with a panache
Whanganui’s newest art gallery opened in style on Friday.
‘What if I lived loud? What if I took up space?’
Nixon Street Recordings will release the Whanganui Songwriters 2024 Album
Artworks by Whanganui UCOL staff and alumni chosen for Surface Design Association Exhibition
UCOL is proud to celebrate lecturer Kate Sellar and recent graduate Wouna le Roux's art.
Grand opening for Laird Park netball courts after resurfacing
Patron and life member Valerie cut the ribbon to open the eight renewed courts.
Whanganui artists win Supreme Award for sculpture
Collaborative work for winning “Cenotaph for a Snail”.
Photo exhibition showcases camera club work
Whanganui Camera Club recently took part in the Wellington Interclub Print Battle.
Whanganui Bridge to Bridge race launches summer rowing season
The season-opening regatta is focused on big-boat racing and a great endurance test.
Rural news
'I like it a lot': Rural family amped for duck hunting season
The Slavin family have been counting down the days until the season opens.
'Never seen it this bad': Town's flood fears as residents sandbag homes
Nick Reid’s property is under immediate threat from the floodwaters.
WorkSafe issues maintenance warning for quad bikes after man killed
Tragedy could have been avoided if farm manager had kept bike in good working order.
Lifestyle news
Gareth Carter: Choosing the best small hedges for your home garden
Buxus is a classic hedge, but buxus blight makes it challenging to grow.
Opinion: Why autumn is perfect for planting colourful gardens
OPINION: Pansies thrive in cooler seasons but dislike hot summer sun.
Opinion: Why autumn is perfect for planting citrus in your garden
Opinion: Gareth Carter's top tips for growing citrus.
Car news and advice
Slate’s tiny, barebones electric ute doubles as an SUV
Meet Slate, the small, basic and highly configurable pick up shaking up the US EV market.
Bentley creates New Zealand-inspired Bentayga Aoraki SUV
Equipment includes Mulliner-first 'negative perforation' NZ landscape on front seats.
Nissan Ariya Engage review: green effect
It's taken a while, but the Nissan Ariya is finally here. Was it worth the wait?
OneRoof property news
Real estate winners and losers: How much money has your house made in the last three months?
Latest OneRoof House Price Report highlights challenges in the housing market.
Max Key’s epic villa reno for sale: ‘Mum and I designed the whole thing’
Property developer enlisted the help of Lady Bronagh on Point Chev project.
3 ways unscrupulous landlords take advantage of tenants
The bad habits investors need to quit right now (according to a landlord).
More from Whanganui Midweek
Plumber Dan Duck Race ticks off ninth year in Whanganui
All proceeds from ticket sales over the years go to community services agency Jigsaw.
Carols by Candlelight returns to Whanganui
The carols will be organised by the Rotary Club of Whanganui North.
Ropes and chains handy on steep slopes
Wanganui Tramping Club teamed up with its Taumarunui counterpart.
Whanganui Parks and Reserves quiz
What do you know about Whanganui's parks and reserves?
Let the good times roll for final club night of 2024
Whanganui Musicians Club to showcase local talent one more time this year.
Ella shedding the locks for charity
Ella Dickison is going to shave her dreadlocks this month for charity
Vintage Weekend visitors spoilt for choice
Over 30 vintage-themed events and attractions during Vintage Weekend.
Plans build following Japanese engagements from Whanganui secondary schools
Three local high schools promoted themselves in Tokyo.
Three years in the making, Little Ruru album release soon
Little Ruru the album, will be released on December 8, across digital platforms.
Whanganui Jazz Club season finale
Whanganui Jazz Club has invited back the Whanganui Jazz Orchestra and Joel Williams.
Brass Whanganui bringing Christmas Magic to the city
Brass Whanganui plans a Christmas concert this Sunday afternoon.
UCOL Whanganui Design & Arts Student Exhibition DnA24
Now in its 7th year, DnA24 showcases a diverse range of works.
Slimmed-down Whanganui Summer Programme
The Whanganui Summer Programme will run in January
Amdram history spans 150 years in Whanganui
Amdram Theatre's 150th Reunion in Whanganui.