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
Why every garden needs a persimmon tree
Opinion: Even if you don't like persimmons, the tree can be a real talking piece.
Farming, science and family through the generations
Gordon Stephenson’s family have embraced inquiry-based learning in their farming.
'Not suitable for high speeds': Rural roads in the 1930s
Roads were built for traffic, "consisting largely of slow-moving horse-drawn vehicles".
Lifestyle news
Opinion: Winter planting tips for garlic, onions and more
Comment: Gardening is very much about working with the seasons.
Gareth Carter: Why winter is the perfect time to plant roses
King's Birthday marks the arrival of new season roses.
Whisking it all for carrot cake triumph
The Ohakune Carrot Carnival started in 1971.
Car news and advice
Are new car smells toxic? What you should know before buying
Behind that plasticky, leather-adjacent aroma lies a complex cocktail.
Mazda CX-3 SP20 long-term test: paper trail
It's time for our annual long-term car team task.
Fieldays 2025: 10 things for car people to check out
It's an electric ute showdown (among other things) at Fieldays this year.
OneRoof property news
Brad Pitt's West Auckland crib for sale
Movie star stayed at multi-million-dollar Parihoa Estate while filming new movie in NZ.
Kāinga Ora banks nearly $8m from house sales, $40m still up for grabs
One house has been relisted for double its sale price.
CV warning: Agents claim tens of thousands of Auckland homes have been overvalued
The new rating valuations don't factor in Watercare restrictions.
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.