Lucy Drake
Lucy Drake is a multimedia journalist at the Whanganui Chronicle
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How Whanganui's crime profile has changed post-lockdown
Top cop believes people are now seeking the support they need for family harm incidents.
Multiple motor vehicle crashes along icy Ruapehu roads
Emergency Services are still in attendance at two of the crashes.
System turns Mt Ruapehu skiing 'into a lottery'
The new system will come into play from July 22 for the 10 busiest weekends in the season.
Two people rushed to hospital after house goes up in flames
Fire crews were called to a Whanganui house at 4.30am.
Marton community 'disgusted and shocked' by cat dumping
Rodney was dumped 15km north of Marton by a Marton ITM staff member.
Marton's James Cook statue to remain
The decision was made by consensus vote by the Rangitikei District Council.
Crash victim a dedicated animal lover and advocate
Jazmine Jones-Collings spent her life giving back to animals and the people she loved.
Coronavirus Covid-19: International pilot students in strict lockdown
Students are still able to continue with their studies with online learning.
Air Chathams investigates after plane caught in turbulence; causing 'severe roll'
Two incidents on the flight have left customers on board unhappy with the service.
SH4 reopens as large fire near Manunui still burns
No properties have been threatened and no one has been injured in the fire.
Best of 2019: From Whanganui house parties to a music empire
Machete Clan are taking Whanganui music to the nation with sellout tours.
Best of 2019: Big Read: A night at Whanganui Hospital
My visit to Whanganui's emergency department with Russell and Nigel.
Young neighbour helps 93-year-old escape burning house
The devastated resident said the fire happened in seconds.
Outrage as Whanganui wiped off weather map
They said it was to make room for temperatures and icons for 24 other locations.
One dead after serious crash near Taihape
Motorists are advised to avoid the area, if possible.
Have you seen this car? Person attacked in Whanganui, vehicle stolen
The early morning attack happened outside Trafalgar Square shopping centre.
Happy days: Grumpy Old Men donate to kindergarten after theft of blinds
The $1000 donation will go towards purchasing new blinds stolen from the kindy.
Who killed Jasmine Wilson? Father's plan for vigil
Father, sisters and best friends to host vigil for Jasmine Wilson.
Community invited to attend vigil for Jasmine Wilson
Family and Whanganui services are hosting a vigil for Jasmine Wilson.
Keep NZ Beautiful judges impressed with Whanganui
Resource recovery centre shows off Whanganui in the competition for most beautiful city.
Air Ambulance appeal month sparks gratitude
A Whanganui family wants people to support the Starship National Air Ambulance appeal.
Kapa haka group flies the culture flag at regional conference
WHS is the only school in the lower North Island with a Confucius Classroom.