Whanganui benefit numbers fall in 2021 driven by industry growth
Extra effort put into getting long-term beneficiaries into work, minister says.
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Coastguard, public help in rescue after Wanganui River capsize
'Quick and calm rescue' for boat that capsized near Whanganui Port.
Local Focus: City heritage wins cash support
Whanganui's Heritage Grant Fund strategy is helping to spruce up historic sites.
Palmerston North case confirmed as Omicron, no links to Christchurch MIQ
MidCentral DHB are preparing for a surge in testing, and to support people isolating.
Thieves take mementos from graves at Whanganui cemetery
Former mayor's Facebook post aims to warn community of thefts.
Explosion in Castlecliff, Whanganui being investigated
Explosion at commercial property believed to be suspicious.
Covid-19 saliva testing clinic opens in Whanganui
The collaborative is led by Tupoho Social Services with iwi and district council support.
New signs advise caution at Ahimate
Authorities to work together on cautionary and educational measures
Best of summer: Where to find the country's top 10 playgrounds
The finalists have been revealed, but who will you vote for as the country's number one?
Women accused of breaching Covid-19 restrictions to go on trial
The trio appeared for an administrative hearing in Taihape District Court on Monday.
Truck versus pole triggers explosion
The crash caused electrical arcing, leading to a fire and explosion.
Profile: Harete Hipango and how she upset National colleagues
Profile: National MP Harete Hipango and why she visited that anti-vax protest.
Elderly woman frustrated by no-shows from in-home carers
Aged Concern Whanganui: No-shows of in-home carers are increasing
Whanganui-shot film 'X' set for release in March
"For cineastes, it is just like cabinet food."
The 20-year-old analyst keeping a 'football eye' on the Wellington Phoenix
He has been in Sydney with the team since the start of November.
Vinsen demands Three Waters debate
The Whanganui councillor is calling on the mayor to table the Three Waters memorandum.
Covid: Steady uptake of rapid antigen tests at local pharmacies
Free rapid antigen tests are available at selected pharmacies.
'It was a good save': Marton volunteers contain house fire
Two Marton fire trucks attend Wing's Line house fire.
Safety monitors for upper Whanganui River
Iwi are concerned about the safety of river users and the risk of collisions.
Restrictions at scaled-back Rātana event
The Rātana 25th celebrations will be a one-day event for the local community.
Visitors urged to lock vehicles after thefts at Aramoho Cemetery
Reports include thefts from cars and bag snatches.
Manawatū River drownings: Two men named by police
Police have release the names of the two men who drowned in the Manawatū River on Jan 2.
Luxon's biggest headache? The National MP flirting with anti-vax messaging
National MP in hot water for visiting an anti-vax protest has other controversial views.
McDouall will seek third term in 2022
The 53-year-old has thrown his hat in the ring for what he says would be his final term.
'Team effort' saves man from drowning at Castlecliff Beach
The man is now in a stable condition.
Horror holiday period the deadliest for drownings in 25 years
It's been the deadliest holiday period in New Zealand waters in nearly 25 years.
National MP deletes protest post after call from Luxon
Harete Hipango said she did not intend to convey an anti-vax message.
Rapid response teams grapple with shortage of nurses
The effort to boost Māori Covid-19 vaccinations is being hampered by a shortage of nurses.
'We are human' - Behind the phones at Healthline
This year, Healthline experienced the highest level of abuse towards staff in its history.
'We are keeping the marae warm'
A weaving project is adding another injection of life to Te Ao Hou Marae.
Century-old club provides friendship, social support for women
In its heyday, the club had about 200 members but numbers have dropped.
Driver injured and SH4 blocked after car crashes into tree
Motorists told to expect delays after driver seriously injured, State Highway 4 closed.