'The community didn't deserve this': Ex-student reveals abuse
A victim has revealed the extent of abuse at a Whanganui school in the 1950s and 60s.
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Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Tūpoho students test drive new NCEA digital exams
Whanganui students were among the first to sit tikanga Māori NCEA digital exams.
Staff awarded $60,000 for unjustified dismissal
Three former employees of Vault Bar & Eatery were unjustifiably dismissed, the ERA says.
Divers find body following search of Manawatū River
The search was underway after police were alerted to an unmanned dinghy.
Local Focus: Valuable ventifacts protected
Ventifacts unlock mysteries of past and future. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Crate Day: Hospital warns of binge-drinking dangers
This Saturday marks Crate Day, but not everyone is looking forward to it.
Leigh-Marama McLachlan: Comfort in the way we handle death as Māori
'I have found comfort in the way we handle death as Māori'.
GO NZ: Why you should visit Whanganui for a weekend getaway
It's a great time to visit this often-overlooked city, for food, art, festivals and more.
Businessman told to pay $1900 in fees for car he sold 11 years ago
Craig Urquhart said the Ministry of Justice won't accept his arguments against the fees.
Police hunt Grinch thieves after Christmas hampers for needy stolen
More than $1100 worth of meat and groceries intended for Christmas gifts have been stolen.
Local Focus: Showtime for the Nutcracker at the Opera House this weekend
Students perform the Nutcracker 'directors cut'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Driver killed in crash in Norsewood, Tararua district
A driver has died in a single-vehicle crash about 7.55pm last night
Local Focus: The most unusual place to go for leaks and asparagus
"We sell a lot of asparagus", radiator mechanic says. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Ministry searching for owners of archaeological artefacts
The owners of a stone used as a cutting tool and another, likely a grindstone, are sought.
Bush rescue: 'They gave us two hours before they were lifting multiple bodies out'
When four teens were stuck in rugged bush, one thing stood between life and death.
Vehicle crashes into laundromat on busy roundabout
A staff member saw the car hit the laundry door and then the air bag inflating.
Local Focus: Fears world's worst noxious plant could take over
The weed that poses a huge threat to dairy cows. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Rescue chopper finds four trampers
Trampers stuck in hail taken to hospital after trouble in rugged bushland.
UCOL, Chambers of Commerce offering 200 free scholarships
The scholarships are only available to Chamber Members and their employees.
Kayaker seriously injured after jetboat collision
A kayaker is seriously injured after a collision with a DoC jetboat.
Local Focus: Calling all Masters, young and old, male and female
Masters Games bigger than previous years. Made with funding from New Zealand on Air.
Man dies after Waverley crash, police release name
The man died overnight Monday after the crash early that morning.
Multiple crashes at SH1 roadworks site
There have been six crashes in the same area since roadworks began on November 3.
Closure date confirmed: What next for Mars staff?
The hunt is continuing to find new jobs for the cat food producer's 140 staff.
Local Focus: Better late than never for Art in the Garden
An important event for Whanganui potters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Ngarewa-Packer wants to be 'unapologetic champion for Māori'
Benefit levels, job growth and environmental concerns are uppermost for new MP.
Weather: Wet for most, chilly for the south
There's snow on the way for some alpine passes as a cold front hits the South Island.
Best of 2020: Leigh-Marama McLachlan: Good people smoke cannabis
Taking a punitive approach to cannabis does not work, writes Leigh-Marama McLachlan.
Hannah Francis inquest: Police inspector says he would lay charges if he had the chance
"...if it's the wrong decision, I have no problem apologising to the family for that now."
Driver: Ill-fated Ruapehu bus overused
Inquest into 11-year-old girl's death hears claims bus workload soared before crash.
Lawyer suggests Ruapehu crash driver too fast
Driver admits lying on document just one day before girl killed in crash.