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Popular doctor masked depression until it was too much
Coroner says Whanganui doctor was adept at hiding depression.
Meth addict shot by police jailed for kidnapping and assault
Dick Keefe-Wilson caused chaos at Vinegar Hill while on a methamphetamine bender
Wellington bus passenger, 71, sent flying
A woman was injured after an incident on a Wellington bus this morning.
Mobile trader boss shares concerns about industry
Mobile trader boss shares concerns but says his company is above board.
Ratana killing: Two cars sought
Police are asking people with information linked to Kevin Ratana's death to contact them.
1080 whistleblower now supports its use
Conservationist Peter Grant changed his mind about 1080 as its use was refined.
But new owners plan to give 148ha to appropriate iwi
The timing wasn't right for Whanganui iwi to buy Whanganui District Council forest land.
Book aims to help others affected by abuse
Annasophia Calman wants her book about state care to help others dealing with abuse.
Love finds a way for non-verbal quadriplegic orphan
Anneke Batelaan was working in Samoa when she first laid eyes on Ana in an orphanage.
'Trailblazing' service dog wins top award
Rica has been Merenia Donne's "soulmate" for 12 years.
Kaleb's driving hard for Toyota 86 title
Marton teenager steps up to the next tier of motorsport.
Manawatu Police target aggravated robberies
Police determined to identify offenders behind recent spate of aggravated robberies.
Road safety upgrades around Castlecliff schools
Community campaigning has succeeded after a fatal crash on Polson St three months ago.
Flying high: An 80th birthday present to remember
It's not everyone's way to mark their 80th birthday treat, but it's one to remember.
Desert Rd reopens after truck rolls near Tongariro
The road was still closed at 5.15pm and unlikely to be open for at least another hour.
Chefs out in force at Chef's Kitchen opening
Whanganui's Chef's Kitchen is open for business from September 15.
Nicola Patrick: How do we escape the profit trap?
Why can't all businesses aim to have a positive social or environmental impact?
Richie McCaw drawn into 1080 debate
Christchurch Helicopters boss Terry Murdoch also chair of Whanganui's 1080 plant.
Te Reo beginners lining up for classes
Enrolments for te reo Māori classes rising in Whanganui
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Artist recreates 'magical space' from his childhood
Glen Hayward returns to a place which fired his young imagination - and remade it in wood.
Whanganui designer takes to Project Runway
Kerry Ranginui has designs on Project Runway.
Marton Countdown's quiet hour a success
When the lights are on and glare reflects off the floor, it hurts so much Hunter screams.
Mattresses on floors and staff assaulted at mental health unit
Staff abuse and patients sleeping on mattresses on floor at Te Awhina unit.
The documentary that's making the Whanganui River famous in America
Filmmakers tell the world about Whanganui River.
Police appeal for witnesses following assault
A man was found with serious head and facial injuries on Smithfield Road on Sunday.