Whanganui brace for resurgent East Coast as top-four race heats up
This will be the strongest rugby outfit to journey from Ruatōria for a generation.
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Rugby: Whanganui leap into top four with win over North Otago
'We're just playing every game like a knockout game now.'
Election 2023: On the campaign trail in the wide-open seat of Ikaroa-Rāwhiti
There were so many laughs, you could almost forget the dramatic backdrop to this campaign.
Ruapehu council and property owners clash over Ōhakune development
An online petition opposing the development gained over 1200 signatures.
Whanganui dig deep for win over Wairarapa-Bush
Wingers Alice Ireton and Paris Munro both scored doubles.
Dave Mollard: Being the odd one out
OPINION: It is a feeling many Kiwis have felt their whole lives but not me.
Balance Aotearoa to hold concert for mental health awareness
It's hoped the concert will provide a sense of community.
Marchers call for God's peace for Palmerston North
March for Peace was organised by two former gang members and Legacy Church.
Now that's not boring: Palmy players' Lotto luck
Two of four First Division winners were from the city.
Company sentenced over ski bus crash that killed schoolgirl
The ski field company earlier admitted two charges brought by WorkSafe over the crash.
Plans to prepare rural areas for massive weather events
'Being able to tell people you're okay... that is hugely important.'
Man charged for alleged role as money mule in scams
The accused man will appear in court on Tuesday.
Stefan Speller: Tackling crime in the CBD
OPINION: Stefan Speller asks what role councils should play in crime prevention.
Rob Rattenbury: Shopping a doddle with quieter pace of life
OPINION: A bad traffic day is when Rob Rattenbury gets two red lights at the city bridge.
Repairs almost compete on road 'that keeps on giving'
'We just need the weather to dry things out a bit and then we’ll be into the sealing.'
Snow problem as records fall on magic mountain
Snowfall on Ruapehu is bringing the best skiing conditions for years there.
Fire crews battle to put out Horowhenua blaze
Locals on social media were concerned about gas bottles in neighbouring properties.
‘We’re going to miss him forever’: Superstar cat 'went out on his own terms'
Rodney the cat spent his last days "sun-puddling" in Otamatea.
'People need to start taking responsibility': Puppies dumped, animal facilities at capacity
'We can't just keep taking litters of puppies.'
Whanganui Mayor given 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'
The group is working on behalf of all councils across the country.
Palmerston North still 'on edge' despite arrest amidst gang feud
Police seized several weapons and arrested a man last week.
National and international opportunities for students at UCOL Te Pukenga Whanganui
UCOL Te Pukenga Whanganui, held a successful open day on Wednesday, August 9.
Rugby: Development side give good showing against talented Hurricanes Under-20s
There were some familiar faces in the Hurricanes side.
Rob Rattenbury: At some point you find a home forever
OPINION: 'I put Supertramp on the stereo and wound it up. We are here and here to stay.'
Three-way partnership for Ōhakune housing development
The Ruapehu housing development will cater for different needs.
Thames Valley edge Whanganui in season-opening thriller
Last season's beaten semifinalists got revenge on Whanganui.
'Over my dead body': Father attacks police officers uplifting his daughter
A parenting order stated the 4-year-old was meant to be in the care of her mother.
Cambridge coming to Whanganui Collegiate
The secondary school will replace NCEA Level 1 with Cambridge International Education.
Whanganui council seeks feedback on Māori wards
Feedback on the potential wards will be open until midnight, September 8.
Overnight delays expected on State Highway 3 at Ōhakea
The roadworks are part of a project to build a permanent roundabout at the intersection.
King of the Saddle returns to Ruakākā
Opie Bosson admits it's tough mahi coming back in winter.
Treaty of Waitangi settlement 'just crumbs off the table. But the healing has to start'
'This piece of justice will re-energise and boost all the peoples in this area.'