Rangitīkei District Council names new chief executive
Kevin Ross is staying on permanently as chief executive.
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Whanganui assault victim in stable condition
The victim was flown to Wellington Hospital in a serious condition.
State Highway 4 retreat project expected to be finished soon
It is the last major repair to be completed on Parapara Rd after the June 2015 floods.
Whanganui-built boat heading to Tauranga for search and rescue role
Construction on the boat began around July last year.
High occupancy at Jane Winstone despite downturn in Ryman profits
There were no plans to build any expansions to the village at this time.
Police seize significant amount of cash and drugs in Whanganui
Four people have appeared in Whanganui and Levin courts on charges related to the seizure.
It's musical chairs at Northland Regional Council
There has been a surprising switch of roles at Northland's environmental council.
Wheelchair Wagon still on a roll 40 years later
A pressing need in the community has been met by dedicated volunteers since 1983.
Royal status for Horowhenua AP&I Show
The Horowhenua AP&I Show has impressed the Royal Agricultural Society.
Whanganui business closing down after 116 years
The site has been bought by a local housing developer.
Region's roadworks ramp up for summer
Resurfacing work north of Taihape has been completed but more projects loom.
'He’s a little warrior': Whanganui hit-and-run victim out of coma
The family have blown away by the support they've received from the Whanganui community.
Author to tell story of world-famous iris hybridiser
The subject of the book was most famous for her work on iris flowers.
Why a Rangitīkei forestry developer is turning to AI
The two companies both work at breaking down financial barriers for carbon farming.
Man in custody after firearms incident in Whanganui
Neighbours evacuated over gas leak fears.
Serious injuries in truck crash on SH1 near Hunterville
State Highway 1 has remained open after the incident.
Proposal to return trams to Whanganui streets
The options were created to include the community and pressure the district council.
Whanganui firefighter deploying to Queensland wildfires
Aaron Hartley also went on a deployment to Canada earlier in the year to battle fires.
Whanganui recording increase in Covid-19 case numbers
The increase was likely due to a variant which can somewhat evade immune responses.
Person taken to hospital after State Highway 3 crash
The road was blocked by the incident, reopening to all traffic at 1pm.
Beanie me up: Women knits 1000 woolly hats for children
Norma McCallum's hobby benefits children.
Renegades Muster: 843km on two wheels in two days
The winner of the Renegades Muster race rode for more than 600km non-stop.
State Highway 4 in Ruapehu reopens after truck crash
A truck rolled over on the highway on Tuesday night.
Car versus truck collision near Whanganui
The collision with the truck sent the car into a ditch.
Whanganui Pride Week to end with wedding bells
It was hoped the wedding would become a regular part of future pride weeks.
Whanganui River power towers to be replaced
The lines supply Whanganui CBD, hospital, and council buildings.
Driver and vehicle related to Castlecliff hit-and-run located
Police are still interested in CCTV footage.
Castlecliff community showcased with repainted basketball court
'I was here about a year ago and look at the difference from now till then.'
Taupō Quay building takes home top heritage prize
Since 2020, the building has undergone earthquake strengthening and a full restoration.
Child in hospital after Castlecliff hit-and-run
Police are urging the driver of the car to come forward.
New fuel station to bring greater competition to Whanganui market
A price disparity with adjacent regions has created a need for more stations in Whanganui.