Election 2023: Suze Redmayne will be first female MP for Rangitīkei
Redmayne's immediate plans included increasing the police presence in Feilding.
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Roading contract highlights Rangitīkei road issues
The district mayor said some of the roads in the region were difficult to use at times.
'It was a really good day': The Hoff greets fans in Taihape
Between 50 and 100 people flocked to the filming location to meet the Baywatch star.
'Gardening is not like putting wallpaper up': Gordon Collier on crafting a successful garden
The 88-year-old Taihape garden designer has some tips for first-time growers.
Further traffic management on SH1 after geotechnical inspections
A reactivated landslide had caused cracking on the section of highway.
'A huge loss': Taihape shop owner gets marching orders
The business currently employs five staff.
Company sentenced over ski bus crash that killed schoolgirl
The ski field company earlier admitted two charges brought by WorkSafe over the crash.
Snow watch issued for Taihape and north Whanganui
Whanganui City recorded thunderstorm conditions and near-gale-force winds.
State Highway 1 reopened between Taihape and Waiōuru
The Desert Road section of the highway remains closed.
Signature move: Alleged building consent forgeries investigated
The Rangitīkei mayor says preliminary conversations indicate cases in his district.
'We’ve created a bit of a monster': Taihape businesses up for sale
The businesses, buildings and land come as “one big package”.
Person airlifted to hospital after Taihape truck crash
Traffic delays likely after truck rolls.
Courthouse security report: People could be 'killed, injured'
Ohakune courthouse remains closed after nine 'key identified risks' were highlighted.
Rangitīkei heritage buildings' future up for decision
All of the buildings concerned had been cited as needing earthquake strengthening.
Whanganui region braces for Cyclone Gabrielle
Whanganui is expected to be hit by severe southeast gusts on Tuesday.
Delays add to trauma for family of bus crash victim Hannah Francis
The family of a girl who died in a bus crash on Mt Ruapehu are concerned by delays.
SH1 closed in Taihape after caravan rolls and leaks oil
Motorists are advised to use alternative routes and expect delays.
Mixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefuls
Just over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.
Bye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird week
Few weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.
Frustration building over $11m new bridge sitting idle
The new Mangaweka Bridge over the Rangitīkei River is scheduled to open in June.
Seven crews put out fire near railway tracks
Growing blaze closed main trunk line for nearly six hours.
Māori wards included for Rangitīkei elections
Each ward represents a population of approximately 1400.
Basketballer Kendell Heremaia's grandparents 'over the moon' at her US success
Northlander Kendell Heremaia is having major success on international basketball courts.
Heavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to come
Adding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.
Mōkai Pātea negotiators 'intend to be victorious'
Mōkai Pātea people want old wrongs righted and a new future through their claims.
Women accused of breaching Covid-19 restrictions to go on trial
The trio appeared for an administrative hearing in Taihape District Court on Monday.
'We are keeping the marae warm'
A weaving project is adding another injection of life to Te Ao Hou Marae.
Investigation launched into Rangitīkei train derailment
Monday's wild weather is believed to have damaged the track, causing the derailment.
Whanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New Year
Whanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.
Whānau memories flood back in exhibition
An exhibition includes a special item for a Whanganui Regional Museum staff member.
'We should be in orange': Whanganui mayor and MP at odds over traffic light system
Whanganui's mayor and MP have differing views on the framework.
'Sharp minds' chosen to negotiate Mōkai Pātea treaty claims
Iwi from the Taihape area have announced their negotiators.
Up to 33 unvaccinated Whanganui DHB workers could lose jobs
The staff will be stood down on pay.