New ZealandSignature move: Alleged building consent forgeries investigatedThe Rangitīkei mayor says preliminary conversations indicate cases in his district.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We’ve created a bit of a monster': Taihape businesses up for saleThe businesses, buildings and land come as “one big package”.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to hospital after Taihape truck crashTraffic delays likely after truck rolls.31 May 10:53 PM
New ZealandCourthouse security report: People could be 'killed, injured'Ohakune courthouse remains closed after nine 'key identified risks' were highlighted.14 Apr 01:20 AM
New ZealandRangitīkei heritage buildings' future up for decisionAll of the buildings concerned had been cited as needing earthquake strengthening.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandRural sports awards finalists namedFinalists for the Norwood Rural Sports Awards named14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui region braces for Cyclone GabrielleWhanganui is expected to be hit by severe southeast gusts on Tuesday.13 Feb 03:18 AM
New ZealandDelays add to trauma for family of bus crash victim Hannah FrancisThe family of a girl who died in a bus crash on Mt Ruapehu are concerned by delays.04 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH1 closed in Taihape after caravan rolls and leaks oilMotorists are advised to use alternative routes and expect delays.04 Dec 03:38 AM
KahuMixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefulsJust over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.21 Sep 12:20 AM
New ZealandBye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird weekFew weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrustration building over $11m new bridge sitting idleThe new Mangaweka Bridge over the Rangitīkei River is scheduled to open in June.21 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandSeven crews put out fire near railway tracksGrowing blaze closed main trunk line for nearly six hours.19 Apr 09:45 PM
KahuMāori wards included for Rangitīkei electionsEach ward represents a population of approximately 1400.12 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuBasketballer Kendell Heremaia's grandparents 'over the moon' at her US successNorthlander Kendell Heremaia is having major success on international basketball courts.15 Mar 05:43 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to comeAdding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.05 Feb 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuMōkai Pātea negotiators 'intend to be victorious'Mōkai Pātea people want old wrongs righted and a new future through their claims.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWomen accused of breaching Covid-19 restrictions to go on trialThe trio appeared for an administrative hearing in Taihape District Court on Monday.17 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahu'We are keeping the marae warm'A weaving project is adding another injection of life to Te Ao Hou Marae.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandInvestigation launched into Rangitīkei train derailmentMonday's wild weather is believed to have damaged the track, causing the derailment.14 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui to remain in Red, move to Orange confirmed in time for New YearWhanganui will remain in the red setting until December 30.13 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuWhānau memories flood back in exhibitionAn exhibition includes a special item for a Whanganui Regional Museum staff member.12 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We should be in orange': Whanganui mayor and MP at odds over traffic light systemWhanganui's mayor and MP have differing views on the framework.08 Dec 04:00 PM
Kahu'Sharp minds' chosen to negotiate Mōkai Pātea treaty claimsIwi from the Taihape area have announced their negotiators.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandUp to 33 unvaccinated Whanganui DHB workers could lose jobsThe staff will be stood down on pay.16 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandTeens harassed over woman's Covid charge, court hearsShe and two other women are accused of crossing Auckland's level 3 boundary.08 Nov 12:33 AM
New ZealandQuick action from crews at mill fireA second pulp fire at Karioi mill is being investigated to find the cause17 Oct 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuTrust keen to get Treaty negotiations startedTaihape iwi sign their first agreement in Treaty of Waitangi claim negotiations01 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMangaweka residents travelling an hour for Covid-19 jabMangaweka locals call for a vaccination clinic and it is on the way30 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRangitīkei council decides on future representationThe preferred option will see the council retain the same number of councillors.30 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuIwi collective urges Māori to take their whānau for Covid jabsTe Ranga Tupua has reactivated to help support local Māori through the Delta outbreak.26 Aug 02:30 AM
New ZealandVaccine milestone: 40k doses now delivered across WhanganuiThe DHB is now more than a third of the way through its vaccine rollout.24 Aug 01:30 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Epic local turnout for Papakai ParkNeighbour's initiative sparks community park clean-up. Made with funding from NZ On Air.17 Aug 11:51 PM
New ZealandSnowfall, wind warnings for Desert RoadA heavy rain watch has also been issued for the Central North Island.16 Aug 10:53 PM
