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‘Violence on violence’: Inmate sentenced for brutal prison yard assault
The 29-year-old had a further 14 months jail time added to his current sentence.

Art of popular children’s book illustrator highlighted in new exhibition
“He wanted to be an artist on his own terms”

‘Make it a destination’: Whanganui Airport cafe changes hands
Emma Ngatai discovered her passion for hospitality at age 5, playing cafe in the backyard.

Bremworth proposes laying off 47 staff amidst major restructure
“It was very quiet ... a lot of people were crying."

Whanganui firefighters warning after double burn-off in Westmere breaks rules
About 10 firefighters responded to the two fires in Westmere.

Art for good: Artist paints volunteers at City Mission Whanganui
Eighteen portraits will be on display at Space Studio and Gallery from March 25.

Iwi-owned research centre marks milestone
The centre is marking two decades of kaupapa Māori research.

‘Cash came in for Crays’: Couple given crayfish permit for hui illegally sold 35kg to local restaurant
Tony Magner says he's embarrassed by the fall from grace.

Truck rolls on SH1 in North Island, one seriously injured
One person was airlifted in a serious condition.

The ‘defining moment’ that inspired Whanganui’s newest cop
'It made me realise that I truly had what was needed to put others first.'

‘We could lose experts’: Funding uncertainty for literacy teachers
Possible reinvestment of funds has been labelled 'a kneejerk reaction to finances'.

Let there be light: New era begins at Hockey Whanganui
'We are trying to be the best we can be as a small region'.

Young Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm
“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."

Three to tango: Council pitching multi-council water delivery
'Time is going to go fast. We need to hear from you.'

From e-bikes to viaducts: What to expect on Whanganui’s new trail
Riders can see landmarks like the Taonui and Hāpuawhenua Viaducts.

‘Best day ever’: Suzy Cato inspires music teacher’s journey from superfan to educator
Suzy Cato's photo throwback revealed Curtis Bunker as a devoted fan.

‘Dreams come true’: Whanganui woman’s cochlear implant journey finally realised
Shona Beamsley cannot wait to hear her grandchildren say the words, 'I love you, Nana'.

‘Escaping the hood’: He wanted to be a gangster - then he went to a comedy show
'You can come from humble beginnings and grow up poor - you can still make it out.'

Letters: NZ needs a long-term vision for infrastructure
OPINION: 'Why do we have to spend time and money cleaning up after the incompetents?'