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Targeted forestry rates 'a blunt instrument'
"It’s about looking for an equitable way of covering that cost.”
Mayor meets with ‘key players’ in hotel industry
“It’s still early days, but we want to move as fast as we can.”
Use of Whanganui shared pathways increased by 12 per cent
The Whanganui District Council said the increase in use was due to promotion of the paths.
Developer still ‘addicted to building’ despite setbacks
“We just have to hurry up and wait.”
Whanganui District Council identifies cost-saving measures to address rates affordability
Six-point plan could see $2m in services cut and $16m assets sold.
Ground broken in Whanganui bus shelter project
Work on the bus stops is expected to be completed by May 2024.
It's official - Māori wards will feature in district
The wards will be in place for the 2025 and 2028 election.
Council concern over logging damage to Whanganui roads
'This isn't concentrated to just one area, it's network-wide.'
'Time is ticking': Dublin St Bridge replacement getting closer
“We’re at the point where we need to make a decision and then get on with it."
New roads added to network as part of rural subdivision
The name of Rusthall Estate was chosen by a panel including local iwi and other parties.
Resurfacing of Whanganui Airport runway to begin next week
Each night, up to 50 trucks will transport approximately 600 tonnes of asphalt.
Historic pool may never be swimmable again
But the area can be beautified and water quality improved.
Upgrades at Wembley Park could attract Wellington Phoenix
“We’re in a real growth phase for football in Whanganui."
Modernising Kowhai Park a 'double-edged sword'
“We have a lot of land there that is just grass."
Millions needed to fully upgrade Whanganui East Pool
Relocating the outdoor facility could be an option in the future.
Bird numbers at Whanganui's Virginia Lake aviary slashed
The drop in bird numbers was down to natural attrition and rehoming.
Digital issues now make up a huge part of Whanganui libraries' borrowing
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Lost council project resurfaces
"If you go down there on a Saturday, it’s quite busy and it’s quite dangerous.”
Taco Bell's arrival to this Kiwi town remains a mystery
Building consent a year ago was for a Taco Bell with drive-through and 51-seat restaurant.
No international events unless Cooks Gardens track resurfaced
The track needs to be recertified every 12 years to be able to hold international events.
What key issues is Whanganui facing ahead of the election?
Climate change resilience was an issue high on people's lists of concerns.
Whanganui meeting calls for Māori wards and constitutional change
Andrew Tripe: Local government needs reform. But we do not have the answers to everything.
Contractors appointed to build Whanganui's new justice hub
'Having a local company partner in construction with Te Puna Hapori is great news.'
Whanganui's velodrome is resurfaced, so what comes next?
“There is a lot of use to be had out of it.”
'Jewel in the crown': More funding needed for nature sanctuary
“This is a passion that we share, and it’s a passion we want to hand on.”
Whanganui burial costs increase year-on-year
The current Winz grant barely covers a weekday burial in Whanganui.
Council gives further loan for Land Court building restoration
The loan will go towards replacing the Category 1 building's roof.
'Crude and limited': Elevator entrance needs upgrade
“We know what we want to achieve - a really suitable and safe entrance."
'A community in need': Hakeke Street hub asks for more funding
“Now more than ever, people are struggling.”