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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
Have you been to the library recently?
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.”
Bumpy ride for Ridgway St retailers
“We’ve watched people launch off the speed hump at a great rate of knots."
Plans to prepare rural areas for massive weather events
'Being able to tell people you're okay... that is hugely important.'
Whanganui Mayor given 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'
The group is working on behalf of all councils across the country.
Political parties urged to make rail a priority for Horizons region
An open letter is being sent to all political parties.
Whanganui council seeks feedback on Māori wards
Feedback on the potential wards will be open until midnight, September 8.
City's 'swamped' wastewater network could cost $50 million
“We have to fix this problem, and we’re going to have to spend some money to do it.”
Just a handful of buildings impacted by forgery-accused engineer
“These things end up in the courts, and the process is quite slow.”
Why Whanganui council is opening up some discussion to the public domain
But contentious or difficult matters may still be spoken about behind closed doors.
The council and the people - how can they talk to each other?
How do you want to be heard by the council?
Big rates hike 'a pain'
“We all know costs go up very quickly, but it changes going down."
Signature move: Alleged building consent forgeries investigated
The Rangitīkei mayor says preliminary conversations indicate cases in his district.
Which suburb has the highest rates increase?
It certainly isn't Springvale or St Johns Hill.
Specialists brought in to help opera house
Work is being carried out in the theatre after a review highlighted safety concerns.