New parking meters, higher charges signed off
More than 600 public submissions were made on the council's new parking bylaw.
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Construction starting on new commercial vehicle safety centre
The vehicle safety centre at Ōhakea aims to improve compliance and efficiency.
Rātana in line for major upgrade as Shane Jones splashes the regional cash
The Ratana Pā and housing could be in line for upgrade
‘A hill I’m prepared to die on’: Family face fine for front yard cabin
A Whanganui couple say they won't move the cabin on their property.
Murder charge laid after woman found dead at Whanganui home
Police examining Springvale property after discovering victim's body on Tuesday evening.
Stage set for Whanganui East Pool debate
The issue will be 'well and thoroughly debated' by councillors.
Cleaner, greener heating welcome change at Ōhakea
RNZAF Base Ōhakea decommissions its boiler in a switch to cleaner heating.
Double happy: New millionaire claims Lotto prize along with $600k winner
The major prize-winning tickets sold at the same Whanganui store have been claimed.
Homicide investigation launched after woman found dead at Whanganui home
A woman was found dead at a Fitzherbert Ave property on Tuesday evening.
Councillors cautious about Sarjeant entry fee
Whanganui Deputy Mayor Helen Craig says 'making policy on the fly' is not a good idea.
The Chronicle Q&A: Max Reeves on the Whanganui lifestyle and his latest inspirations
Max Reeves fronts up for 10 quick questions.
Young rugby player's future uncertain after serious injury on field
Ollie Thomson was injured in a rugby match on Saturday, May 25.
Whanganui weather for week ahead
The week ahead looks calm and settled, with potential for rain on Sunday.
Birthday bash for Ohakune's carrot
More than 8000 people attended the carnival and birthday celebration in Ohakune.
Oldest living Olympian leaving Whanganui
Reg Douglas moved to Whanganui at the invitation of well-known local rower Alan Tong.
Whanganui rugby: Sixty-strong training group prepares for Heartland season
Steelform Whanganui need to rebuild their propping resources.
Bulls fire chief Brian Carter recognised with King's Birthday Honour
He is the first member of the Bulls Volunteer Fire Brigade to serve for 50 years.
Whanganui rugby: Utiku Old Boys remain top of table
Utkiu pulled away from Border in the second half.
Foxton woman's sport and surf service recognised
Joss Urbahn has spent 40-plus years dedicating her time to squash and surf lifesaving.
Whanganui weather: What to expect
The showers and wind are set to ease on Monday in time for the public holiday.
Funding freeze unwelcome news to iwi
The Takutai Moana Financial Assistance Scheme will be capped at $12m next year.
Heart monitoring business coming to Whanganui
'We’re getting a faster access to treatment where it’s required.'
Matariki-themed pottery festival celebrates artists near and far
Artists from all over the Lower North Island will attend the festival.
Who should pay for Whanganui's growth?
'We can’t try and clip the ticket every step of the way.'
Whanganui crowds join nationwide Budget Day protests
'It’s all of us on the waka together.'
Whanganui doctors strike for third time in a month
'Junior doctors work 32 hours in a 48-hour period over the weekend.'
Defence Force disposes of WWII-era mortar bomb
'A civilian wouldn’t be able to tell if it was a live or a drill round.'
Athletics: Historic weekend for New Zealand athletes
Beamish goes to number two in the New Zealand all-time mile list.
Maintenance cuts concern Sport Whanganui
Chief executive Tania King also backs Whanganui East Pool remaining open.
'Magical' book wins festival award
Desmond Bovey's book has been deemed 'of immense value'.
'World's first electric hydrofoiling tourism vessel' hits Auckland Harbour
The runabout is seen as the stepping stone to a 100-passenger vessel.