New members to oversee council's commercial interests
The move follows the axing of Whanganui District Council Holdings in March.
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Netball Whanganui's Premier season under way
Four new teams that have not played at Springvale Stadium had a chance on Monday night.
Four people treated by emergency services after car crash in Ruapehu district
'We sent two ambulances and we treated a total of four patients.'
Truck and trailer crashes on SH1 in central North Island
The road is under stop/go traffic management and delays are expected.
Concern over students flocking to fast food outlets after school
'From 2.45pm onwards, it’ll be 45 minutes of chaos.'
Mount Ruapehu’s Whakapapa skifield not commercially sustainable, Cabinet warned
A number of bidders are aiming to take over the skifield's assets.
Rapid power cut hits over 10,000 Whanganui homes
Powerco is investigating the cause of the fault.
School's new approach aims to boost student wellbeing
'Our mid-term break acts as the microbreak students need to achieve their best.'
Central Whanganui intersection to get roundabout
It will be similar to the new road layout at the Guyton and Wicksteed intersection.
Culvert discovery provides glimpse into history
'When you’re doing construction work, there's always a risk that you’ll find something.'
Block party to bring 'joy to our community'
The new park on Guyton St will be used as a dance floor for the day.
Minister to decide on village name change proposal
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua wants National Park Village to be named Waimarino.
Rowing: Whanganui sculler heading to junior world champs
Madeline Cox has secured a seat in the girls quadruple sculls boat.
'Couldn't believe it': Kiwi shoppers left 'deflated' by supermarket prize error
"We celebrated our $30 windfall for a few hours yesterday then were very deflated."
Work begins on median barriers between Whanganui and Bulls
Between 2019 and 2023, there were 159 crashes on SH3 between Whanganui and Bulls.
Iwi leaders meet with ministers over oil and gas exploration
'We need to make sure our rights and interests are protected.'
Museum's financial woes prompt emergency funding
The museum has a debt to the IRD for failing to pay PAYE and underpaying GST.
It's the destination that leaves foreigners in disbelief, and it's right here in NZ
A place where dogs can be mayor, railways are pedalled and bridges lead to nowhere.
Alec McNab: Collegiate marks 50 years of football
1981 captain Ian Rogers has released his history of the sport at the school.
Whanganui's netball season takes a leap
There is a significant increase in player numbers, including males.
Waimarino Health Centre development plan moves forward
'We are now back on track to progress this development.'
Council buys CBD properties as hotel talk swirls
They will be added to the city endowment portfolio, which is valued at $45m.
New Suzuki NZ boss confident about Whanganui-based business
'There is a bit of uncertainty.'
Imported insects to help control invasive weed
Four insect species will be released in the Horizons region to control purple loosestrife.
'Gone beyond a war': Council votes for Gaza ceasefire
'Without political pressure on a nationwide and international scale, nothing will stop.'
Bride, groom and baby splashed with chicken blood at wedding
A wedding photographer pulled out because they thought the ceremony was 'too graphic'.
'We aren't doing this lightly': Junior doctors strike
Doctors in Whanganui have joined nationwide strike action.
Reggae legend sets up shop in Whanganui
As a 17-year-old, Brent Clough climbed a fence to secure an interview with Bob Marley.
Unlikely hole-in-one hero nabs $10,000
'At the clubhouse afterwards, a guy said it was better to be lucky than good.'
'We don't even have kerbs': Petition against recycling service
Bill Simmons says the only council resource residents in his area need is water supply.
Former RAL boss bids for Whakapapa skifield
Dave Mazey says he wants to ensure Whakapapa’s survival.
Whanganui rugby: Kaierau and Marton pick up wins
The new-look Marton side are now third on the ladder.
Whanganui rugby: Border almost toppled by Marist
'Marist gave us a really good wake-up call and we needed it.'