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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."
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.'
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: Border almost toppled by Marist
'Marist gave us a really good wake-up call and we needed it.'
Whanganui rugby: Kaierau and Marton pick up wins
The new-look Marton side are now third on the ladder.
'I've got blankets': Heating affordability concerns as winter chill bites
'How are they going to pay for their power bill and heating?'
Crowned: Taranaki teen has beauty in the bag with pageant win
Shamika Hoeta has won the first beauty pageant she has entered.
Mild winter could impact Mt Ruapehu ski season
'I would be surprised if this winter actually ended up being really cold.'
'Something to celebrate': Record number of LTP submissions
It's almost triple the number of submissions for the 2021-2031 long-term plan.
Stratford youth push for retention of youth voice in Whanganui
'We are the voice of youth in our district,' Victoria Payne says.