Large crowd gathers for Whanganui's Anzac Day service
The service was 'magnificent', says RNZAF veteran.
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'Creeping costs' at Sarjeant redevelopment
It will be open to the public by the end of this year.
Māori Battalion descendants lead Whanganui’s Anzac Day parade
'A lot of the soldiers that left here were my granduncles and grandfathers.'
Investigation into cause of Whanganui garage fire
'They did locate a small fire which was quickly extinguished.'
Person seriously injured after car crashes down bank
'When we found them, the car had gone down a bank.'
Whanganui-raised soldier on pilgrimage to Gallipoli
'It will be a humbling and emotional experience.'
District can 'go it alone' for Three Waters
Regional or sub-regional approaches are also being investigated.
Tūrangi soldier embarks on pilgrimage to Gallipoli
Warrant Officer Class 1 Carlo De Negri will pay his respects to a fallen relative.
Needle-sharp grass poses threat to farmers' livestock
'If you think you’ve found it, we want to know straight away.'
Paige Conley reigns supreme at swimming nationals
“That’s Paige for you, she picks the hard stuff to do".
Whanganui's Anzac Day service won't be at dawn this year
'It’s a lot more comfortable for our veterans.'
Whanganui's Lanterns on the Awa to be held this Saturday
A cultural extravaganza, Lanterns on the Awa will be held in Whanganui this week.
Rugby therapy: A special session that makes ‘Sense’
The popular Sense Rugby sessions are being held in Whanganui this week.
Voices of Gallipoli celebrated at National Army Museum Te Mata Toa
A special civic service will be held in Waiōuru on Anzac Day.
Pest plant found in Horizons region
The plant was thought to have been eradicated from New Zealand.
"Actual real difference we’re making': Jobs taskforce hits target
The rate of Whanganui people not in employment, education, or training is high.
'We have a responsibility': Petition for Gaza ceasefire
'A whole lot of quiet voices speaking at once makes a noise.'
Risk v reward: New hotel could offset rates
'If it does stack up, we would be fools not to progress it.'
Cafe owner in standoff with council over lease
'I’m going to walk out of here with absolutely nothing.'
Earthquake-prone buildings a continuing issue for councils
Changes to remediation deadlines will not solve issues for all councils.
First-class cricket could be pulling up stumps at world-famous venue
$16.3 million is needed to replace the earthquake-prone pavilion.
Lake Alice tower targeted in 'disturbing' vandalism
'People are treating it like it’s some sort of joke.'
Council 'missing link' in reserve project
'It's a beautiful area and it has historic significance.'
No one left behind for kerbside recycling
Carrying crates to the kerb could be a problem for some.
Whanganui grower earns national award for his roses
The roses Bob Matthews creates have to possess the 'wow factor'.
Truck driver cut out of vehicle after crash into river
The jaws of life were used to free the driver from the truck.
'Visible reduction' in homelessness
Regular Armourguard visits are 'keeping the anti-social behaviour under control'.
Person transferred to Wellington Hospital after Whanganui crash
Two people were taken to hospital with critical and serious injuries.
Beginning the next chapter of Sarjeant story
Tyrone Ohia has been able to reflect the gallery’s interwoven histories.
Mind the gaps: Aramoho bridge project delayed
The main train bridge, owned by KiwiRail, was built in the 1870s.
Border fire warning shot as rugby season begins
The four-time defending champions eased past Kaierau.
Marton sneak past Rātana in first week of premier rugby
It was the first top-grade Rangitīkei derby in a decade.