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Whanganui alternative transport unaffected by NZTA funding halt
Use of shared pathways and bus services in Whanganui has increased over the year.
Ultraviolet water treatment plant will cost $1.5m
'Scoping and planning have already started and we’re looking at sizing and units.'
Whanganui athletics: Students shine at national champs
Plenty of athletes did not step on the podium but reached a final or set new PBs.
'That's just not a professional look': Mayor's office leaks
Rangitīkei District Council has approved a $19m new build to replace the old building.
Jones calls time on 'frothy rhetoric' around the Treaty being a charter of indigenous sovereignty
New Zealand First MP Shane Jones pushes back on Treaty debate.
Tangiwai 70th anniversary to be marked with national memorial service
The service will be held on January 21, 2024.
Business returns after St Johns Hill fish-and-chip shop fire
"Our goal is to get things underway as quickly as possible.”
Man shot by police transferred back to Whanganui Hospital
The man was shot after allegedly assaulting officers on December 12.
'Pretty humbling': Tāmata Hauhā boss nominated for New Zealander of the Year
'You sit back and go, ‘Actually, we’ve done some pretty remarkable stuff.'
Health rollbacks creating 'a level of nervousness'
"All of those contracts will transfer back to Te Whatu Ora, and what does that look like?”
Whanganui, Rangitīkei, Ruapehu await more details of Three Waters' repeal
The Government plans to repeal Three Waters early next year.
Velodrome launch attracts riders from Wellington and Cambridge
Whanganui's Accoya-surfaced velodrome hailed as among world's best.
'A real privilege': Sport Whanganui boss signs off
'It's not about high performance, it's about getting out and doing stuff.'
The rare bird only found along the Whanganui River
It was first seen on the river's lower areas about 30 years ago - and now there's a book.
'Death tracks': Greyhound deaths spark calls for ban
'The injuries won’t stop until the industry does,' Save Animals From Exploitation says.
River leaders take new strategy to the people
It aims to establish strategy as the foundation for resource management in the catchment.
Homeless hub scrapped in favour of support services
A "brick-and-mortar" approach is off the table.
Kickboxing champ surprised to be role model
Earl-Jay Pehi says whānau support is key to his sporting success.
Whanganui surf lifeguard awarded highest possible qualification
Only 16 people were selected to take part in the three-day programme.
'A dream come true': Whanganui teacher jets off to Chile on scholarship
'I was over the moon, a dream come true.'
Calls for council to halt Castlecliff 'race track'
A serious accident involving a child was 'the last straw' for worried residents.
Work on final site of flood repairs on SH4 completed
Work on the site started in early 2022.
Whanganui man shot by police stable in Wellington Hospital
The Independent Police Conduct Authority is investigating.
'Play Station' pilot to launch sports gear into local parks
Play Stations aim to encourage active play at Whanganui parks.
Whanganui charity puts building up for sale
The charity was examining how to operate due to recent changes in the economy.
CrossFit champ says more Māori and Pasifika people are taking up the sport
Dante Karangaroa is the fittest man in Aotearoa.
'Treat them with respect': Parking wardens in firing line
"If someone is violent and abusive towards our staff, we’ll have the evidence ..."
Targeted forestry rates set to skyrocket
"I’m going to be bold here and say there is no viable alternative.”
Proposal to change name of village draws public submissions
Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa New Zealand Geographic Board supports the proposal.
Second time lucky for St Anne's as Hurricanes come to town
“This is an awesome opportunity for them and a great way to finish the year".