Lake Alice tower back on the market as government offer rejected
The couple who own the tower say they're gutted about the outcome.
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'Quite a lot to digest': Trends show how Whanganui could look in 10 years
With a high-growth model, the district could have a population of 52,981 by 2034.
Cautions advised over disposing lithium-ion batteries
The Whanganui Resource Recovery Centre does not currently take in lithium-ion batteries.
“Prolonged and unnecessary suffering”: Te Whatu Ora Whanganui apologises to patient over surgical mesh pain
“New Zealand clinicians were not, and should not have been, oblivious to this.”
An artist’s eye on Tongariro National Park: Whanganui illustrator captures subtle beauty in new book
Whanganui artist Desmond Bovey talks about the inspiration behind his newly released book.
Second division Lotto win in National Park
The winning ticket was sold at the National Park Four Square.
Longest suspension bridge to be ‘missing link’ of Mountains to Sea trail
Construction has begun on the missing connection between National Park and Horopito.
Legacy medals for rowers presented in Whanganui
Legacy medals were presented to New Zealand representative rowers in Whanganui.
Fire crews respond to smoke coming from Raetihi building
Two crews from Raetihi and one from Ōhakune were at the scene.
Gifted young Māori rower knows the fastest way to finish line
Whanganui teenager has a promising future in the sport.
Bird numbers at Whanganui's Virginia Lake aviary slashed
The drop in bird numbers was down to natural attrition and rehoming.
'Ridiculous' Vakarorogo record try haul secures home semi for Whanganui
It's all on next week at Cooks Gardens.
Digital issues now make up a huge part of Whanganui libraries' borrowing
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'Dream run': Horrocks clocks up 100 games for Whanganui
'It's been a bit of a dream run, to be fair, without any injuries.'
Swimming facilities buoyant but costs rising
The 'Hunger Games' approach to booking lessons will soon be a thing of the past.
Waitōtara farming icon remembered
'He was just so positive, especially in difficult times.'
Durie Hill School to celebrate 150 years of education
The school's new principal hoped the celebrations would bring pupils of all ages together.
Whanganui's forest sanctuary and homestead a joy in spring
The new season makes for a great time to visit the Bushy Park sanctuary,
Music royalty hitting town before massive US tour
"To me, the best shows are always the smaller towns."
National's Carl Bates confident as election day draws near
"The role of the MP for Whanganui is to ensure National policies are felt here."
'Stay the course': Steph Lewis says country has turned a corner
“Kicking the can down the road is not the answer."
City set for a beastly night of rock and riffs
“It’s absolutely mind-blowing to me that we’ve lasted this long."
Whanganui candidates on climate change
Managed retreat and more renewable energy were mentioned by candidates.
Rugby: Milestone games for Lindsay Horrocks as Whanganui look to clinch home semi
"He’s just a competitor."
'There's a lot more involved': New Marton vet clinic as population grows
"People will do a lot more work on sick animals."
Roading contract highlights Rangitīkei road issues
The district mayor said some of the roads in the region were difficult to use at times.
Lost council project resurfaces
"If you go down there on a Saturday, it’s quite busy and it’s quite dangerous.”
Around 4000 ceramic pots are housed at New Zealand’s only museum of studio ceramics, Quartz, in Whanganui
Quartz, Museum of Studio Ceramics in Whanganui is unique in New Zealand
Car and train collide in Whanganui
The crash happened at the Heads Rd intersection with Kings and Balgownie avenues.
Whanganui racer back home after six-month MTB trip
Ramage represented New Zealand at the Cycling World Championships as part of the trip.
Taco Bell's arrival to this Kiwi town remains a mystery
Building consent a year ago was for a Taco Bell with drive-through and 51-seat restaurant.