'Silo' effect meant doctors failed to detect cause of Carmen Walker's death
Pathologist claims Carmen Walker's death at Waikato Hospital 13 years ago was iatrogenic.
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Plan devised for future of NZ’s oldest provincial theatre
There have been inquiries about hosting birthday parties and weddings in the theatre.
Alleged money launderer appears in court
The 52-year-old is facing five charges of engaging in a money laundering transaction.
Turning the tide for public transport
Better Whanganui public transport is a passion for professional musician Anthonie Tonnon.
Plans to prepare rural areas for massive weather events
'Being able to tell people you're okay... that is hugely important.'
Man charged for alleged role as money mule in scams
The accused man will appear in court on Tuesday.
Surgeon burned his note of medical procedure that killed patient
Surgeon in charge of Carmen Walker's procedure grilled over volume of fluid in bucket.
Two-car crash at Otamatea
“The crash was blocking the road initially; however, the vehicles have now been moved.”
Comedian pulls off 'unbelievable' win in Wellington
"There’s just a real authenticity about who he is as a person."
Rob Rattenbury: Shopping a doddle with quieter pace of life
OPINION: A bad traffic day is when Rob Rattenbury gets two red lights at the city bridge.
Repairs almost compete on road 'that keeps on giving'
'We just need the weather to dry things out a bit and then we’ll be into the sealing.'
Lanes reduced across Auckland Harbour Bridge, country in for a wet and windy day
A strong wind watch is in place for Northland and Auckland.
'Just horrendous': Online harassment a concern for schools
'It can feel like the world is caving in on them.'
Ōhakea's $2.3b Poseidon fleet complete
All four aircraft, built by Boeing, have now been delivered.
Musical director chairs at port
Hamish McDouall, Ken Mair and Declan Millan are on the way out.
Pro wrestlers going 'from strength to strength'
River City Pro Wrestling is ready for action, with its first show booked for next month.
Fleeing driver crashes into house in Whanganui
A house in Alma Rd has been extensively damaged.
Class A: Teacher smoked meth at school, left pipe in special needs bathroom
She carried her stash in a glasses case but on occasion, left it unattended.
Hospital disposed of potential evidence in patient death case
Blood drained during the procedure was thrown away with other disposable waste.
Whanganui mayor's new karakia opens council hui
Mayor Andrew Tripe says it's the council’s way of acknowledging all the community.
'Contaminated, big time': Illegal dumping sparks council rethink
'A lot of townies are going out there to drop off waste.'
Start your tech engines! GovHack returns
'Technology is design, it’s marketing, it’s more than just sitting at a computer'.
Creating art and getting paid for it
Artist Judy Darragh will show creatives how they can make more money from their works.
'Dad never got over Mum's death': Carmen Walker inquest begins
Carmen Walker died during a procedure to treat melanoma.
‘We’re going to miss him forever’: Superstar cat 'went out on his own terms'
Rodney the cat spent his last days "sun-puddling" in Otamatea.
Four dance crews from Whanganui City College heading to hip-hop nationals
“I’m looking forward to that feeling of when you’ve worked so hard and it’s all paid off.”
'People need to start taking responsibility': Puppies dumped, animal facilities at capacity
'We can't just keep taking litters of puppies.'
Whanganui Mayor given 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'
The group is working on behalf of all councils across the country.
Helping Whanganui gardeners grow abundant kai
Some good advice for back yard gardeners in Whanganui
'Tears on his cheeks': Cause of patient death still haunts family, doctor
The doctor who blew the whistle on a hospital death claims the case was covered up.
Whanganui Montessori Pre-School will be on the move at the end of 2024, looking for a new home
Whanganui Montessori Pre-School needs a new home by the end of 2024
National and international opportunities for students at UCOL Te Pukenga Whanganui
UCOL Te Pukenga Whanganui, held a successful open day on Wednesday, August 9.