Sarjeant stonemasons 'going great guns'
“We want it to be a lovely old building still, just in better condition.”
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Accommodation rates in Whanganui 10 per cent above national average
The occupancy rate was also around 10 per cent higher than the same month in 2022.
Wallaby discovery 'an isolated incident'
Detector dog contractors were brought in to conduct a search.
The best dog-gone beds in Whanganui
“It’s great, it’s odour resistant, good for allergies, just all sorts of things."
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
A MetService meterologist said Wednesday was the day to look out for.
Bremworth’s Whanganui plant getting 'bigger and better'
A dozen jobs are on offer at wool carpet-maker Bremworth's Whanganui plant.
$30m and apology for iwi who paid the price for the nation's development
The tribes' areas of interest include the middle reaches of the Whanganui River.
'Big smiles, sunburn and sore legs': Ski operators stoked with two metres of snowfall
"It feels like a reward for everyone’s who’s hung in there."
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua iwi groups get Crown apology
'Today’s signing is a significant milestone for the people of Te Korowai o Wainuiārua.'
Whanganui tops tourism growth tables two months in a row
The growth comes at a time when tourism is usually quieter in the region.
Concern over surface water in Castlecliff an eight-year battle
Is surface water getting worse in Castlecliff?
Elizabeth McMenamin-Pervan on Turakina Beach, miracle laundry and SourBros pizza
"We go out on the quad bikes and the boys love playing in the sand dunes."
Whanganui family affair at World speed skating championships
Whanganui speedskater will be competing at the World Speed Skating Champs
Did you Strike the winning ticket?
There was a midweek windfall of $600,000 for one lucky Whanganui Lotto winner.
Power of positivity: The bond that's strengthened National League football contenders
Positive vibes have bought positive results for National League football hopefuls.
'People dropped everything and ran': Whanganui family witness wildfire panic in Greece
A Whanganui family in Greece describes evacuation panic during wildfires.
Why Whanganui council is opening up some discussion to the public domain
But contentious or difficult matters may still be spoken about behind closed doors.
State Highway 1 reopened between Taihape and Waiōuru
The Desert Road section of the highway remains closed.
Whanganui hotel fire 'a tragedy'
The fire came at the worst possible time for the local accommodation sector.
Whanganui in for 'very changeable weather'
Heavy showers are predicted for Tuesday and Wednesday.
Fire investigator onsite to determine cause of Avenue Hotel fire
Four fire appliances attended, along with an operational support wagon.
Marcel Martin on Stevie Ray Vaughan, the Palm Lounge and guitars at mealtime
"Record in winter, play in summer - that’s the plan."
'It's a dream job': The man immersed in virtual reality
"Anyone can do it if you’ve got a good idea."
All Black comes off the bench in Whanganui
“It’s one of those unique things we’ve never had to do before."
Brothers killed in crash leave behind five young children, pregnant partners
Police attended the crash at the intersection of Mchardies Rd, SH3 about 4.25pm on Sunday.
Two people dead following crash near Bulls
State Highway 3 was closed for over four hours due to the incident.
Soon to be released child abductor’s psychological treatment left unfinished
The Parole Board left 'in the dark' as to why treatment is unfinished.
Whanganui rugby: Good signs ahead of Heartland season
The Whanganui Heartland squad were looking to build depth in the Game of Three Halves.
Houses, houses and more houses: Chris Bishop hits town
“A lot of people in local government say to me, ‘Man, just stop with all the stuff’.
The council and the people - how can they talk to each other?
How do you want to be heard by the council?
‘It was very scary’: Firefighters called to blaze at Whanganui hotel
"It was pretty well alight.”
Rental prices 'absolutely crazy' but demand still strong
“It’s a bit like food at the supermarket - once it goes up that’s it."
Visiting glass artist's ties to Whanganui run deep
Vicki Fanning has spent the residency creating new works of stained and blown glass.