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Signature move: Alleged building consent forgeries investigated
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Snow and people return to Mt Ruapehu slopes
The shift to an El Nino climate driver has helped improve conditions for making snow.
Specialists brought in to help opera house
Work is being carried out in the theatre after a review highlighted safety concerns.
Unsettled week of weather ahead for Whanganui
The unpredictable weather is coming from a set of troughs to the west of the country.
Waverley Fire Brigade member honoured for 25 years of service
Raeone Wirihana first joined the brigade in 1995.
Brian Doughty wins Whanganui Rural Community Board byelection
Doughty said he now had to work to give people what they wanted.
Nixon Street contractors unearth something very, very old
“It’s probably something we’ll never see again in our lifetimes."
Ultimate Airbnb? Iconic Mangaweka plane for sale
It lends itself perfectly to an AirBnb - just by the word ‘air’.
Cyclocross racers from 34 schools to roll into Whanganui
The event will be held on July 15 along with Awa Cross racing for adults and younger kids.
Gangster due to fly free denied parole after dumb decisions
Gordon Runga was ready to be paroled from prison until he got caught climbing the fence.
Whanganui bookshop with around 60,000 books for sale
Included in the store's collection were first-edition publications of Winnie the Pooh.
Club rugby: Marist Celtic and Utiku chase Senior honours
One side has waited over 30 years to be called champions again.
Club rugby: Taihape and Border to write another chapter
Championship rivals to do battle again.
Dressage steward Jos Gresham earns top prize
Horse lover and Bulls resident Jos Gresham named Dressage Official of the Year.
Win earns Whanganui jockey place in exclusive group
Parkes dedicated the 1000th win to a long-time supporter who died last year.
Whanganui event to celebrate Puanga and Matariki
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Taxpayer funds council's strategy overhaul
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