Whanganui's Three Waters timeframe shortens
“There is uncertainty about whether the reforms will go ahead."
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Swan song: Last of its kind departs Virginia Lake
The move is "for its own welfare and wellbeing.”
From bowling club to disability sports hub?
“The council can help a part of the community that doesn’t really have a profile."
Waimarino Art Awards return after three years
Submissions for the awards close on September 15.
Football: Rovers out to seize the moment ahead of crucial showdown
Napier City Rovers remain in a three-way battle for remaining two National League spots.
Avenue Hotel bouncing back after fire
While it's been “a trying time”, a lot of bookings are coming in for the summer months.
'I very much favoured winning': Paralympic champion Dame Sophie Pascoe on her different approach
“Swimming’s such a lonely sport - it’s just you and the black line."
Balance Aotearoa to hold concert for mental health awareness
It's hoped the concert will provide a sense of community.
New road layout opening this week at Ōhakea
The design allows for contractors to be safely separated from traffic.
Gareth Carter: Magnolias are a great addition to any garden
Magnificent magnolias are in bloom all over Whanganui.
Phone a friend: NZ’s two degrees of separation and the stolen backpack
“You’ve got to love small-town New Zealand."
Bumpy ride for Ridgway St retailers
“We’ve watched people launch off the speed hump at a great rate of knots."
'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.
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.”
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.
Comedian pulls off 'unbelievable' win in Wellington
"There’s just a real authenticity about who he is as a person."
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.
Musical director chairs at port
Hamish McDouall, Ken Mair and Declan Millan are on the way out.
Ōhakea's $2.3b Poseidon fleet complete
All four aircraft, built by Boeing, have now been delivered.
'Just horrendous': Online harassment a concern for schools
'It can feel like the world is caving in on them.'
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.