Rapist's non-parole period quashed by Court of Appeal
Man who raped two women allowed to appeal against sentence; non-parole period quashed.
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Hospital's mental health unit moved to Wicksteed St
Patients and staff were moved to the Te Rito site on Wicksteed St about two weeks ago.
Whanganui workmates pull off 84km ultramarathon fundraiser
"Strava will be taking a break this week, that's for sure."
Search resumes for man washed from rocks near Waiinu Beach
Police were initially called at around 11.15am on Saturday.
Fisherman missing after being swept off rocks
Family and friends have been searching for the man alongside emergency services.
Whanganui flooding: Rowing club says worst in three years
The club secretary hopes to begin cleaning up the grounds this Sunday.
Online symposium holds Rongoā Māori in spotlight
The online symposium will be one day and feature six leading Māori Health speakers.
Live: 5836 cases today, five virus-related deaths, 403 people in hospital
Ten patients are in intensive care today.
Councillors say yes to kerbside collections in Whanganui
Whanganui to get kerbside recycling in 2023 and food waste collection from 2024.
Māori health advocate to lead global body
Emma Rawson-Te Patu elected to the World Federation of Public Health Associations.
'Like getting out of the boxing ring': New boss ready to lead pilot academy back to strength
Gerard Glanville has been flying since he was 16.
Anzac Parade flood plan: Cost of raising houses would be 'eye-watering'
Flood resilience: Strategy for Whanganui reaches final stage.
Whanganui on world stage at international film festival
Whanganui is on the world stage at an international film festival in France.
Local Focus: Boxing makes you 'a better person'
A chance to become a better person by stepping into the boxing ring in Whanganui
Rātana whānau begin selection process of eighth tumuaki
The mōrehu will follow a constitution written in 2002 to appoint the new leader.
Bush Colts in top form at Pahiatua
Three wins from three games - the Bush Colts have had a good start to their season.
Scholar casts new light on Governor George Grey
Whanganui's Professor Danny Keenan is involved in an international project in London.
'Anzac veteran' supporting anti-mandate protesters never served
Vernon Ballance of Whanganui donned a replica uniform.
Border announcement a boost for pilot academy
Chief executive Gerard Glanville says the goal is to have 200 students by the end of 2024.
Police call for witnesses to Whanganui East assault
Witnesses to the attack said a group of people attacked one man who had a knife.
Person critically injured in disorder incident
Police said the CIB is investigating the incident.
Whanganui rugby: Plenty on the line in Marist derby
"It's always a good game against the Buffalos – it's what we call our State of Origin."
Rob Rattenbury: Pākehā need to be trusted with referendum on He Puapua
OPINION: We need a referendum on He Puapua, because progress depends on public support.
Taco Bell seeks consent to build Whanganui store
A decision has not yet been made on the resource consent application.
Whanganui River iwi hit back at Horizons councillor's claims
'There is global interest in Te Awa Tupua and what iwi are trying to achieve in Whanganui'
Bushy Park Tarapuruhi welcomes new feathered residents
The ancient species used to live there in the hundreds, and is only found in New Zealand.
Lawyer discharged from hospital after assault
Mark Bullock received serious injuries in the assault.
Person critically injured in tractor rollover
St John said an ambulance, rapid response vehicle and helicopter responded.
'We are absolutely broken': Reward offered for information on shot horse
The horse was shot on a rural property near Whanganui.
Loss of life is likely in flood-prone areas
In 2015 floodwaters forced 250 people to be evacuated from their homes