Clam warning: 'If it gets here, it's too late'
Whanganui River iwi are working with other organisations against an invasive clam.
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Ruapehu mayor: Chateau Tongariro issues not insurmountable
Ruapehu's mayor says there are 'credible developers' interested in restoring it.
How scientists aim to model volcanic ashfall from the next major NZ eruption
Scientists are developing a smart new model to forecast damage from ashfall in real time.
'Lightning all around us': Thunderstorms sweep North Island causing power outages
From 12pm to 3pm, there had been about 6800 lightning strikes over the North Island.
‘Incredible opportunity’ to improve region’s Māori health
'This is a critical step in our journey.'
GPs say specialist shortages at Whanganui Hospital adding to strain
"These shortages are having a tangible impact on patient care."
'I will always love you:' Inmate's final words to girlfriend before prison death
Dolphy Kohu was facing charges of attempted murder of two police officers.
SPCA rehomes large number of rats from Whanganui home
Some rats travelled via ferry to Christchurch in a custom-built, air-conditioned vehicle.
Book secures radical artist's 'rightful place' in history
Whanganui artist Edith Collier's legacy is being recognised with the release of a book.
NZ’s biggest house-builder G.J. Gardner planning 30% franchise growth
'If you’re in a really tough game, go on the attack.'
Non-acute patients choose urgent service as GPs juggle wait times
'People will fall through the gaps and end up being sicker.'
Hundreds lose jobs as Ruapehu mills close
'As tough as this news is, our people need certainty to get on with their lives.'
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Brown says councils must respect ratepayer money
'Finding savings isn’t a one-off exercise,' the Local Government Minister says.
Chance of 'squally thunderstorms' in Whanganui
MetService is forecasting a mixed bag of weather for Whanganui this week.
Feedback sought on highway tolls in lower North Island
NZTA proposes to toll two new highways in the lower North Island.
Kai Iwi flying fox set to return
Kai Iwi residents started a petition calling for its reinstatement.
The 'cross-pollination' of Sarjeant's opening season
'Let’s change the type of thinking around what a gallery can be.'
'An old-school MP': Peter Gresham remembered
'You would struggle to find anyone with a bad word to say about him.'
Council to control Sarjeant cafe
Cafe profits could 'start chipping away' at gallery operating costs, but there is a risk.
Twelve councillors to represent district after next election
Representation has been 'strongly debated' at previous council meetings.
Whanganui rugby: Props clock 50 games
The milestone was achieved in a record-shattering 91-7 victory.
Rugby: Taonga on line as Whanganui face Thames Valley test
It's Whanganui's first crack at the trophy.
New sewerage pipe connecting prison to council treatment plant
The Department of Corrections project has an overall cost of around $14 million.
Ruapehu council slams poll law, seeks further advice
The council voted unanimously to keep the Māori ward.
Young equestrian to compete on international stage
'She’s come a long way in a short time.'
Council holds firm on rural recycling
Councillors voted 7-6 to keep the service as is until at least next year.
Whanganui council stands firm on Māori ward
'We’re saying we don’t want to send it to a referendum.'
Jon Toogood channels 'personal carnage' into new record
'It is all designed to work with just a voice and a guitar.'
Jigsaw Whanganui’s Tim Metcalfe retires to battle terminal illness
'Every day since then I’ve counted as a blessing.'
Council hands aviary to community group
Friends of the Aviary want to turn the facility into a 'valuable, educational resource'.
Aviary back on council agenda
A community group could get the go-ahead to operate the facility.