Latest from Whanganui

Local Focus: Braeburn House fate to be sealed with tenders

Speculation mounts as to who will be new the owners. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Whanganui cat attack was 'confronting', says SPCA manager

The man in charge of the SPCA's 77 inspectors says animal abuse is a regular occurrence.

Motorist dead after SH4 Raetihi crash

Car hits power pole on southern edge of Raetihi, leaving one dead.

Man suffers burns in Whanganui shed fire

Explosions were also heard as gas tanks exploded.

Truckie laid off after lockdown wins nearly $14k in compo, lost wages

Construction firm failed to follow the proper redundancy process, ERA finds.

Family cat back at vets after attack

The investigation now sits with the police

Horizons consulting on Māori wards

Horizons Regional Council are seeking submissions on whether to establish a Māori ward.

'Warm and generous' welcome for new district court judge

Ian Carter is Whanganui's new District Court Judge, succeeding Judge Philip Crayton.

New playground to open after four years of 'blood, sweat and tears'

Te Rūnanga o Ngā Wairiki Ngāti Apa has worked closely with the playground's designers.

Road reopens but power out after truck rolls on SH3 near Waitotara

A person was reported to be seriously injured.

Rob Rattenbury: Why names are important - it's about respect

This is not about a cultural difference; it is about respect and thoughtfulness.

Winter is coming: Rain throughout New Zealand this week

Rain, cloud and showers are set to descend on most of New Zealand this week.

Principal wants to know why predator priest was sent to school

Pompallier College's principal has urged any other abuse survivors to come forward.

Cricket: Huntley 1st XI heads to qualifiers

Huntley 1st X1 prevailed over Westmere in a David and Goliath battle in the final.

Local Focus: Mere Keating and a decade of artist open studios

Weavers artists and makers stocked for weekend. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Waimarino Shears goes bilingual

The Waimarino shears have incorporated te reo Māori as part of their event.