Latest news from Whanganui
Folklore-inspired sculpture honours trust founder
The sculpture will be unveiled on Sunday at Rotokawau Virginia Lake.
'I love this community': Rangītikei Mayor to stand for fifth term
Andy Watson has 20-plus years of council experience and has been Mayor since 2013.
Land lease problems scupper plan for iwi-council centre
The parties will now pursue separate developments in Manāia.
'Extremely proud': Whanganui-raised Justine Smith's career milestone
Justine Smith has been appointed chief executive of the Office of Treaty Settlements.
Police respond to potential firearms sighting in Whanganui
Officers were active on Guyton St and Wicksteed St about 10.30am on Thursday.
‘They just don’t care’: Fit for Surgery patients gutted by funding cut
The programme has referred 116 people for surgery since 2018.
Highway roadworks pause to ease holiday traffic
Roadworks will pause from 12pm Thursday until Tuesday morning over the next two weekends.
Govt commits up to $600m to upgrade Ōhākea base
The Ōhākea Infrastructure Programme is expected to be completed between 2025 and 2028.
Whanganui athletes shine at inaugural Manawatū/Whanganui awards
George Beamish won the Molly Dorne Cup as MWA athlete of the year.
'Strongest since 2017': New Tropical Cyclone Tam warning for strong winds, giant swells
Tam is moving at 35km/h south towards New Zealand.
'Out of hand': Firefighters battle Waverley blaze
The fire, measuring 300m by 200m, is burning grass, scrub, and pine trees.
Councillor says Govt 'abdicating' housing responsibilities
'We are not seeing an improvement on the availability of stock in town.'
Kai Hub over halfway to donation goal
The Kai Hub is facing closure in May if it does not receive regular financial donations.
Muggy Easter weekend expected as subtropical system hits Whanganui
Taihape, Taumarunui and parts of Taranaki are under a strong wind watch.
House prices down in most regions in year to March
Prices either static or falling throughout NZ, only six areas had price rises lately.
Rugby: Kaierau hold off new-look Border in season-opener
Around 10 new players made their Premier debut for Border.
Club rugby: Taihape beat Marist to retain Challenge Shield
Rātana top the table after defeating Marton 108-12 in week one of the competition.
Kevin Page: Hospital gowns, undies and a thwarted car thief
OPINION: I scared off a car thief while standing on crutches in my new undies.
'It's surreal': Law firm's new partner ready for challenge
Jai Stephens was educated in Whanganui before studying in Canterbury for his law degree.
Police crack down on road safety
During the four-day operation, 7755 drivers were breath tested.
Gun-wielding man jumps into nurse's car, threatens her outside hospital
Police are still looking for a man who jumped into the hospital worker's back seat.
Minister directs Health NZ to revive stalled health centre
Minister Simeon Brown says work on the new Waimarino Wellness Centre will be accelerated.
Why a human rights researcher never gave up on Lake Alice victims
Victor Boyd was recognised at the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards.
'It’s friendship': Rural Women to celebrate centenary
The organisation has around 1600 members nationally.
Bystanders rescue police officer in 'dangerous situation'
Police said the lone officer was approached by an 'aggressive person'.
‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab service
The foundation supports 80 homes and helps 1500 people reintegrate annually.
Ruapehu mayor demands answers over delays to rural health centre
Ruapehu's mayor says the community is being ignored over the Raetihi centre.
Aviation museum could open in 2026
The project needs volunteers, items or financial donations, and specialist knowledge.
DIY crafts to ninja challenges: School holiday events for the family
South Taranaki, Rangitīkei, Ruapehu and Whanganui are jam-packed with family-friendly fun.
‘More than we thought’: Pekapeka discovered near Marton
Pekapeka are still classified as threatened and are declining at a rate of 5-9% a year.