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Heritage bird club thrilled with new cages, plans for bigger events ahead
'We are delighted with them,' says Sofianna Kuiti on the new cages for the club's shows.
Malnourished puppies found beside river now thriving
Four malnourished puppies rescued near Ohakune are doing well under Rukmini Vadke's care.
Students return to the stage with first production in six years
“They have shown tremendous growth in their skills."
Whanganui distillery wins best in class at NZ Spirits Awards
Co-owner Nikki Oesterle says the win validates their unique, locally sourced gins.
Fire and Emergency seeks local Manawatū-Whanganui leaders for advisory roles
'We need local people with the networks, knowledge and experience to help us.'
Three Whanganui artists finalists in prominent awards
Three artists have four works selected in the finals of the Parkin Drawing Prize.
Successful tram season ends with winter break and future planning
Tram rides in Whanganui are closing down over the colder months.
Community voices heard on Rangitīkei’s long-term plan
The Marton pool, kerbside collection and Marton's main street were the key topics.
Artist's works reflect Māori cultural heritage
“This particular exhibition highlights the different natural elements..."
Poppy's spirit captured in award-winning film
Poppy has won awards in the United States, but now it's a winner in France too.
Whanganui student's 'incredibly brave' act
Teenager talked distressed man down from bridge.
Alliances align for Ō2NL project
'Signing alliance agreements ... sets the project up strongly to move forward.'
Rural Whanganui invests in emergency communication
Community board to buy Starlink devices after noting lessons of Cyclone Gabrielle.
Student's poetry journey to continue under mentor's guide
'I was fully certain I wasn’t going to hear back – so it was definitely a happy surprise.'
Whanganui funeral directors celebrate 30 years in business
“We’re not going anywhere," Craig Cleveland says.
School's new approach aims to boost student wellbeing
'Our mid-term break acts as the microbreak students need to achieve their best.'
Stratford youth push for retention of youth voice in Whanganui
'We are the voice of youth in our district,' Victoria Payne says.
Kāpiti teen 'voice for cadets' in central region
Pyper-Alex Adams appointed to new role in NZ Cadet Forces.