Olivia Reid is a multimedia journalist based in Whanganui.
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Undergrand blends music, poetry and nature
A white baby grand piano will pop up in Whanganui’s Bason Botanic Gardens in January.
Whanganui's weather forecast a mixed bag
A wet start and end to the week is expected for Whanganui.
Rotarians' funding boost for Tonga hospital
A surgical theatre upgrade is 'sorely needed' at Vaiola Hospital in Nuku'alofa.
Warm, settled weather for Whanganui weekend events
Stable weather and warm temperatures are expected for Whanganui this weekend
Art by the River offers ‘an eclectic mix’
A new addition to Whanganui's many art galleries highlights New Zealand artists.
'Overwhelming demand' for cat desexing assistance
Ruapehu District Council spent its allocated funding in just a few days.
Warning as Whanganui's fire risk increases
Whanganui could require fire permits before Christmas.
Whanganui couple committed to combating human-trafficking
'Even if in our lifetime we’re only impacting one survivor, I feel like it’s worth it.'
Works on SH4 Parapara to cause delays ‘up to an hour’
Upcoming SH4 delays a ‘double-edged sword’, says transport manager.
What the weather has in store for festive events
Will the weather play ball for Whanganui's weekend festivities?
Whanganui set for hot summer
'Unusually warm, even hot, will be a theme for the summer season.'
New lecture series to commemorate late Sarjeant director Bill Milbank
The new series will honour the late director and his 'wide-ranging' interests.
Whanganui weather: What to expect for the last week of spring
Warm weather with a chance of showers in Whanganui for the last week of spring.
The Chronicle Q&A: New Tarapuruhi Bushy Park manager Rosi Merz
'I’m absolutely a green tea person.'
Business Awards' supreme winner's journey a 'real cool regional story'
Fleet Line Markers and more recognised at the Whanganui Business Awards
Over 2000 Whanganui residents sign to stop the boom
A Whanganui petition to ban the public sale of fireworks is heading to Parliament.
New location for annual Whanganui event
The Art in the Garden fundraiser will take place at the end of November in a new location.
Revitalising tourism: Summer outlook for Whanganui and Ruapehu
How the summer tourism wave is expected to hit the Whanganui region.
Q&A: Anderina McLean on Scrabble, cronuts and berries
Anderina McLean will compete in the Trans-Tasman Scrabble tournament on November 15-17.
Multi-tonne rock remains obstacle for cycle trail riders
The Mangapurua Track has reopened after a major slip.
New accessible drama classroom unveiled
The changes aim to give 'equal opportunities for everybody'.
Bridge to Nowhere access blocked by 'major' slip
The Mangapurua Track on the Mountains to Sea trail is closed due to an 'impassable' slip.
Family cat returns home with bullet wound
Okoia cat Jinx returned home with a bullet wound that broke his femur.
Kids tough it out on obstacle course
More than 2600 students tackled the Tough Kid challenge in Cooks Gardens.
Best-selling cookbook author heads to Hāwera
Guests can enjoy a buffet lunch, hear from Margo Flanagan and donate to a good cause.
Spring Fling to celebrate grandstand centennial
Taihape’s Spring Fling and Memorial Park Grandstand centennial takes place on Saturday.
Bookstore takes donations for Whanganui kids' Christmas presents
Charity Kiwi Christmas Books has arrived at Paige’s Book Gallery.
Weather: Mostly bright, warm, sunny week in store
Whanganui will have warm weather and mostly clear days this week.
Bright futures: School leavers with big plans
Whanganui and Rangitikei school leavers are excited for their futures.
New Mountain to Sea trail showcases beauty of eco-tourism
An extension of the Mountain to Sea trail, Te Ara Mangawhero, opens in Ruapehu.
Whanganui 16-year-old dominates weightlifting champs
After a year of international competition, Mollie King proved her strength at nationals.
Q&A: Ariel Jeffcoat on nature, the 70s and Whanganui heritage
Olivia Reid catches up with Whanganui Heritage Festival event co-ordinator Ariel Jeffcoat.
Scam targets real estate company and customers
A new scam targeting renters has popped up in Manawatū.
Olympic champion sisters inspire next generation of athletes
Kerri Williams and Jackie Gowler started their rowing careers in Whanganui.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this long weekend
'It's not looking to be a nice, beautiful weekend for getting out and about.'
Innovation award for school's Mandarin teaching
Whanganui High was one of seven schools awarded the Chinese Language Innovation Award.
Best-selling author brings a thrill to Whanganui
Rose Carlyle's new thriller discusses motherhood, ocean crime and Tasmania.
Hunterville gears up for Shemozzle
The town of Hunterville will welcome more than 4000 visitors for the Shemozzle.
Q&A: Nicky Pellegrino talks family, food and her new book
Ahead of her Whanganui visit, Nicky Pellegrino talks her new book and her love of Italy.
Police seize drugs, firearms, cash in Whanganui raids
Two people are facing firearms and drugs charges.
Weather: What to expect this weekend
Competing weather systems make for a varied weekend in Whanganui.
Ruapehu council considers future water services delivery
Ruapehu looks to consult the public on its new Water Services Delivery Plan.
'Dogs with jobs' invited to kiwi training session
A training course teaches dogs to avoid kiwis and their habitats.
Recycling centre expands services
Polystyrene, plasticised packaging and tyres can now be recycled.
Q&A: Paul Harris on life as The Village Snob
He talks decaf, bikes, small business and ideal dinner guests.
Whanganui photographs added to Unesco register
The William J. Harding collection is added to the Memory of the World register.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this weekend
Sun, warm temperatures, rain and wind are all set to hit Whanganui this weekend.
A real knockout: 15-year-old boxer wins national title in 39 seconds
A Whanganui student won gold at the national boxing championships for the second time.
Festival aims to bridge cultural gap
Marton's Multicultural Feast and Festival is on Saturday, October 12.
2023 Census: How does Whanganui measure up?
An overview of the latest 2023 census results for the Whanganui district.
More unsettled weather for Whanganui
Heavy rain, thunderstorms and wind are forecast.
Powerco apologises for leaving customers in the dark
The company put it down to an administrative error.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this weekend
Get your outdoor activities in early.
10 things for your kids to do in Whanganui these holidays
What are your favourite school holiday activities?
NZTrio concert set for newly renovated Sarjeant Gallery
NZTrio's final chapter of their 2024 series Triptych to hit the Sarjeant
Whanganui Council Climate Action Fund cut in half for 2024
Local sustainability projects can apply for their share of $50,000 in financial support.
Whanganui alcohol rules up for review
Whanganui Council is set to review alcohol sale policies and asks for residents' opinions.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this weekend
'If people have early-morning plans, make sure to rug up nice and warm.'
Residency and $15,000 to emerging ceramic artists
Winner looks forward to creating a work space that is not her kitchen table.
Spring showers to follow wild weekend weather
A bit of rain and wind is forecast for Whanganui this week.
Power hubs aim to build energy resilience
The concept was developed after outages caused by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Kāinga Ora reviewing 138 planned houses
Eleven of the city's housing projects are under the microscope.
‘Yours affectionately’: 167-year-old letter to go under the hammer
A letter from 1857, predating an official postal service, is being auctioned.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
A week of rain, winds and cold weather in store.
Book secures radical artist's 'rightful place' in history
Whanganui artist Edith Collier's legacy is being recognised with the release of a book.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this weekend
It will get brighter and drier as the wind changes.
'A risky work for a raw reality': Jillian Karl's new exhibition
'It’s a privilege to be doing what I do.'