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Lifeguard tower is tops for Whanganui lifeguards
Wanganui Surf Lifeguard Service gets a portable lifeguard tower for Christmas.
Seen at Whanganui’s Christmas Parade
Successful Christmas Parade passes through Victoria Avenue in Whanganui.
Amdram performs ‘The Mousetrap’ - in Whanganui for the first time
The dress rehearsal for Agatha Christie’s classic play was flawless.
Art by the River opens with a panache
Whanganui’s newest art gallery opened in style on Friday.
Plumber Dan Duck Race ticks off ninth year in Whanganui
All proceeds from ticket sales over the years go to community services agency Jigsaw.
Vintage Weekend visitors spoilt for choice
Over 30 vintage-themed events and attractions during Vintage Weekend.
Three years in the making, Little Ruru album release soon
Little Ruru the album, will be released on December 8, across digital platforms.
Too much and too little rain: Fundraiser to solve two water dilemmas
Solving opposite water problems.
Whanganui teams at NZ’s biggest functional fitness event
Whanganui gym “Primal HQ” had four teams entered in NZ’s biggest functional fitness event
'Jewel in the Crown' Sarjeant Gallery reopening historic occasion for Whanganui
'Today we also open the doors wide to the world.'
Book review: Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery A Whanganui biography
Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery A Whanganui biography
Heritage parade marks Whanganui’s centennial city status
The Whanganui Heritage Festival was an outstanding success.
Whanganui's Michelle Low makes world cup hockey team for New Zealand
Michelle Low has been selected to represent New Zealand in the world cup in Auckland.
‘Our Stories’ exhibition reflects Whanganui’s contribution to life, culture and arts
Exhibition of milestone in history – 100 years since Whanganui was declared a city
Seen at Whanganui’s Diwali celebrations
A selection of photos by Karina Hunt from the Diwali celebrations at War Memorial Hall.
Still returning serves in Whanganui after 80 years
Aramoho Table Tennis Club is now at Spriggens Park.
Morris Dancing in Whanganui - Q & A
Aaron Bosch from Phoenix Morris Dancers in New Plymouth explains the tradition.
International scholarship added to awards at UCOL
International scholarship added to awards at Whanagnui UCOL
Oliver! proves a glorious hit with audience
Oliver! production amazes the audience in Amdram's 150th year.
Coffee group for Cerebal Palsy in Whanganui
Coffee group meeting for Cerebral Palsy in Whanganui.
U13 Hockey Festival brings positive vibes to Whanganui over three days
Hockey Wanganui hosted 25 rep teams for lower North Island Under 13′s Hockey
Great exhibitions on at camera club
Framed photographic print exhibitions in the Community Arts Centre.
Have A Go – cycling caters for all comers in Whanganui
Have a go – three days of cycling events from this weekend.
‘Magnificent’ strawberries from Whanganui exported to Vietnam
Windermere Berry Farm opens its cafe on October 14 and is looking for export markets.
Fitzgerald brothers reign at Totalspan awards
Whanganui's Fitzgerald brothers dominate Totalspan building awards
Highest-ranking black belt white stripe in NZ for child in Red Boat Kung-fu Wanganui
Three other students also ranked.
Foodbank drive for Whanganui community
The annual foodbank drive proudly organised by the Rotary Club of Whanganui North.
Royal Enfield tribute ride to Bushy Park
Whanganui Royal Enfield Riders Club rode to Bushy Park as a tribute to Daniel Cochrane.
Launching of National Royal Enfield Riders Club
The Royal Enfield Riders Club of New Zealand was officially launched in Whanganui
Hypnotherapist stepping up in Victoria Ave
Hypnotherapist Azian Zulkifi has just moved to Victoria Ave
Bartlett dominates Strada Road Series race
The Whanganui Cycling Club Strada 5 Road Series is proving quite popular.
Open day to celebrate Hakeke Street Community Centre's expansion
Hakeke Street Community Centre and Love and Learn Childcare Community Open Day
Art group celebrates its success.
A year ago, Lynne Walker started Art Over East with her friend Dora Baker.
Happy 15th birthday, Gonville Library
'Community is such a beautiful word – it’s got unity in it, that’s why we do it.'
Feral animals are costing farmers a fortune - survey
Feral goats, pigs, deer and other wild animals are costing farmers at least $13m a year.
Pipe dream closer as plumber takes out regional top spot
Young Plumber of the Year national final next for Whanganui's Louis Devine.
School honours teacher aide's 25 years of service
St Marcellin School hails 'excellent teacher aide, staff member and colleague'.
Elevator tunnel party takes experience to ‘next level’
Special events celebrate the 105th birthday of Whanganui’s Durie Hill Elevator.
Missing AED replaced through generosity of Whanganui Coastguard
Whanganui Coastguard has stepped up to replace a stolen AED at Unichem in Springvale.
Triumph motorcycle owners fly the British flag in Whanganui
Triumph motorcycle owners in Whanganui are well-catered for.
Whanganui church to mark 150 years
Westmere Presbyterian Memorial Church preparing to celebrate its 150th birthday.
Kaitoke School's new bus gets big tick from students
Kaitoke School’s new bus has been a work in progress for the past six years.
Bolivia proves winning hand for Wanganui Women's Club
Card games among the activities that bring members together.
Newton smashes New Zealand U16 record for indoor rowing marathon
The Whanganui teen made his mark in fine style and there's more to come, his coach says.
Proposal to sell Club Metro premises in Whanganui
Club Metro to explore the potential sale of the club property in Whanganui
Whanganui’s 55th Coin and Stamp Fair a must-see
Rare coins, stamps and collectables are on the radar.
Amazing development for junior squash players in Whanganui
Youngsters try their hand at squash.
Indoor rowing and biking: Fundraiser will see attempt at marathon record
Teenagers Jake Newton and William Herd will be erging at Aramoho Whanganui Rowing Club.
Spin-in open day in Whanganui features scarf competition
Creative Fibre Whanganui is holding its biennial Spin-in and Open Day.
Whanganui Volunteer of the Month - Janet Wakeling
She is known affectionately as 'The Jar Queen'.
Road cycling series returns to Whanganui
Whanganui Cycling Club has begun its first road racing series since the Covid pandemic.
Teen paddler at world canoe sprint in Bulgaria
Angus Sewell is competing in the world junior U18 canoe sprint racing regatta in Bulgaria.
Whanganui launch for new Himalayan 450 Royal Enfield
The Himalayan 450 Royal Enfield will be launched in Whanganui.
World Coastal Rowing Champs - here we come
NZ Coastal Beach Sprint Team selection for Jake Newton.
The Bitches’ Box entertainment for rural community
The Bitches’ Box’s fourth live show.
Opening Āta Whakarongo exhibition in Whanganui
Opening Āta Whakarongo exhibition in Whanganui
Pūanga at Carlton School dedicated to cultural diversity
Pūanga celebration at Carlton School is dedicated to our cultural diversity
Cycling in as new school bike track opens for keen riders at Castlecliff School
Castlecliff Schooll bike track completed
Whanganui furniture maker ‘victim of own success’
Family firm Willgraeme stands by its ethos of quality first.
Whanganui Secondary Schools Cross Country event draws seven schools
Whanganui Secondary Schools Cross Country event was held at Dudding Lake
Whanganui schools compete in chamber music competition
Annual schools chamber music contest held
‘Crowning of Mary’ at St Anthony’s School, Whanganui
'We crown Mary to honour her because she is the mother of Jesus.'
Whanganui Volunteer of the Month meeting the needs of others
Azian Zulkifli is volunteer of the month
Inspired by Captain Tom: 99-year-old fundraising for three charities educated at Whanganui Collegiate
Whanganui Collegiate Old Boy to walk 100km for fundraising.
Chivalry falls on community-minded senior in Whanganui
Whanganui man Arch Roebuck didn't have to pay for his shopping at Countdown last Friday.
Whanganui community streetscapes party amazing
The new streetscapes on Guyton Street and St Hill Street were celebrated
Carl Bates MP impressed at Whanganui Creative Space
Visiting Whanganui Creative Space studio on Monday, May 20, was Whanganui MP Carl Bates.
How a Mangamahu farmer changed the sheep farming equation
Sheep farming is now less work and less expensive with esheep
Reading nook for Whanganui Plunket Hub space
A Māori carving has been hand-crafted and donated by members from the Men’s Shed.
Morgan sports cars to gather in Whanganui
The Morgan Sports Car Club will be in Whanganui next weekend.
Lifeguard school great experience for Whanganui lifeguards
Lifeguards from Wanganui Surf Life Guard Service attended Lifeguard School
Joining Neighbourhood Support in Whanganui important for security
“It’s about keeping people safe and informed."
Whanganui's Lanterns on the Awa to be held this Saturday
A cultural extravaganza, Lanterns on the Awa will be held in Whanganui this week.
Repair Café Whanganui’s official opening
Repair Café Whanganui’s official opening is this coming Saturday.
Autumn Flower Show on in Whanganui
Wanganui Chrysanthemum Club members show off their blooms
Castlecliff Library books 5th-birthday bash
Military author guest speaker at Castlecliff Library's birthday celebration.
Royal Enfield riders from around the North Island join Whanganui owners
Royal Enfield is the world’s oldest motorcycle brand
Volunteer of the Month donates more than time
Blood donor nurse Jasmine Fore 'an absolute pleasure to deal with'.