Latest news from Whanganui
New Whanganui pharmacy owner’s journey from Nigeria to the river city
In 2015, pharmacy owner Shope Olawoyin began thinking about leaving Nigeria.
Pest trap library to span across Rangitīkei rivers
The collective received $15,400 as part of the Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant
'Total write-off': Fire guts Whanganui home
'I've just got to get up, keep functioning and roll with these punches.'
Rubbish invasion: Council dealing with dumping from Raetihi
Clearing up the Te Hue Rd site takes a five-person team four hours each week.
Whanganui’s Youth MP focuses on culture, mental health, education
Whanganui’s 2025 Youth MP is Taiko Edwards-Haruru, a Year 13 student.
'It can be heavy-handed': Police pull back from mental health callouts
'Really, there needs to be some involvement from everybody.'
Opinion: Why autumn is perfect for planting colourful gardens
OPINION: Pansies thrive in cooler seasons but dislike hot summer sun.
Fifth-generation descendant on quest to restore damaged grave
John and Mary Toms came to New Zealand in 1855 in search of a new life.
Council 'alarmed' by concrete corrosion at wastewater plant
'It’s a new asset, and we’re doing maintenance work on it already.'
Community mourns loss of Waitotara Hotel after fire
The hotel's licensee was left with only the clothes on his back and his little kitten.
'Pretty much destroyed': Investigation opened into South Taranaki blaze
A fire investigator will return to the scene this morning
Folklore-inspired sculpture honours trust founder
The sculpture will be unveiled on Sunday at Rotokawau Virginia Lake.
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.
‘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.
'Explosive': Chemical spill led to daycare evacuation, bomb squad call
A daycare centre next to Whanganui Hospital was evacuated.
'A difficult process': Bremworth cuts 15 staff from Whanganui plant
'There was a lot of anxiety and stress waiting for that confirmation.'
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.
Pattillo Whanganui Arts Review returns after two-year hiatus
The top prize is $7000 and a solo exhibition at the Sarjeant Gallery.
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.