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Whanganui weather: What to expect as region heads into long weekend
Warm temperatures are forecast ahead of Wellington Anniversary weekend.
Ruapehu mayor warns detour delays could impact transport network
Desert Road closure adds 30-40 mins; mayor urges drivers to take care on detour.
Coastguard’s water safety drive heads to Whanganui
'We’re out there to make sure people come home safe – that’s our mission.'
Major North Island route closed for two months
Ground temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.
Rapid rise of disc golf ‘better than expected’
More than a year on, Darren Stephenson says disc golf is a success in Whanganui.
NCEA: ‘We’re going to have to stick with the beast’
Most Whanganui schools will offer NCEA Level 1 this year despite a nationwide shift.
Long-standing Whanganui organisation revived and thriving
Friends of the Whanganui River's financial position is on the up after some lean years.
Rooted in history: Family garden gains national recognition
A childhood home has been transformed into a nationally recognised garden of significance.
‘Very disappointing’: Vandalism forces removal of community artwork
The Castlecliff artwork commissioned in 2020 has had to be taken down.
One dead after truck hits pedestrian in Whanganui
Emergency services went to SH3, near Blueskin Rd in Westmere, about 10.15am today.
Gareth Carter: Why the pōhutukawa is perfect for NZ gardens
OPINION: Pōhutukawa trees offer vibrant displays with crimson flowers in summer.
I’m new to this: Learning the art of making gin
Olivia Reid explores gin-making, blending spices and fruits at Papaiti Gin.
Sellers market? Property prices rise higher than national average
Every Whanganui suburb had an average property price increase in 2024.
Coleys ‘hungry’ for success at World Jetsprint Championship
The couple are set to take on competitors from the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
‘Collaboration rather than competition’ for new event
New summer event created by a 'Co-Lab' of local businesses hits Whanganui's riverside.
How to keep kids busy over Whanganui’s summer holidays
There's something for everyone in Whanganui this summer.
‘Bach won’: Nicholas Forbes on his lifelong passion for music
Conductor Nicholas Forbes leads NZ Opera School, replacing Michael Vinten this year.
Serious injuries after SH4 motorcycle crash
A person was airlifted to hospital after the crash north of Whanganui.
‘Insidious, slow creep’: Temperatures ticking up
Eight of New Zealand’s 10 warmest years have occurred since 2013.
Review: Stellar performances at opera school recital
Former student Filipe Manu thrilled the audience with a surprise performance.
Fire under bridge ‘lit by homeless person’
Fire crews extinguished a small blaze under Feilding's Oroua River Bridge.
'I want to know he’s okay': Sister of man missing three weeks speaks out
His sister said the last contact was Jarrad calling their father on December 18.
Slow start to season at Whanganui East Pool
There were 459 admissions from December 18 to January 7.
‘No such thing as overnight success’: Opera path demands dedication
World-acclaimed vocal tutors on the realities of becoming a leading opera singer.
From police to Fifo: Hāwera family finds financial success in Oz
The family of five are in a far better financial position than they were in NZ.
The tide’s turning: How Wild Chix aims to break barriers
Wild Chix aims to give women the confidence to excel in male-dominated fields.
Whanganui athletics boosted by resurfaced Cooks Gardens track
The track work was completed early and it is ready for a busy athletics season.
Central North Island iwi elect first post-settlement board
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua trustees will manage $28.5m in Treaty settlement assets.
SPCA event aims to curb parvovirus spread
'If we can prevent them from getting sick, that’s the aim of the game.'
Police name child, adult killed in SH1 crash
A 2-year-old and 38-year-old from Auckland died in a crash at Mangaweka.
Japanese musician’s surprise internship at NZ Opera School
'This is very different and so, so lucky for me.'
Clone wars: The new age of online scamming
'There are a million and one different tricks compared to where we were a few years ago.'