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Velodrome roof a missed opportunity
'I believe it’s taken away community use,' contractor Pete Jacques says.
Local government review: Whanganui, Rangitīkei mayors react
The report was two years in the making.
Whanganui Coastguard looks for new recruits from an unexpected place
"We’re basically full-time employees but we don’t get paid.”
Whanganui artist buys historic church
Sue Cooke previously owned a church north of Dunedin in the 1980's.
'Hopelessly insolvent' Ruapehu Alpine Lifts officially put into liquidation
Operator of the Tūroa and Whakapapa ski fields officially put into liquidation.
RAL goes into liquidation
The High Court has appointed PWC's John Fisk and Richard Nacey as liquidators
Trans students: How schools should handle pronouns and names
A teacher was struck off after refusing to use a trans student's chosen name and pronouns.
Attempted burglary at Whanganui jewellers
There has been a spate of burglaries on Victoria Ave over the past few months.
The current Outfit of the Month at Whanganui Regional Museum dates from the mid to late 1860s.
Current Outfit of the Month at Whanganui Regional Museum dates from the mid to late 1860s.
Masters Games a success but accommodation a sticking point
There were 4232 registrations in the 2023 event and the largest age group was 50-54.
'We've come a long way': 50 years of Women's Refuge
“We’ve come a long way in terms of how we talk about family violence in this country.”
Whanganui observatory to host talk on indigenous astrology
The couple pioneered a field looking at the astronomy of indigenous people over time.
Health Bus moving on from Covid-19
It is starting to be used for what it was intended.
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts goes into liquidation
Ruapehu District Mayor Weston Kirton says it's disappointing and creates uncertainty.
Architect sought for Raetihi Community Hub
A "compelling and contemporary" design is envisaged for the new community hub.
Illuminating experience for Whanganui kids
The show is for children under 7 years old.
'Exploited a vulnerable student': Ruapehu teacher struck off after sex with student
A school caretaker found the pair in a classroom close to one another.
Comment: Nothing stranger than old mates
Kevin Page and a case of mistaken identity
Whanganui Riverbank parkrun's pyjama-powered anniversary
Flannel pyjamas, onesies and dressing gowns are the order of the day.
Fundraiser for comedian raises thousands
“It was my peripheral vision, then it was my leg, then it was my leg again."
Covid spread 'decreasing' in Whanganui
"If you are experiencing breathing difficulties you should seek medical advice.”
Whanganui man in Wellington Hospital after assault
Police have asked members of the public for information concerning the assault.
Actor enjoying rehearsals for ‘The Lion in Winter'
Whanganui actor Russell Penton is enjoying rehearsals for "The Lion in Winter".
Climate action cannot be left to the market alone
Opinion: Climate change denial has diminished in much of the world.
Rugby: Merv leaves behind enduring legacy
The 79-year-old life member of the club joined Kaierau 50 years ago.
Sport Whanganui is pleased to support Volunteer Week
'You can make great connections, learn new skills, and find lifelong friends ...'
Water allocation up for review
The changes will prioritise the health and wellbeing of water bodies.
Club rugby: Whanganui semifinals take shape
Taihape hosted Marist at Memorial Park
New booth just the ticket for Cooks Gardens
The previous booth was removed two years ago after it was vandalised.
Rob Rattenbury: Cemeteries are places between now and then
COMMENT: There's a lot to be learned about life from cemeteries.
Volunteer Week NZ: The team behind the Koha Shed
The group of 18 volunteers are constantly busy providing for the community.
Truffle hunt to be held in Kowhai Park
The event is open to any registered dog owner with no prior experience needed.