Marton fatal rail crash: Permit costs 'prohibitive'
Contractors hadn't applied to be there because the permit cost too much.
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Letters: Thanks for supporting a great Vintage Weekend
Readers have their say on Vintage Weekend and facts.
Amplify grants help out local businesses
Successful applicants received up to $4000 each.
Whanganui swimmers advised to take care after rainfall
Swimmers were reminded to look out for both seen and unseen hazards.
Air Chathams escapes worst of Auckland Airport flooding
“Everything has been back on track since then."
Storm 'expected to reverse direction'; Fresh heavy rain watches isssued
Heavy rain warnings for Auckland, Coromandel, Northland and Bay of Plenty.
Eden Park oval flooded; slip onto home injures three, person critical
Heavy rain warnings for Auckland, Coromandel, Northland and Bay of Plenty.
Live: 'It's a bit scary': Rainmaker chaos - Auckland motorways, homes flooded; Huge slips close Tamaki Dr, roads
Heavy rain warnings for Auckland, Coromandel, Northland and Bay of Plenty
School costs leave parents turning to social services
“It’s not fun for people to have to try to meet all these costs."
Greyhound racing returning to Whanganui
Racing could recommence in early March following three weeks of trials.
Hilltop villa the perfect spot for new ECE centre
“With the help of a lot of good people, we got it done.”
Whanganui speed skaters shine at nationals
Whanganui skaters won medals galore at the national champs.
Renowned jazz drummer coming back to Whanganui
'I just love hanging out with the townsfolk and getting the party going.'
Live: 'It's a bit scary': Rainmaker hits - state highways closed north of Auckland, resident tells of water at doorway
Auckland has experienced record rainfall and more is on the way.
Police call for witnesses to Okoia crash
Police are seeking a red 1997 Nissan Maxima after a crash on Monday.
Grand Chateau Tongariro to close permanently on February 5
Seismic assessment found that the hotel infrastructure no longer met safety standards.
Live: Northland declares state of emergency; severe weather warnings in place; over 100 homes red-stickered
Auckland has experienced record rainfall and more is on the way.
Local Focus: Is pay the reason for hospo staffing shortages?
Differing opinions on hospo pay rates and whether training is needed to wait tables.
Whanganui Musicians Club kicks off new year this Friday
Mark Lockett Quartet to play on Friday, February 3.
Community Education a valuable service
Community Education Whanganui geared for new year.
Kevin Page: Time for an eye test
Kevin Page gets distracted by ripped jeans when he should be spring cleaning.
Anyone got 20 free hectares for the Whanganui A&P Show?
“I was gobsmacked by how many people turned up, and by how big that community is."
Contractors called to register interest in Te Pūwaha construction
Invitations to participate in the process will close on February 20.
Tylee residency provides 'gift of freedom'
A free public event will be held at Tylee Cottage on February 11.
Outfit of the Month: An exotic example of 1980s sophistication
Whanganui Regional Museum's Outfit of the Month is a 1980s Nigerian kaftan.
Disco takes the floor at exhibition
Contemporary exhibition celebrates disco and the dancer.
Whanganui District quiz
Take this quiz and see how well you know the Whanganui District!
White roofs helping tackle climate change
A light-coloured roof helps reduce global warming.
Offer help and accept help offered
Care for others, but remember to look after yourself.
Bookish bunch reveal their summer reads
What has the LitFest committee been reading lately?
The Merry Wives of Windsor coming to Bason Botanic Gardens
Dr Caius links Shakespeare with Whanganui.