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Comment: Mostly wrong, sometimes right - predictions for 2023
Mostly we get it wrong, but sometimes we call it.
Focus on Blomfield: Eruption paintings take centre-stage
The exhibition is timed to coincide with the 175th anniversary of the artist’s birth.
Eggs back in good supply on Whanganui shelves
Poultry farmers are under pressure and prices are going up.
Cricket administrators prepare busy second half of summer
New-look Cricket Whanganui staff have been able to take stock of first half of the season
How was 2022 for you?
Five Whanganui residents look back at 2022 and anticipate the year ahead.
One-of-a-kind sidecar goes off beaten track
'You've got to have a bit of luck and you’ve got to have good rubber.'
What's our weather for the New Year?
A fine start to the new year is forecast for Whanganui.
New Year Honours: QSM for Pātea's Hemi Ngarewa
Hemi Ngarewa has been honoured for services to the community and education.
Avocado tree's company
A wide range of avocado trees is available — not just the Hass and Reed varieties.
Person of the Year: Ricky Boniface is always there for others
“He can strike up a conversation with anybody.”
Chis Buckley's perfect weekend involves a quick day's work on the cricket field
He'll be hitting the winning runs at Victoria Park.
Pātea garden a treat for the senses
Olivia and Julian Shimmin have created spectacular garden rooms.
'Willy-nilly' recycling frustrates centre staff
What plastics are accepted: 'It’s one, two and five and that’s all they need to know.'
Niki Vernon: 'If you can help then you should'
Niki Vernon was nominated for her integrity and caring attitude
Major water network upgrades for Taumarunui
Water mains replacement is going well, the council says.
Thrills and spills at Whanganui jetsprint round
A big crowd enjoyed a thrilling day of racing.
Jamie Waugh remains a champion for Castlecliff and the community
Castlecliff has been a passion for well over 10 years.
Campaign to recruit bus drivers
Tranzit Coachlines will hold a careers event on January 14 at the Whanganui River Markets.
Two people in custody following firearm incident
A person was taken to Whanganui Hospital after an incident in Manuka St.
So far, so good at Whanganui beaches this holiday season
“It’s nice, but the waves are very powerful, they really toss you around."
Individuals star in challenging athletics season
There were highlights among the Covid-19 challenges this season.
Person of the Year runner-up Helen Craig's Whanganui passions
Helen Craig is passionate about arts and heritage.
Covid 19: Child under 10 among today's reported Covid deaths, 32,010 new cases last week
The update comes after Kiwis scattered the country to celebrate Christmas.
Upcycling centre getting upcycled
The Junction in New Plymouth will soon expand and sort through skips of commercial waste.
Suspicious fire on river walkway
Police have received a wilful damage report in relation to the incident.
Garden of urban delight
Sue Foskett has created a tranquil hideaway from a patch of weedy lawn.
'A lot of work by a lot of people': Council plan change gets over line
“This is the culmination of a lot of work by a lot of people.”
'Like the Black Sox on tour': expat Kiwi Perth softball team set to hit Whanganui
'It’s so we feel like we’re the Black Sox on tour'.
Holiday park visitors bask in sunshine
Whanganui holiday parks are busy with regulars and first-time visitors
Hazelhurst is all about community health
The GP led a team that planted around 4000 native trees at Hylton’s Pit.
Cemetery Circuit delivers thrills for fans and riders
Scorching sun ensured the atmosphere was as red-hot off the track as it was on it.
Cemetery Circuit roars back into life
"We’re here just for a good time, to see the bikes and spend time with family."