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Mother-of-two accepts Gixxer Suzuki racing challenge
Debbie Tapper, 46, takes on the Gixxer class
Soldiers' first-hand account of world wars
Two soldiers' accounts of their wars and the part they played.
Minimising waste over Christmas
Here's some ideas for Christmas gifts that won't stretch the environment.
Test your knowledge of Whanganui street names
How well do you know Whanganui’s streets?
Double-hit on lambshearing world record
Reuben Alabaster's world record attempt is on Tuesday, December 20.
Blue Plaque for old fire station
Heritage Trust bestows Blue Plaque on 1921 fire station
Early childhood centres struggle with funding and regulations
'It’s what you love but you just can’t do it without the right funding.'
Museum Notebook: A sweet gift for Christmas
Chocolate is a classic Christmas gift.
Ruapehu community stalwarts receive awards
The awards celebrate dedication to supporting Ruapehu communities.
Rob Rattenbury: Media vital for healthy democracy
"The media has a responsibility to keep our politicians and other public figures honest."
Weather: Raindrops keep falling on our heads
A low-pressure system is bringing warm and showery weather to Whanganui.
Enviroschools secure funding for 2023 projects
Horizons has made 24 grants to Enviroschools for 2023.
Whanganui East Pool back with a splash next month
The pool opens to the public on January 9.
Taranaki kaimoana ban given legal teeth
There's a request to extend the ban along the coastline to Hāwera.
Big field for West Coast Stockcars racing
An old-school Palmerston North versus Stratford versus Whanganui contest is expected.
An unrestricted summer is out of the starting blocks
"If Covid pops up, everyone will deal with it as they need to.”
Jetsprinters line up for fast and furious racing
Several Whanganui teams will be battling it out in the third round.
Gardening: Christmas gift ideas for the gardener in your life
From bonsai to indoor plants and seeds, there's plenty of choices of gifts for gardeners
Rhythm of the Rangitīkei a labour of love
A CD of original music by Rangitīkei musicians will raise funds for St John.
The zest is served best with 'a bit of grit'
Isaac Chamberlain's latest project replaces funk with guitars.
Lake Alice water tower back up for sale
The tower was last sold in 2017 for about $120,000.
29th edition of the NZ School of Opera to get visit of London vocal coaches
'Our young singers are marvellous and the Whanganui community backs them to the hilt.'
My perfect Whanganui weekend: Grace Hessell
There's a bit of "weeding admin" to take care of as well.
Letters: Actors and dancers delight readers
Readers have their say about some bright performers on stage
Jay Rerekura: Less corporate festive season and more ‘Piki Raumati’
"The grass grows, the fruit grows riper. The puku grows wider."
Covid art initiative stretches from three weeks to three years
Whanganui businessman Carl Bates has 'cleared the decks' for 2023.
Flood protection sparks $8.65m spend
A new high voltage switchroom is being built off the ground.
Emergency work this weekend to clear boat ramp of sediment
Ramp cleanup will ensure reliable access to river for Whanganui Coastguard and boaties.
Nine-year-old’s art brought to life in Waverley
Unveiling of girl's artwork coincides with opening of swimming pool for summer season.
Whanganui welcomes expansion of Green List
It's hoped the change will address staff shortages in health, education and construction.