Helen Craig named deputy mayor at swearing-in
For the first time, the swearing-in ceremony was held at Pūtiki Marae.
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Ruapehu mayor aims for collective decisions
Weston Kirton says challenging times are ahead for the council.
Kāinga Ora proposes building 158 homes
Kāinga Ora is also holding community sessions this week about the proposed plans.
Whanganui entrepreneurs awarded kickstarter grant
The two businesses are a sewing workshop and a holistic centre.
Athletics: Memories of Dame Valerie Adams' early career exploits
The Dame Valerie Adams film shows her success was not just about talent and physique.
Upokongaro jetty to get refresh; closed until December
Damaged sprung piles at the loading end of the jetty need replacing.
Horizons chair and deputy chair chosen for the next term
Whanganui councillors went different ways on their vote for the chair and deputy chair.
Lincoln Paul: Volunteer of the Month
Lincoln says they work as a team at Bushy Park Tarapuruhi
680 people enjoyed a taste of Indian culture
Diwali team fed hundreds at Diwali event
Council to be sworn in, deputy revealed
"I know there are some really gnarly and challenging issues ahead of us."
Horizons to decide chair for next three years
Cotton said he will not be applying for chair of the catchment committee this term.
Whanganui strikes gold at Judo champs
"Everyone there is trying to smash you into the mat. There's no other way of putting it."
Long-time councillor lauds Three Waters in maiden MP address
Soraya Peke-Mason's swearing-in has allowed NZ to join an exclusive group of countries.
Covid weekly update: 16,399 new cases, 41 deaths
Subvariants BQ.1.1 and XBB have been detected in New Zealand.
Hunter's highway u-turn results in death of motorcyclist
Clayton Hammond will pay $2500 emotional harm reparation to Brett McNaught's family.
Vintage vehicle parade a hit for Whanganui
Over 60 vehicles took part in Whanganui Heritage Month's first vehicle parade on Saturday.
Openness urged in bid to break sexual abuse cycle
A support walk was held on Sunday to raise awareness of sexual abuse victims.
Q&A: Oceanview Family Speedway president Daryn Smith
He said New Zealand was the only place still allowing full contact in speedway racing.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
Whanganui residents can expect temperatures above 20C from Wednesday onwards.
Comment: A high-vis vest can come in handy - especially when dealing with toerags
Kevin Page learns that a high-vis vest can be useful in unexpected ways.
Oceanview marks 50th with huge weekend of racing
The weather played its part over two days of racing
Sarjeant Happenings: Letters spark journey into Edith Collier's world
The material will be part of an exhibition when the gallery on Queens Park reopens.
Hospice Whanganui partners with Mitre 10 Mega in fundraiser
Ladies Night creates Hospice donation
Loose parts play inspires tamariki
Loose parts play gets results around the region.
Fest of Cultural Unity returns to Majestic Square this Saturday!
Cultures show diversity in local festival
Shakespeare still very relevant
Local young actors also aspire to the Shakespearean stage.
Popular musicians to perform at city bar
'Musical joy' on stage at Porridge Watsons on Sunday
Heritage Parade draws big crowds
Four-in-hand carriage leads Heritage Parade before a big crowd.