National parks shakeup reignites protection v use debate
Proposed changes divide opinion
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Platinum Homes goes to next level of bikes sponsorship
Sponsor steps up at Cemetery Circuit
Underhand character Underwood adds air of mystery
Richard Hamblett plays Underwood at Rep's The Lady in the Van
Intimate concert of duets inspired by the ocean
Winter Wonderfest concert at Duncan Pavilion
How will proposed water bottling plant affect Te Awa Tupua?
The plant applicant plans to extract 312,000 litres a day from the artesian bore.
Indigenous biodiversity grants awarded
The grants were awarded to 11 projects across Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu.
Glenda Brown seeks election to Whanganui District Council
The Whanganui businesswoman believes it is important community work.
Kevin Page: What goes around comes around
She returned with a familiar-looking item of clothing which she hands to Mrs P.
Selling your art to top auction houses made easier
Selling your art in Auckland without leaving Whanganui
Prolific author a champion of picture books
Donovan Bixley's work on show at Lockett Gallery
Cattle beast euthanised after escaping in Castlecliff
Police said the stock escaped around 2.20pm on Monday.
Athletic celebrate with 7-1 win
Team trophy to Athletic after Massey gets a drubbing.
High volume adventure this Friday with MDK
Bands playing steampunk-inspired theme night at Frank Bar in Whanganui this Friday.
44 new Covid-19 cases in Whanganui
The Ministry of Health also reported 13 people were in Whanganui Hospital with Covid-19.
Masters students face Dragons in City of Design think-tank
The students faced panels of judges in a Dragons' Den-style challenge.
Omicron outbreak: Child among 13 Covid-related deaths, 4006 new cases today
Expert predicts thousands of infections each day for the foreseeable future.
Candidates reminded to get nominations in for local body elections
Nominations close at noon on Friday, August 12.
Plenty of activities still to run
7th annual Winter Wonderfest inspires and entertains.
Call out for Volunteer Whanganui helpers
Volunteers needed urgently for jobs ranging from visiting the elderly to gardeners.
Fund supports delivery of sport to young people
Funding available for tamariki and rangatahi to get active in the Whanganui region.
Why Whanganui port revamp is over budget – but could still save on costs in the end
The Te Pūwaha partners plan to publish an update on their work programmes this week.
Weather week of two halves expected
The weather in the region is expected to be calm as a high-pressure ridge develops.
Pre-season win for Whanganui rep side
The side's first win over Saracens since 2019 was a relief ahead of the Heartland season.
International visitors to boost economy
The full reopening of New Zealand's borders has been welcomed by Whanganui leaders.
Under-20s on track to claim Heartland series title
The Whanganui side had a big win over Wairarapa Bush on Saturday.
Rangitīkei council part of Ombudsman's investigation
The Chief Ombudsman is concerned councils are using workshops to avoid public scrutiny.
Whanganui port work preparations progress
The port project manager says the council's work is more than halfway complete.
Chandulal-Mackay seeks another term on Whanganui council
Josh Chandulal-Mackay has served two terms on the Whanganui District Council.
Rob Rattenbury: We need to be careful about language
It can be wrong to label someone an "ist" or a "phobe" if they disagree with your views.
Museum Notebook: Rabbit hair coat brings 1930s glamour
The majestic shawl collar makes it look like it belonged to a film star.