Auckland at orange: What you can (and can't) do
All regions currently at red – except for Northland - will move to orange on December 30.
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Air Chathams back flying between Whanganui and Auckland
Air Chathams has not been able to offer its passenger service to Auckland for 110 days
New editor for Whanganui Chronicle
Zaryd Wilson has been appointed editor of the Chronicle.
Live: 101 Covid cases as Cabinet meets to decide Xmas traffic light settings
Today is Cabinet's last chance to change traffic light settings until January 17.
No locations of interest after Ruapehu Covid-19 case
The case was discovered on Wednesday in the town of Taumarunui.
Whanganui aged care worker calls for safe staffing
The worker hopes a petition to the Government will lead to enforced staff levels.
Comment: Quiet life in NZ after living in major world city
New Zealand is not big enough for a "world city", writes Rob Rattenbury.
Monarch butterflies find home in Whanganui garden
In 30 years, Margaret Innes hadn't seen so many monarchs in her garden.
Whānau memories flood back in exhibition
An exhibition includes a special item for a Whanganui Regional Museum staff member.
New police dog team 'best buds'
Constable Joel Martin and Alfa are now part of the Whanganui dog squad.
The Monday Q&A with Anna Chandulal
The former Commerce Commission investigator turned ballet teacher shares some insights.
Comment: Kittens are cute but will our cat stand for it?
Our cat was the one asleep at the back of her cage at the shelter.
Covid update: 103 new community cases ahead of traffic light review
There are 61 Covid patients in hospital, including three in HDU or ICU.
More rain on the way for Whanganui
"We've got a trough that is moving very slowly over the North Island at the moment."
Why Whanganui walkers get on the move
Stress relief, social contact, or thinking time - walking has a range of benefits.
Coming down - only 63 new cases as Aucklanders prepare to leave city
Aucklanders will be rushing out of the city this week for the first time in four months.
Shapeshifter: 'The energy is the best it's ever been'
It's the recipe for a summer party - Shapeshifter gear up for festival season.
Dawn Picken: This is weird - leaving NZ in the Covid age
I flip out before any trip, but pandemic travel has multiplied my freak factor.
Vaccination passes required on Whanganui Journey
The Covid situation means extra safety consideration is needed on backcountry trips.
Football: Athletic appoint long-time captain as player/coach
It will be an adjustment, but Matt Calvert is looking forward to the challenge ahead.
Cricket: Ben Smith returns for penultimate game
Smith, who has been on paternity leave, will join the side to play Wairarapa.
New Masters Games manager announced for 2023
Heather Cox will travel to the 2022 Games in Dunedin to get an insight into the event.
Kids take home 'kai surprise' from Keith St School
Kai Hub and KidsCan have provided food for families of the school.
Scene of the crime: A combined 75 years in forensics
Mike Smith and Neville Davidson are looking forward to "doing nothing" for a while.
Gardening: All you need to know about growing avocado trees in Whanganui
Now is the best time of year to plant an avocado tree in Whanganui.
Students making most of free trades training
Close to 1000 students at UCOL have taken up free trades training.
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts 'more than just a business'
RAL shareholders will be asked to change its constitution but some feel it's unnecessary.
Local Focus: Paying it forward at the Citadel
Citadel's 'Pay it Forward' charity Christmas present drive is well underway.
Local Focus: Golf, masochism and property development
Border restrictions means more people playing golf locally but clubs are struggling
Historic etchings one of 720 lots at art auction
Henry Newrick has got his hands full this week.
Top Towns: Whanganui just 325 doses away from 90 per cent
Another 325 vaccinations are needed for Whanganui to hit 90 per cent first dose.
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Friday 10th December Wrap
New Zealand recorded another set of daily case numbers under 100 today as health officials praise the county’s downward trend as 'hugely encouraging.' Video / Jed Bradley / Michael Craig / Alex Burton / Dean Purcell
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Your guide to activities, rest and relaxation this weekend.