Man completes Waikato River challenge fueled by kumara - survives getting lost
'I don’t know how you get lost on a one-way river.'
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Motorbike rider missing after Marton crash
The crash happened about 1am on State Highway 1 near Saunders Rd.
'She deserved better': Ariki Rigby was murdered for wearing Mongrel Mob T-shirt
Family say they will make a 'whole lot of noise' at sentencing of murderer Jimmy Heremaia.
‘Pretty fearless’: 16-year-old girl dominates NZ motocross circuit
Karaitiana Horne won three major motocross titles in 2024.
From protest to partnership: Pākaitore legacy 30 years on
Friday, February 28, marks the 30th anniversary since Whanganui Māori made their stand.
Ruapehu speed signs could cost council $132,000
Speed limits near Ruapehu urban schools will reduce to 30km/h by May 1.
Pilot injured after plane makes forced landing inland from Manawatū coast
The pilot activated a personal locator beacon about 12.50pm.
$30 greyhounds bet nets Auckland punter $776k windfall
Chef’s Mate had the longest odds, paying $13 in Race 8.
‘Desperate conditions’: Drought crisis hits Taranaki farmers
The Government is providing $30,000 to rural support groups in Taranaki.
‘Benefit us all’: ‘Historic’ partnership deal signed
Ngāti Hāua Iwi Trust and Ruapehu District Council have signed a confidential agreement.
‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on Taranaki
More than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.
Optometrist who helped transform schoolchildren’s vision retires
'If they don’t get that help, they’ll be stuck all through school.'
Athletics: Busy week of track of field
Whanganui's Cooks Gardens hosted six meetings over seven days.
Cabin fever returns: Family issued notice for building on front yard
'It’s a nice, aesthetically pleasing little unit and our garden is pretty immaculate too.'
Why Te Matatini 2025 is drawing record crowds
All tickets for the 2025 Te Matatini finals day are sold out.
Council to seek funding to honour Lake Alice unmarked graves
The Royal Commission identified at least 4000 unmarked graves, including in Rangitīkei.
Three becomes one: Multi-council water model likely
'At the moment, I think we're in good shape.'
Larger than life: Novel exhibition set to open
Jugs in New Zealand Painting is a solo exhibition by leading ceramicist Paul Maseyk.
‘Breakthrough for eruption forecasting’: NZ scientists' AI tool could help predict future blows
Could scientists one day forecast volcanic eruptions before they happen?
Whanganui Hospital’s record nursing intake reunites 50 years on
Several of the class of 1975 are still involved in the health sector.
Whanganui teen rugby star joins NSW Waratahs Women for Super Rugby season
The 19-year-old flanker has the Black Ferns in her sights.
‘Feel the magic’: Excitement builds as Te Matatini 2025 begins
Te Matatini 2025 kicks off at New Plymouth’s Bowl of Brooklands.
Historic pōwhiri kicks off biggest Te Matatini festival
The festival's opening ceremony included a new taonga gifting by the Rangi whānau.
Last stretch of metal road on NZ’s state highways finally sealed
Contractors finished 12km of tarseal through Tāngarākau Gorge on SH43.
Recycling park: Multimillion-dollar project being planned
Council delegates were 'blown away' by a visit to Toowoomba's 20ha centre last year.
‘Chaos to calm’: Smash therapy room supports Whanganui youth
Research shows that smash therapy can help reduce psychological distress.
Kevin Page: Our shopping trip turned into a forgotten-wallet fiasco
Mrs P left her wallet in a posh department store, losing all her cards.
‘A beautiful man’: Skating legend Gary Clark remembered
'Gary took care of everybody. You could rely on him.'
Section of Desert Road reopens early
The section of SH1 from Tūrangi to Rangipō can be used by 'light vehicles'.
Boat fire, underdog win as jetsprint season wraps up
Christchurch duo Simon and Sarah Gibbon were surprise winners in the final round.
Two people in serious condition after SH4 crash
The Parapara at Kakatahi is reported to be blocked after a two-vehicle crash.
Traffic detour: SH3 resurfacing to affect journeys near Bulls
Southbound traffic will use Makirikiri and Pukepapa Roads, adding five minutes.
‘It is creeping south’: Continuing hot, dry weather a concern for farmers
'A drought’s quite insidious. It sneaks up on you slowly.'
Dogs Yardley and Chuck to be honoured on Purple Poppy Day
Yardly and Chuck kept Kiwi soldiers safe in Afghanistan.