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'He is extra special': Baby James leaps into world early
Four babies were born at Whanganui Hospital on February 29.
Man charged with arson following Bell St fire
Emergency services were called just before 11pm on Saturday.
Climate outlook: Autumn in Whanganui set to bring average temperatures and strong winds
Whanganui will get off to a rough start on the weather front this week.
Number of head injuries at Whanganui Prison undocumented
“No one has ever asked them about it."
Preparation key to growing a good lawn
Gareth Carter explains how to sow and care for a lawn.
Status quo or room to grow? Airport's future being mapped out
Uncertainty over aeronautical fees remains an issue for airport users.
Comment: Walking a fine line
Nicky Rennie is living with her parents - it can be challenging for them all.
'Bled every cent': Mum secretly used $130k of relatives' money
Faith Fruean took advantage of the migrants, using their wages to live a bling lifestyle.
Multiple injuries in Whanganui crash
Four people have been taken to Whanganui Hospital and three others have minor injuries.
Somme Parade reopens as repairs near completion
Residents and businesses rejoce as busy road has been closed for four months.
Forced landing at Whanganui airport
Three appliances and a tanker from the Whanganui fire station were at the scene.
'Things are changing': Repair cafe looking for recruits
More than 20 repair cafes operate around the country.
Bates celebrates summer events in first General Debate speech
The Whanganui MP praised regional tourism efforts in speech to Parliament.
Whanganui mayor reflects on iwi relations since occupation
'I’m here to celebrate what [the protesters] did. That’s the difference.'
Letters: Kerbside recycling plans raise questions
Readers have their say on kerbside recycling, highways and the weather.
Whanganui newborn tips the scales
A Whanganui couple have welcomed a surprisingly big baby boy.
Te Aka Whai Ora's demise 'less than transparent', says health boss
'It doesn’t feel very transparent to me.'
'Majestic goat' leads son to missing dad
Brent Harrison was tramping in the Tararua Range when he got lost and confused.
The Lines Company told to clean its act up
Company told to do better after 'concerning' power outages.
Whanganui cricket: United and Marist closing in on semifinal spots
United will be hoping for an improved batting performance this weekend.
Ōhakune housing development scuppered with Kāinga Ora withdrawal
Ngāti Rangi says the decision is a major setback for the community.
Whanganui Youth Service regenerates to ‘Whatever’
'Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whatever you need.'
Cooks Gardens busy with school athletics events
School championships are part of the busy athletics season at Cooks.
'The safe house was full': Spike in crisis calls to Women’s Refuge
"Their focus is just staying alive and getting through the next day."
'It's a beautiful day': Hundreds gather for Pākaitore celebrations
“It’s a beautiful day; a positive day.”
Whanganui's Chase Morpeth qualifies for World Cup on the ice
Chase Morpeth completes long-track ice speed skating in Heerenveen, the Netherlands.
Bullocks get set to make low-carbon concrete
Bullocks to make low-carbon concrete.
Feilding flood survivor reflects on his 84 years
Feilding is marking the 150th anniversary of the establishment of Manchester Block.
'A great initiative': Core boards at Kowhai Park
More are planned for Lorenzdale Park in Gonville.
Dogs' skills on show at Wanganui Centre event
Raetihi Collie Club hosted the Wanganui Centre Championships dog trials.
Person in serious condition after being trapped in rolled vehicle
"There was one occupant trapped in the vehicle."
$6.7m parallel taxiway project could begin in July
Funding will be split between Whanganui District Council and central government.