Politics is about service and empathy, new MP says
Rangitīkei people are modest and humble and it’s about “we, not me”.
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Whanganui Crown solicitor appointed High Court Judge
Michele Wilkinson-Smith has been Crown solicitor for Whanganui since 2016.
Wind disappears 'miraculously' before Cooks Classic mile
Before the meet, it was 'looking like a disaster'.
Winds of change blowing through Whanganui
'The Whanganui coastline is more south-facing than a lot of people realise.'
Beamish shatters NZ record and secures second Olympic entry standard
Beamish has smashed the NZ 5000m record and dipped below the Olympic Entry Standard mark.
Frazzled: A first time parent’s guide to baby sleep
As if by some terrible black magic, the cot seemed to be our son’s most hated place.
'A lesson in humility and respect': Wrestling feud coming to a head next month
'If you want to get the job done right, you have to do it yourself.'
Care for your garden this summer
Gareth Carter advises on the best time to water and how to grow your own cuttings.
Atene Skyline Track offers challenge
Atene Skyline Track, a 6-8 hour round trip covering some 16km
Vintage jets, triple flying formation among Wanganui Aero Club Open Day highlights
The attendance of more than 3000 people made the open day a big Vintage Weekend success.
River discovery hailed a conservation success
“Extremely rewarding" fish find suggests good water quality in river catchment.
'Rain sandwich' on the menu for Whanganui
Daytime highs will remain above average.
Man flown to hospital after falling 30m down cliff
A helicopter had to winch the patient out.
New exhibition coming to Lysaght Watt Gallery
Rosalind Fitz Patrick specialises in fused glass artwork.
'As much haggis as they like': Packed schedule for 159th Turakina Highland Games
Fifteen clans will attend the Turakina Highland Games this weekend.
Is your child falling behind at school or can they just not see properly?
"It’s extremely important to be outside in the daylight."
Oceanview set to reignite
The Flat Track Challenge will be a highlight of Saturday's racing in Whanganui.
'Tough, knuckle-down season' for farmers
“Every time a lamb leaves the farm it takes dollars with it."
Late-summer Whanganui calendar is chock full of events and activities
Late-summer calendar is chock full of events and activities.
'Extraordinary musical event': Kiwi stars to perform in Whanganui
Corben Simpson and Maurice Greer special guests for event at Musicians Club.
Whanganui Collegiate School 2024 Heads of School and 2023 Dux
What head students plan for the year
Councils send strong message of support at Rātana
Mayor Andy Watson offered his help to place the views of Māoridom before the Government.
Ohakune teacher’s military visits to boost Stem education
She will pass her knowledge on to students in the Ruapehu.
Whanganui's 12th Plumber Dan Soapbox Derby cleaned up by father and son from Tauranga
Whanganui's 12th Plumber Dan Soapbox Derby cleaned up by father and son from Tauranga.
Four rural fire crews attend Whanganui scrub blaze
The cause is under investigation.
One Whanganui side in action in Coastal Challenge Cup
Marist will take on Red Star in Masterton on Saturday.
Strong line-up for Whanganui's Cooks Classic
The event is important preparation in an Olympics year.
Letters: How to make vandals respect others’ work
OPINION: Readers have their say on bus shelter vandalism, AI and more.
Award-winning start to 2024 for Whanganui's NLC
The band beat out competition from Israel Starr, ORA and Chad Chambers.
Motorists flouting bridge's weight limit
The cost of replacing it is around $3 million.
'I don’t mind the provocation': PM speaks on Treaty Principles Bill
Luxon said there was a “range of views and feelings and people are free to express it”.
Victim in Rangitīkei homicide investigation named
A 37-year-old man has been charged with murder.