Auckland songsmith bringing new music to Whanganui
Auckland songsmith bringing new music to Whanganui
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Klezmer Rebs coming to the Whanganui Jazz Club
The Wellington-based band have been exciting audiences for over 20 years.
Cost of maintaining Whanganui’s ‘deteriorating roads’ set to skyrocket
“In a dry season, the less we mow the more there is a fire risk.”
Renegades Muster back for 2023
Riders will depart from the Durie Hill Tower on an 843km loop as part of the event.
'If in doubt, don't go out': Coastguard warns of dangers of bar crossing
“There’s three types of bars: dangerous, very dangerous and extremely dangerous."
'Stifling development': Historic building restrictions revoked
In years gone by, Springvale Rd was anticipated to be a main highway.
Quick cash option for community groups quashed
"We don’t want to be seen as gung-ho.”
Volunteer of the month - Bill Greening
Bill Greening has been nominated as this month's Whanganui Volunteer of the Month.
Long-term housing found for people camping in public areas
“It’s ever-changing and there’s a long waiting list for people.”
It's official - Māori wards will feature in district
The wards will be in place for the 2025 and 2028 election.
Bright and bold works winners at Mangaweka’s big arts and market day
Fakes and Forgeries contest winners favoured the bright and bold.
'It's going to be huge': 25 years for iconic Hunterville Huntaway Festival
The race in which shepherds eat disgusting things has hit a milestone.
Ombudsman: "Secrecy inevitably breeds suspicion"
TRC also wasn’t recording its process for deciding to meet behind closed doors.
Wanganui Road Rodders celebrate 50th anniversary
People came from as far away as Australia to help the club mark its golden milestone.
Mayors get behind breast cancer street appeal
“Breast cancer is survivable, and if I can help with the message, I can help save lives."
Council concern over logging damage to Whanganui roads
'This isn't concentrated to just one area, it's network-wide.'
Jamie Ballantyne on coal mining, couriering and the 'alien sport' of cricket
"A forward defensive shot? No idea what you’re talking about."
Kevin Page: George howled in pain and we had a very important decision to make
I bit my lip to stop it quivering and took my four-legged mate to the vet.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
Intermittent showers and humid conditions are likely to be the main features of the week.
Whanganui miles ahead in Heartland rugby history
The Butcher Boys have contested 13 Meads Cup finals, winning on six occasions.
When the Young Guns beat the Old Boys
Collegiate upset Marist in a low-scoring Premier 1 second round at the weekend.
Lighting up in aqua for dyslexia
Dyslexia Awareness Month is recognised every year WorldWide in October
'Battery heaven': A light-hearted approach to safety in Rangitīkei
The campaign message contains a ‘eulogy’ for the deceased batteries.
Rob Rattenbury: Every politician has their day
OPINION: Politicians come and go, they have their moments in the sun then usually fade.
Dawn of a new era for disc golf in Whanganui
"Unlike normal golf clubs, there are no fees. You just rock up and play.”
Scientists discover intriguing ‘mini eruptions’ at Mt Ruapehu
A new data-crunching approach has turned up recent missed 'mini-eruptions' at Ruapehu.
Two dead on region's roads
Police have “a firm focus” on four main causes of death and serious injury on the roads.
Wash equipment and watch for signs of invasive Chilean needle grass
The pest plant's seeds are needle-sharp with backwards-facing bristles.
In profile: Meet Whanganui Girls College principal Nita Pond
“I love teaching - it fills my cup."
Push to boost city’s live music capacity
"It really adds to the delight of living in a city"
Comment: Qualifying as a member of the 'squeezed middle'
Nicky feels like Jack Nicholson in The Shining. “I’m back!”
'It really is just enabling of the Pacific community.': Pasifika expo supporting community health needs
“It really is just enabling of the Pacific community."
Outgoing MP Steph Lewis 'still processing emotions'
It has been “an incredibly unusual term” and she says she has no regrets.