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'Not desirable': Solo water delivery would stifle Rangitīkei council
'We will listen to the feedback from the population.'
New accessible drama classroom unveiled
The changes aim to give 'equal opportunities for everybody'.
'Well-ablaze': Investigator explains reason behind shed fire
'They have lost the entire contents of their shed.'
Festival aims to bridge cultural gap
Marton's Multicultural Feast and Festival is on Saturday, October 12.
'Beauty of a shot': Boxer's stunning knockout at nationals
'It was the talk of the tournament and the only knockout over the whole weekend.'
Lake Alice psychologist still provides services for ACC
Lake Alice survivors are shocked he is on a list of psychologists providing services.
'It's tough': Swim clubs disappointed by Marton pool closure for summer season
"It won’t be a cheap process."
Consent granted for 93ha solar farm
Around 103,000 solar panels will be built by Harmony Energy.
'Right fair and just': Rangitīkei votes on Māori wards
Mayor Andy Watson says everybody has the right to know how councillors stand on the issue.
Cricket coaching star takes on job at Nga Tawa
'Cricket is more than just a sport; it can shape and define us.'
Major upgrade for 'bucket list' golf attraction
'You would have to be a pretty young person to hike from the bottom to the top.'
Pool roof failure impacts Whanganui's swim team
'It seems odd that you’ve got an indoor pool that has to be shut in winter.'
Whanganui ambulance officers under pressure
Patients may have to self-transport to hospital or a medical clinic during planned strike.
Roof failure above public pool threatens swim season
'We won’t have anywhere else to go.'
Water funding remains problem for councils
A rural mayor says there’s no incentive for councils to band together in new entities.
Young musical talent wanted for Gumboots Band
Young Rangitīkei musicians boosted by district council.
Rail hub 'a phenomenal opportunity'
'We are bullish as to what can happen from here.'
Fire-ravaged home 60m from fire station serves as stark reminder for community
'Two or three minutes later you’re watching your house burn down.'
Medical Council apologises to Lake Alice abuse survivors
'We are deeply and unreservedly sorry for this failure.'
Council puts buildings with ‘beautiful character’ on the market
'There’s beautiful character in there, it’s just about the right person coming along.'
Roading and water services moving in-house in Rangitīkei
Rangitīkei District Council bring roading and water services in-house.
Community voices heard on Rangitīkei’s long-term plan
The Marton pool, kerbside collection and Marton's main street were the key topics.
Councillors face growing workload, pressure, abuse
'I do worry about the salaries for elected members' - Rangitīkei mayor
Rugby: Clash of Rangitīkei clubs in Premier grade
It's their last chance to claim a semifinals berth.
Name change proposed for Rangitikei district
Public feedback is invited on the proposal and another to name a new suburb in Feilding.
Firearms, stolen goods recovered after burglaries
Eight people have been arrested in relation to the Manawatū incidents.
Young rugby player's future uncertain after serious injury on field
Ollie Thomson was injured in a rugby match on Saturday, May 25.