Mayors frustrated with increasing costs
Mayors in the region are fed up with lack of resources and want a slice of Govt funding.
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Maori told: Play with your head, then your heart
Team aims to get the Tuera Shield back of Taranaki.
Beauty queen's sex abuse revelations
Beauty and bravery go hand in hand for Miss World NZ Jessica Tyson of Whanganui.
Belgian government to honour Whanganui woman
The Belgian government will place a plaque on the grave of a Whanganui woman
Lung checking device more available
Device helping smokers know extent of damage to lungs more available.
Eyeing up rugby sevens glory, over two months early
Wanganui invests in sevens preparation with training squad and warmup tournaments planned
International praise for World War I efforts
The Belgian government wants to put a plaque on the grave of a Whanganui woman.
Fifth Mudder event at Rangitikei farmstay near Marton best yet
Best Mudder event so far at Rangitikei Farmstay last Saturday.
His hands are a blur
Whanganui hosts back-to-back National Sport Stacking Championships.
Project Marton gifted restored lawnmower
Project Marton presented with a lawnmower at the community hub gardens
Farmhouse wool studio a little gem
The Farmhouse Wool studio in Marton features New Zealand spun wool
Kaleb's driving hard for Toyota 86 title
Marton teenager steps up to the next tier of motorsport.
Wanganui Samoa historic upset in High Commissioners Cup
Team turns around 50 point hammering to Hawke's Bay Samoa with win in final.
Top honours for sax playing Collegiate student
Deputy head boy Ethan Gillespie enjoys swing and jazz and his assessor liked his vibe
Youngsters draw inspiration from artist
Paul Ropiha Bevan exhibition at Cooks Gallery.
Cancer Society thrilled with local support
Daffodil Day has boosted the Whanganui Cancer Society's coffers by more than $60,000.
Whanganui schools dominate Lakes relays
Hometown teams won five of the 10 titles at the Round the Lake Relays in Whanganui.
Major overhaul for Young Farmer contest
Re-branding, more use of technology and a bigger emphasis on food to feature.
Marton Countdown's quiet hour a success
When the lights are on and glare reflects off the floor, it hurts so much Hunter screams.
The long way for a beer - Marton Rugby Club to Wanganui East Club relay
Teams and individuals cover 66.3km in 4-9 hours on Saturday.
Councils lead charge on earthquake strengthening rules
Government assistance would be welcome, mayor says.
Feature: Horsing around at Nga Tawa
A new partnership has sparked a transtasman rivalry that benefits both schools.
Editorial: Can't pay the fees, your kids miss out
School's move should spark discussion about what a free education is.
New dental surgery opening in Bulls
Bulls Dental will open in Criterion St on September 14.
Principal says fees a burden on parents
Rangitikei College gets rid of fees for Year 9 students.
Marton Young Farmer explores Indonesia
Renae Flett explains Indonesia's expanding dairy sector after experiencing it for herself.
NEGS put Nga Tawa through their paces in equestrian comp
The school from Australia won all events at the first international event hosted in Marton
DHB runs awareness day for pregnant women
Whanganui DHB advises women to abstain totally from alcohol during pregnancy
Craft event to aid St John's Ambulance
Project Marton is a community group which goes above and beyond for the community.
Rents drive beads business out of Auckland
Auckland man moves his bead business to Marton factory.
Business booming: Marton's Sublime Cafe reopens in new premises
Sublime Cafe has just opened in new premises, the old bank building in Marton.