Latest from Marton

In pictures: Humble Humber wins day at vintage rally

Whanganui vintage rally dodged the rain for countryside jaunt.

The Monday Q&A: James Cook School principal Timu Niwa

He knew he wanted to be a teacher as soon as he started school.

Marton school celebrates Arbor Day

Beaver Tree Service donated nine trees to a Marton school.

Lack of numbers hampers community committees

Want to serve on a community committee? Now is your chance.

Suspicious car fires under investigation

Emergency services were called to two suspicious fires on Thursday morning.

Truck and train collision victim named

Police and the Transport Accident Commission are investigating the crash.

Club rugby: Winless droughts broken

There are no winless teams remaining in the Premier or Senior competitions.

Senior club rugby: 'Social' Buffalos take on winless Marton

A look at this weekend's club rugby fixtures.

Let us pray? Does prayer/karakia have a place in politics?

Councillors say time for reflection is important before decision making

Letters: New industry needed in Rangitīkei

Readers have their say on the Marton Rail Hub and the Government's "winners and losers".

Marton's 'amazing' $1.3 million playground is officially open

It includes the longest swing set in New Zealand

Marton Rail Hub: Could rezoning spook the horses?

Rezoning 40ha of rural Marton land for industry has been approved - but subject to appeal.

Nominations open for Rangitīkei Youth Awards

The Rangitīkei Youth Awards recognise the efforts of young leaders aged 12-24.

Minor fires in Marton overnight

The Marton Brigade was called to two small incidents over a few hours.

Proposed average 5.3pc rate increase for Rangitīkei

The Rangitīkei District Council is proposing free town-centre WiFi.

Whanganui reacts to Prince Philip's death

Mayor Hamish McDouall says the Duke of Edinburgh "never took himself too seriously".

Needs of Māori communities considered in vaccine rollout

Hauora ā Iwi and Māori providers are working with the Whanganui DHB and others on a plan.

City booming as Easter Weekend events attract thousands

Events and weather conspire to make for a lively Easter weekend in Whanganui.