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Whanganui Year in Review, October 2019: Slip closes SH4, another young woman killed, factory to close
The failure of SH4 at the Ore Ore Slip shocks and worries Whanganui and Raetihi.
'I generate excitement and people join in' - railway enthusiast
From Santa caves to railway turntables - Bob Norling's contribution to Ohakune.
Person assessed by St John following camper van roll
Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 6.50am.
Be more kind to people - it's good for the soul
Your letters to the Whanganui Chronicle
Squash players honoured
Taihape win Team of the Year, while Whanganui players win Referee and Masters titles.
Warmer than usual December on its way - break out the togs
Westerly winds will continue to be prevalent during December in Whanganui.
Ruapehu mayor satisfied with $4 million funding
The upgrade to Ohakune's water treatment plant aims to prevent future operational issues.
A master carver; 6 students and $50k: National Park's newest welcome project
The pou will be carved by young people under the guidance of a master carver.
Rugby: Wanganui captain Campbell Hart nominated for Heartland Player of Year
Contends for the award alongside two Meads Cup winners from North Otago
Crowds flock to Mt Ruapehu for last of season's snow
Some mountain attractions will remain open over the summer.
Latu the best rep player; Hughes the top club performer
Another glittering night at the Barracks to recognise the best and fairest.
2019 Wanganui Rugby Awards on Saturday
A long season of club and representative footy to be recognised at fourth annual awards.
Mountain memorabilia: Old seats lift school fundraising
National Park School is undertaking a unique fundraising project.
'At the mercy of Mother Nature'
Poor conditions affected this year's ski season on Mt Ruapehu.
Nicola Patrick: Looking ahead to next Horizons council term
Public transport, state highways and water quality are key issues for Nicola Patrick.
Māori health outcomes key focus of screening programme
The national bowel screening programme launched in Whanganui on October 22.
Why Whanganui was named NZ's most beautiful city
Our city is the most beautiful and we've got the best street too.
Champion of champions in squash
This was only the third time in history that Central had won this prestigious title.
Man in court on drug supply charges
The alleged offending took place in Taupo and Ohakune between July and October.
Project brings new life to church building
Many volunteers have helped convert a church hall to a lodge.
'Trajectory of closure turned around': Archdeacon
Whanganui Anglican Parish moves from retrenching to growth.
NZTA makes one-lane fix for Parapara slip high priority
NZTA assures Raetihi people that fixing SH4 in the Parapara is high priority.
Local brews on tap for inaugural festival
Breweries from around the region come together for the River City Craft Beer Festival.
Parapara closure having huge effect on Raetihi
Raetihi fears becoming a ghost town after State Highway 4 slip
Kirton determined to improve transport
Weston Kirton is already at work to increase transport options in northern Ruapehu.
Councillor slams NZTA over SH4 closure
Helen Craig says the road is closed for no reason other than massive under-investment.
Winter Olympics staff train on Mt Ruapehu
The guests learnt about rescue techniques and ski patrolling skills.
Comment: Parapara Highway slip major disruption to business
A major transport and business artery was severed last week...
Low voting return so far in local elections
Voting is slow in the region as election day looms.
Letters: Rubbish around city a shock for students
Readers' letters to the Whanganui Chronicle
Second water bottling application - larger than first
Applications for water take are decided only on environmental effects - Horizons.