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Water use freed up in South Taranaki towns
South Taranaki people can use water freely from April 2- but are asked to use it wisely.
Consumer spending up despite drop in tourism
The unemployment rate has dropped significantly as average earnings rise
Huntley School claims three medals at triathlon nationals
Hugo Skerman, Toby Gill and Lucy Easton had podium finishes.
444 new Covid-19 cases, three being treated in hospital
The Whanganui District Health Board region has 444 new Covid-19 cases.
Farming Friends of Hospice keeps building on strong foundation
More than 170 farmers in Whanganui, Ruapehu, South Taranaki take part in the initiative.
First funds from Waipipi Wind Farm distributed
'I believe they are all worthy causes.'
Drive-through jabs as Māori bear Omicron brunt
Tui Ora is bringing Taranaki's first drive-through vaccination clinics to small towns
Teachers struggling as Covid ramps up
Having students at home and at school is stretching resources.
Majority of schools now dealing with Covid cases
"Our kids are really resilient and they are just going about their daily business."
Whanganui City College building futures
Whanganui City College students are building a house on school grounds.
What it takes to be involved with Search and Rescue
Dedication, a wide range of skills and being able to drop everything are needed.
Whanganui DHB area has 188 new cases
Five people are now in Whanganui Hospital with Covid-19.
National body to fund rebuild of unsafe track
Greyhound racing track to be rebuilt - surprising animal welfare spokesman.
'Anxiety, fear and doubt': Schools face surge in Covid-19 cases
"Once we're on the other side, we'll be able to reflect."
Whanganui ready for rise in Covid-19 Omicron cases
People with symptoms urged to get tested, isolate if necessary to help "slow the spread".
'It's life-changing and a blessing'
More funding for cochlear implants has deaf Kiwis celebrating on World Hearing Day.
'She's very special': Te Ara a Maria visits Whanganui
"She's like an icon really. She's very special."
Ministry of Health announces 19 new Covid-19 cases
Whanganui Hospital can provide a dedicated Covid-19 ward if required.
Live: 1901 new Covid-19 cases as Omicron continues its surge
That brings the number of active community cases across the country to 11,601.
Ngāti Maika welcomes restoration of Pākaraka name to settlement
Ngāti Maika sees the decision as "an acknowledgment and tribute to our tupuna".
Feelings for Life Tractor Trek brings good vibes to Whanganui
Project aims to provide free mental health support to school children.
Power not yet restored across region
There are small pockets of customers still waiting to be reconnected.
Power restoration continues across region
Powerco crews have been very busy after the wild weather over the weekend.
Strong winds and rain batter region
Roads across the wider Whanganui region are closed due to flooding and slips.
Big Boost weekend! Record 446 new community cases; 10 million vaccine jabs milestone
Yesterday there was a record number of casess.
Heavy rain watch: 'Fair amount of weather' on the way
Rain - sometimes heavy - is expected to fall right through this weekend.
Hāwera business loses $69,000 to scammer
Anyone who has been the victim of a scam of this nature is asked to contact Police on 105.
'No one left until the last dog was sold' - club secretary
People come from all over the lower North Island to buy reputable working dogs
PGF-funded marae upgrade project nears completion
A $16 million marae renovation programme is drawing to a close.
Scorcher! Whanganui hits 32.6C
There's plenty of rain on the way for the region this long weekend.
The Monday Q&A with Sarah Williams
Sarah Williams talks about good reads, online exhibitions and the joys of running
Iwi collective reviews approach to vaccinations
A change of tack will be needed to boost numbers in hard-to-reach areas.