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Cash and high-fives from Labour Party conference
Lots of cash and high-fives from Labour Party conference held in Whanganui.
Three things we need to do in wake of White Island tragedy
Adventure and travel always carries some risk, so where do we draw the line?
Comment: Why it's time to ditch the royal family
Comment: Having a Head of State who is a foreigner seems archaic in a democracy.
Another week, another tragedy in our beautiful country
Another week, another tragedy in our beautiful country.
Everyone has opinions, but how many are based on facts?
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Mum of three an inspiration to those looking to upskill
A 33-year old mother of three has is an inspiration to those seeking to upskill.
Letters: Sins of emission
Why should NZ ride on the backs of the poorest nations so we can have a better lifestyle?
End of Life Choice debate rages on
Jay Kuten responds to a Whanganui Chronicle column about the End of Life Choice Act.
Why we need a battleplan to avoid climate change disaster
The Industrial Revolution was a game plan that gave us the power to trash the planet.
Letters: Mammogram 'scam'
Mammogram 'scam' is killing women who drew the short straw in the breast density lottery.
Letters: Save Horizons buses
Palmerston North has an electric bus coming — the low-carbon future is on its way.
It's a tie! Can't separate two best Whanganui businesses
And Whanganui's two best businesses are ...
Editorial: Where are Whanganui's rural leaders?
The rural community has voice, but who wants to use it?
Another 'dumb and boring' visit... or was it?
A little birdie suggests life isn't just free to air telly, writes Kevin Page.
Final cost of Sarjeant Gallery rebuild must remain secret
Council says final costs must remain secret due to commercial sensitivity.
Letters: More details needed on gallery extension
The Wanganui Ratepayers' Association believes some questions need clarification.
Major shift in role of zoos make for a great Christmas outing
Zoos have changed a lot over the past 100 years.
Is it rude to mispronunciate a word in a language you're not familiar with?
Is it rude to mis-pronunciate a foreign word or is trying your best respectful enough?
Opinion: Rob Rattenbury - Te reo Māori needs nurturing
Unless you are immersed in the language daily it is hard to maintain any fluency.
Dani Lebo: Physical activity is linked to healthy mental wellbeing
For me, sports are the one place where I've always been able to quiet my busy mind.
Terry Sarten: Clap. Clap. Applause
We have some great hometown musicians and attract amazing performers to our venues.
Comment: Importing police brutality
A NZ Strike Force Raptor won't improve safety. Ultimately police bullying affects us all.
Letters: Stop the hunt for fossil fuel
The only reason to keep looking for more oil and gas is immediate profit.
Why MetService should put Whanganui back on the map
Comment: The call to cull is another kick in the teeth for a city that deserves better.
Frank Greenall: What Welly's wind should really be called
A few weeks back it was suggested Wellington give a name to its wind.
Letters: Motorists thanked for respect
Such welcome behaviour should never be regarded as old-fashioned. Well done and thank you.
Russell Bell: 'My top Whanganui businesses for 2019'
It is time for the 2019 version of the "Annual Business Zen Awards".
Letters: Trust the wisdom of first people
The European agricultural mindset has severely impacted on the Australian environment .
Letters: Doctors' opposition to bill overstated
The NZ Medical Asssociation represents only about 27 per cent of registered doctors.
Comment: America is better than this, isn't it?
Comment: How much deeper could the divide in American society run, asks Rob Rattenbury.
Nicola Patrick: How to talk about climate change
Thanksgiving seems like a tradition I could get down with.
Terry Sarten: Taking a step from cynicism to optimism
There was a very real danger that my cynicism might morph into sarcasm.
Letters: NZTA misses big picture
Drive the roads/lanes at the "current speed limit"; it will certainly give you a thrill.