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Chester Borrows: I wouldn't cross the street to hear Don Brash's views
Why should Don Brash be spared the challenge to his 1970s view of New Zealand's future?
Wanganui Under 20 and Under 18 rugby squads named
Under 20's looking to retain Hurricanes Youth Rugby Council title in Palmerston North.
Whanganui's serial shoplifter Ngaika Kiu to do more time
She was sentenced to a further two months' imprisonment for breaching release conditions.
Okoia residents sick of 'crazy' driving
Okoia residents say it's only a matter of time before someone dies on dangerous corner.
Editorial: School is only guilty of naivety
Mark Dawson on the fallout of boxer Joseph Parker's controversial visit to a city school.
Hands-on champion: Car winner gives old vehicle to runner-up
Silver lining for hand on car runner-up who also 'won' a car.
Hosking: A knockout blow for 'acceptable' racism
COMMENT: Racism is pounced on in NZ - except for the racism that suits some people.
Whanganui news in brief: Man dies in crash
News in brief: Man dies in crash; Benefits of virtual reality; Money for DoC
Museum could host larger touring exhibitions
New space can host touring exhibitions like never before.
Whanganui High School allowing all students to attend Parker's talk
Whanganui High School will allow all students to hear Parker give a motivational talk.
'Disappointed' Parker may pull plug on school event
Parker camp responds after school event "for Māori & Pasifika boys" outrages parents.
Ruapehu avalanche risk high for back country travellers
Avalanche at Tūroa ski field damages High Noon Express chairlift.
Rugby: Wanganui Under 20's big win to start HYRC Series
Having regular team mates in the forward pack lays foundation for big win on home soil.
Nicola Patrick: Counting on things Kiwis really value
Why economic success isn't the only - or even the best - indicator of our progress
Your say: That drab bus depot is a poor look for Whanganui
Readers have their say on the bus station; bus service; Winston Peters; hostile despots
Student wins car in hands-on contest
Mental preparation was the key to success in this gruelling challenge.
One family, three generations of Ranfurly Shield rugby
Cameron Crowley to tie Wanganui record for Shield challenges.
Taihape's Hayden Smith eyes world junior motocross title
Teenage rider aiming to fly high in Australia
Criminal caught after falling asleep in car he broke into
Karl Harry Ranginui of Waitara entered two properties and a car which he slept in.
Wanganui young guns get to experience Ranfurly Shield rugby
First Shield game played in Hawera in nearly 100 years.
Bus crash service at Rātana
A service of thanks is held at ratana for supporters of Manawatu bus crash.
History seen through the trees
Using geocaching to discover the history of Wildbore. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Multiple injuries after bus with 19 people crashes in Manawatū
An iwi group was travelling back to Tauranga when their bus veered off the road.
Tongariro bus operator goes into bat for embattled RAL
Central Plateau bus operator says bus warrants incredibly difficult to get.
Turoa bus crash: 'All I could hear was a guy running at me screaming'
They'd only known each less than 24 hours but the new group of friends didn't muck around.
Children escape as blaze engulfs home
The occupants are safe and the cause of the fire is being investigated.
Mt Ruapehu bus had history of failed inspections
Red flags raised over safety of Mt Ruapehu bus in which Hannah Francis was killed.
Governor-General to spend 3 days in Whanganui
Visitor confers honour, opens academy, makes visits, presides at community reception
Bus taken to Whanganui to be examined
Bus company says driver "really shaken up" from traumatic crash
Powerful ally is sweet success for DHB's war on sugary drinks
New Zealand Dental Association has commended the Whanganui DHB in rejecting sugary drinks
Permaculture weekend offers workshops and tours
Sixth Permaculture Weekend takes in building, gardening and lifestyle change
Oral surgeon appeals misdiagnosis fine
The delayed diagnosis meant the patient had to have a third of his tongue removed.