Whanganui news
Chance of 'squally thunderstorms' in Whanganui
MetService is forecasting a mixed bag of weather for Whanganui this week.
Consent granted for 93ha solar farm
Around 103,000 solar panels will be built by Harmony Energy.
'Unfair' sky high rents hit pensioners hard
Some pensioners are forced to spend almost all of their money on rent.
Council hands aviary to community group
Friends of the Aviary want to turn the facility into a 'valuable, educational resource'.
'Rollercoaster' outlook for spring weather
'For Whanganui, a La Nina would potentially favour warm and dry conditions.'
Club Metro on market as owners seek to pay debt
Donors have lent the club enough money to see it through to a sale.
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'Kicked to the kerb': Disability advocates unhappy with funding freeze
'Even if it was $5000, that would have helped get it off the ground.'
Rural equine vets under pressure
'It can be anything from a tiny little scratch to the leg almost falling off.'
Remote Ruapehu restaurant wins national award
'We knew it was a fairly crazy project but we ended up putting two and two together.'
Proposed tramway extension stopped in its tracks
Council boss David Langford says 'heritage transport experiences' could be an alternative.
'Massive blow': Hundreds of jobs lost as Winstone shuts mills
One of the central North Island's biggest employers has made the call to shut two mills.
Hundreds lose jobs as Ruapehu mills close
'As tough as this news is, our people need certainty to get on with their lives.'
Residents thrilled with visit from St George's art students
Art students from St George’s Preparatory School visit Living Waters
'Had a gutsful': Woolworths staff join nationwide protest
'They have had a gutsful. They are underpaid, undervalued and understaffed.'
'A risky work for a raw reality'- Jillian Karl's new exhibition
Karl's new exhibition at Whanganui's A-Gallery touches on the realities of brain damage.
Fryer fire at Bloody Burgers a reminder for other businesses
'The guy who was changing the oil has done that job probably 50 times before.'
Local singer-songwriter Charlotte Melser's ‘sold out’ show
Charlotte Melser took to Whanganui’s Repertory Theatre stage in front of a full house
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Brown says councils must respect ratepayer money
'Finding savings isn’t a one-off exercise,' the Local Government Minister says.
Chance of 'squally thunderstorms' in Whanganui
MetService is forecasting a mixed bag of weather for Whanganui this week.
Feedback sought on highway tolls in lower North Island
NZTA proposes to toll two new highways in the lower North Island.
Successful event for Starfish Project in Whanganui
The Givealittle page is still open until the end of October for the Starfish Project.
Bartlett dominates Strada Road Series race
The Whanganui Cycling Club Strada 5 Road Series is proving quite popular.
Premium
Comment: Scenic stroll turns to canine chaos
OPINION: Kevin Page has a muddy adventure.
Rob Rattenbury: The value of maintaining friendship
OPINION: You never have to explain yourself to a true friend
Will forestry rob hundreds of Kiwis of jobs? Meat processing sector confronts big livestock dip
One million fewer lambs next spring raises economic red flag in meat-processing industry.
Gareth Carter: Grow some summer berries
Comment: Gareth Carter has tips on growing strawberries this season.
Comment: Dipsticks galore under the hood
OPINION: Kevin Page has been fiddling with his car's engine.
Feed the right wolf – Rob Rattenbury
OPINION: How can two peas out of the same pod sometimes be so different?
Rob Rattenbury: The value of maintaining friendship
OPINION: You never have to explain yourself to a true friend
Kai Iwi flying fox set to return
Kai Iwi residents started a petition calling for its reinstatement.
Sport
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
Athletics: Para-athletes inspirational for young competitors
Paralympics should give cause for thought to reluctant participants, writes Alec McNab.
Young equestrian to compete on international stage
'She’s come a long way in a short time.'
Rugby: Whanganui Women confirm finals spot
The final will be a back-to-back match against the Thames Valley Vixens.
Rugby: Whanganui demolish Buller in Heartland match
Whanganui shattered previous milestones with a 91-7 win.
Rugby: Strong showing for Whanganui Women against King Country
It was a rematch of sorts of last year's final.
Rugby: Level playing field for Whanganui and Buller
'We’re both in the same boat – one win, one loss.'
Athletics: Much to look forward to at Paralympics
Track and field has a strong NZ team of six athletes, writes Alec McNab.
Business news
'Massive blow': Hundreds of jobs lost as Winstone shuts mills
One of the central North Island's biggest employers has made the call to shut two mills.
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Will forestry rob hundreds of Kiwis of jobs? Meat processing sector confronts big livestock dip
One million fewer lambs next spring raises economic red flag in meat-processing industry.
Lifestyle news
Gareth Carter: Grow some summer berries
Comment: Gareth Carter has tips on growing strawberries this season.
Gareth Carter: Spring’s arrival heralds seed planting time
OPINION: It's time for seeds of summer-growing vegetables and flowers to be sown indoors.
Remote Ruapehu restaurant wins national award
'We knew it was a fairly crazy project but we ended up putting two and two together.'
OneRoof property news
House-hunting for diplomats: I had one property turned down because of sniper fears
What ambassadors look for in a Kiwi home.
Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes
"Oh my god, how did you come up with this idea?"
Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells
"Mystery house on a hill" snapped up, but buyer and sale price remain a secret.
Car news & advice
Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)
Mustang chief engineer Laurie Transou explains how Ford can continue with a pure-petrol V8
Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie
Some company cars are better than others...
Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs
The basketball legend’s ultra-rare Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 can be yours for a cool $1m.
Whanganui Midweek
Residents thrilled with visit from St George's art students
Art students from St George’s Preparatory School visit Living Waters
Local singer-songwriter Charlotte Melser's ‘sold out’ show
Charlotte Melser took to Whanganui’s Repertory Theatre stage in front of a full house
Successful event for Starfish Project in Whanganui
The Givealittle page is still open until the end of October for the Starfish Project.
Rural news
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
Whanganui news
Will forestry rob hundreds of Kiwis of jobs? Meat processing sector confronts big livestock dip
One million fewer lambs next spring raises economic red flag in meat-processing industry.
‘No safe amount’: The push to raise Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder awareness
'Any amount is harmful, it is pretty much like Russian roulette.'
The 'cross-pollination' of Sarjeant's opening season
'Let’s change the type of thinking around what a gallery can be.'
'An old-school MP': Peter Gresham remembered
'You would struggle to find anyone with a bad word to say about him.'
Council to control Sarjeant cafe
Cafe profits could 'start chipping away' at gallery operating costs, but there is a risk.
Gareth Carter: Grow some summer berries
Comment: Gareth Carter has tips on growing strawberries this season.
Twelve councillors to represent district after next election
Representation has been 'strongly debated' at previous council meetings.
Open day to celebrate Hakeke Street Community Centre's expansion
Hakeke Street Community Centre and Love and Learn Childcare Community Open Day
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
Move your body for mental health
Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) starts on September 23.
Camera Club captures local churches for posterity
Whanganui Camera Club members have taken over 2000 photos of nearly 70 churches.
Police call for sightings of missing Australian tourist
Elizabeth Wielga is thought to have left her accommodation in Tongariro on August 30.
Rugby: Taonga on line as Whanganui face Thames Valley test
It's Whanganui's first crack at the trophy.
New sewerage pipe connecting prison to council treatment plant
The Department of Corrections project has an overall cost of around $14 million.
Whanganui rugby: Props clock 50 games
The milestone was achieved in a record-shattering 91-7 victory.
Ruapehu council slams poll law, seeks further advice
The council voted unanimously to keep the Māori ward.
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