Latest news from Whanganui

Opinion: Why camellias are the star of your autumn garden
Comment: Early flowering camellias are popular for hedges and patio areas.

How a Whanganui event is shaping NZ's future basketball stars
Teams travelled to Whanganui from all corners of the country.

Whanganui iwi leader appointed to Waitangi Tribunal
Gerrard Albert has been appointed for a three-year term.

Pure Tūroa names new boss
Jono Dean will focus on making Tūroa a world-class alpine destination.

‘Critical milestone’ for Whakapapa ski field
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton is urging unity over the 10-year lease.

Taihape face unbeaten Rātana in crucial club rugby clash
A preview of this weekend's premier competition.

Whanganui club rugby: Horrocks boosts Whanganui Shield defence
A preview of this weekend's senior and women's club rugby.

Wild weather causes power outages, flight cancellations
The windy and wet weather is expected to continue in Whanganui over the next few days.

Abuse in Care: 52 Lake Alice survivors opt for rapid payment
Govt says 120 people as of April 24 have so far been deemed eligible for payment.

Athletics: Secondary Schools Association stands test of time
After more than 50 years, the association is still achieving its aims.

Path to skies earns Air Force recruit top awards
William Fogden's interest in the Air Force was sparked by a concreting job at Ohakea.

Marist Rugby stalwart named national president
Whanganui's Mike Donoghue has been involved with New Zealand Marist for nearly 60 years.

Curtains for old St George's building?
'There comes a point where we have to consider all options.'

Body found in Feilding, police treat death as unexplained
Police were called to the address about 12.50pm

Police seek witness who reported Toyota cutting corners 'shortly' before fatal crash
The Toyota RAV4's driver is due to be sentenced next week.

Rat footprints in predator-free park trigger response
Volunteers with backcountry skills are urgently needed for monitoring efforts.

Rugby: Kaierau reclaim Whanganui Rugby Shield
Ethan Robinson scored twice, including the match-winning try.

Rugby: Stunning comeback for Rātana to draw with Border
Rātana scored three converted tries in the final 15 minutes.

ACC service expands Te Ara Tūhono into Whanganui
The service will be available through Te Oranganui.

Whanganui set for a cool change
Wednesday is predicted to be the 'turning point' for Whanganui's weather.

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600 pupils gain confidence from bike safety programme
Almost one in five kids could not ride a bike, says primary school acting principal.

Mixed signals: Unemployment down but jobs decline in Whanganui
Consumer spending in Whanganui rose 5.3% over the year to December 2024.

Stock car driver critically injured after smash at Whanganui speedway
A car crash at Oceanview Speedway led to a person being cut from a vehicle.