Latest news from Whanganui
Settled and sunny weekend ahead for Whanganui
'We’ve still got this ridge of high pressure affecting most of the country.'
Taumarunui rail yard ready for economic rebirth
The last derelict train carriage has been removed from the rail yards.
'Going to be a lot harder': Best Start payment shifts spark concern among new parents
The Best Start payment will now be means-tested for all three years.
KiwiSaver changes 'a burden' for small businesses and self-employed
Wonky Box's Angus Simms says KiwiSaver changes will affect cashflow.
Public to have say on fate of former St George's School buildings
Asbestos means main buildings should only be entered with personal protective equipment.
Rugby: Taihape women edge Rātana in thrilling clash
Nile Poihipi, a reserve front rower, scored two crucial tries for Taihape.
Rugby: Kaierau ready for Border challenge
Border, last year's champions, have yet to secure a victory this season.
Education’s $2.5b Budget boost: Where the money is going
Education got a $2.5 billion boost in Budget 2025.
Egregious or reasonable? Economists split over student loan repayment threshold freeze
The Government is not inflation-adjusting student loan repayments.
'Harder on the younger generation': Will Budget changes push Kiwis overseas?
The public share their thoughts on changes to Best Start, KiwiSaver and student loans.
Liam Dann: Upbeat Treasury forecasts GDP growth, rising house prices
Opinion: Treasury's Budget forecasts paint an optimistic picture – but are they too rosy?
What's in the Budget for you - student loan borrowers pay more; Best Start payments cut
Follow live updates on the Government's Budget 2025 announcements here.
Why the Government's $200m gas move marks a major shift in energy policy
Meanwhile, Greenpeace has described it as a 'Scorched Earth Budget'.
PM says Budget ‘backs growth’, Labour claims KiwiSaver cuts make workers up to $66k worse off
'National backs growth and I’m telling you, Labour wants to tax it,' the PM said today.
Govt boosts spending on private schools to support ‘diversity, choice’
It is the first increase in private school funding in 15 years, David Seymour said.
Budget 2025: Every budget item in one interactive
Use the Herald interactive to explore Budget 2025.
Govt offers $200m for would-be gas investors
Shane Jones says the fund allows the Crown to take a 10%-15% stake.
Pay equity, KiwiSaver and housing: Where the Govt cut $21b
The pay equity changes have saved the Government almost $13b.
Budget breakdown: The 10 things you need to know
From pay equity savings, to subsidising private schools, to KiwiSaver changes.
Jenée Tibshraeny: Willis delivers 'true blue' Budget
ANALYSIS: Budget requires Kiwis to do more to save for their retirement.
Audrey Young: Pay equity albatross lingers for Nicola Willis
OPINION: The best and worst parts of Nicola Willis' second Budget.
Police search fruitless after driver fled from police and hit power pole
A police dog unit was called but the driver could not be located after fleeing on foot.
Police impound vehicle, issue 23 tickets in street racer crackdown
New laws will allow police to destroy or forfeit the vehicles of some street racers.
‘We just awhi them’: Iwi-led initiative tackles school attendance crisis
The iwi re-engaged more than 250 children with education last year.
Musical triumph: Whanganui band shines in regional music competition
They performed original songs at two Whanganui music contest finals.
5000ha solar and wind project near Whanganui one of country's biggest
Meridian Energy is planning up to 45 wind turbines and 100ha of solar panels.
Athletics: Cross country season special for Harrier Club
Whanganui Harrier Club celebrates its centenary with events on June 20-22.
Budget 2025: Urgent, after-hours healthcare boost for South Taranaki
The funding aims for 98% of Kiwis to access urgent care within an hour's drive.
Councillor urges united front against Taranaki seabed mining
A 3000-signature petition has been presented to the Whanganui and New Plymouth councils.
Netball: Pirates secure victory with strong second half
All the action from David Jones Motors Premier Netball.