'Please do not do it': Man inflicted intense pain on woman during violation
Judge Tompkins said Michael Mead, 64, posed a 'very high risk' in the future.
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'Evocative tribute': Exhibition explores Whanganui's spiritual heritage
Our Places of Worship is open every day until September 16 at Whanganui Regional Museum.
Central North Island feels impact of heavy rain
Rain has swollen rivers in Whanganui, Ruapehu and South Taranaki.
Tradie's remarkable revival of long-lost NZ clothing brand from his backyard shed
Nikolai Solakof had never sewn before reviving Oscar Eide from his shed.
Thunderstorm risk for top half of the North Island, heavy rain watch for Wairoa
A thunderstorm has already popped up in Taranaki, which suffered flooding yesterday.
'Just incredible': Pupils save choking child on school bus
The St John in Schools programme taught them vital lifesaving skills.
'Time to lead': Airline founder hands over to son after 40 years
Craig Emeny founded Air Chathams in 1984, alongside his wife Marion.
'Expand my horizons': Scholarship fuels student's global ambitions
Eibhlin Lynch and Jack Green will share the 2025 John Perrin Scholarship.
Ngāti Ruanui files urgent Waitangi Tribunal claim over mining project
The claim alleges breaches of Treaty principles in fast-track approvals process.
Why Whanganui is in for a warmer than normal winter
There's a 60% chance of above-average temperatures between July and September.
How a white picket fence symbolises a significant Whanganui family
'In many ways the Duncan family has imprinted itself on Whanganui.'
Rangitīkei fencer regains Golden Pliers title
The 49-year-old had to miss four years of action following a shoulder injury in 2017.
Athletics: Early training years bring lessons in preparation
Alec McNab reflects on his early years in Scotland and training on Iona's Dun I.
Nominations open for local government elections
Three mayoral candidates have already declared their intention in Whanganui.
Heavy rain expected for Tongariro National Park
Around 100-130mm of rain is expected from 10am to midnight on July 3.
Historic homestead welcomes visitors after transformation
'I came here in December and I just fell in love.'
'Resurrection of an era': Rangitīkei honours Kiwi Formula One hero
Chris Amon, who died in 2016, raced in F1 from 1963-1976 as part of a golden era.
Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai “Tarsh” Kemp moved to burial ground
Takutai Moana Natasha "Tarsh" Kemp died, aged 50, after battling kidney disease.
'Clear message community wants action' on former school site
The majority of respondents support leasing the St George's site to a private developer.
Opinion: The quest for the perfect wedding dress continues
She has already found three 'perfect' dresses since March.
Community funding initiative 'a leading approach'
Ruapehu's $500,000 fund supported 15 projects from 34 applications totalling $2.5 million.
Weather set to be 'pretty nice' for start of school holidays
Whanganui received 22.8mm of rain over the weekend, a fifth of June's total.
Top of the Props: Hard work pays off for real estate stalwarts
Ritesh Verma and Vicky Todd are moving into new roles with Property Brokers.
Horizons to increase funding for Whanganui public transport
Just under 400 submissions were made in favour of the improved services in Whanganui.
Ten things to do these winter holidays
Winter weather can make keeping the kids entertained even harder than usual.
'I'm done with them': Anger as Backhouse tenants told to leave
Tupoho Trust chair Ken Mair says Ucol refused a face-to-face meeting about the situation.
Gareth Carter: My favourite flowering plants for winter cheer
Comment: Daphne Perfume Princess boasts the largest flowers and longest blooming period.
Whanganui author's new book for the ‘average’ gardener
'People benefit both physically and mentally by immersing themselves in the garden.'
'We've done the hard yards': Tripe announces re-election bid
The first-term mayor says he wants to keep the district's 'positive momentum' going.
Shelley Loader: How we balance our needs with the needs of others
OPINION: During times of crisis there is more of an expectation to prioritise others.
'Several parties' interested in buying pilot academy
Academy chairman Matthew Doyle says it is 'prudent to keep all options open'.
Cooks Classic added to World Athletics Continental Tour
'By moving to a complete Bronze meeting, we will be able to showcase another 12 events.'
How a small alpine town handles major winter festival
Last year's event contributed $1 million to the district's economy.
Horizons ratepayers face 8.8% rate increase
The increase is lower than what was proposed in the 2024-34 Long-Term Plan.