Election 2023: Carl Bates says being Whanganui’s new MP is ‘a real privilege’
"I’m looking forward to the journey. There’s a lot of hard work ahead."
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'You have reached for hope and you have voted for change': PM-in waiting Luxon says time to turn NZ around
National and Act have the numbers to govern on the night, but NZ First may yet be needed.
Carl Bates trumps Steph Lewis for Whanganui seat
"There’s a huge amount of work to be done and I don’t think that can be underestimated.”
Te Pāti Māori surge could result in Parliament overhang
How Te Pāti Māori performed.
Debbie Ngarewa-Packer set to be Te Tai Hauāuru MP
Te Pāti Māori "in a great space".
National's Suze Redmayne wins Rangitīkei seat
National picked up 42.4 per cent of the party vote, almost double the amount for Labour.
Watch: Fans storm field during Meads Cup final, allegedly punch opposition players
Around 50 fans, including South Canterbury’s mascot, invaded the pitch.
Election 2023: Who won Whanganui’s electorates?
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Live: Dozens of MPs are facing the axe tonight. What's life after politics like?
Nearly half of the Labour caucus could lose their seats in Parliament
To have and to hold in a rental world
OPINION: '... I feel safe in saying no one likes renting, except for landlords.'
A real stayer: Wanganui Jockey Club celebrates 175 years of racing
“It’s still hard going because racing is a tough game.”
Much to do in the garden as Labour Weekend looms
Gareth Carter says it's a busy time for gardeners, whether it's veges or flowers.
Simulated cyclone a test for emergency teams
“It’s a great way to bring everyone together to work in unison."
Next step taken in Repertory renovation
"Everyone wants to be part of something that’s actually going forward.”
Could council sell its pensioner housing portfolio?
Complexes are diminishing "at an uncomfortable rate".
Family takes Maria Lane in new direction
The award-winning business is celebrating its fourth anniversary.
Whanganui country singer gets three-peat of awards
Sophie previously won the award in 2019 and 2020.
Could a connection with taiao counter the cost of living?
OPINION: Raukotahi is a concept that acknowledges all those who have gone before us.
Young Whanganui lifeguards challenged day and night at camp
Included in the camp's activities were team-building exercises and midnight runs.
IDEA Services opened its Wharenui with a performance by Te Timatanga o Whanganui
IDEA Services opened its Wharenui with a performance by Te Timatanga o Whanganui
Police seek missing Hawke's Bay man Matthew Knight
He was last seen wearing black work boots, blue jeans and a black jacket.
Upgrades at Wembley Park could attract Wellington Phoenix
“We’re in a real growth phase for football in Whanganui."
Cameras spring up to map freight routes
They are part of a business case being prepared for Waka Kotahi / NZ Transport Agency.
'We are in crisis here': Rest homes running at capacity
“We will be having to turn people away."
Sports Hall of Fame relaunched after four years
A formal ceremony will be held next March.
Rugby: Whanganui must 'tackle like mad and keep the ball' in final
The team is on its way south for Saturday's game.
Rugby: Star centre scoops up awards
“He has all the respect of his teammates and everyone he plays against."
Defence Force: Firefighter shortage cuts Ōhakea option for diverted airliners
There's a national shortage of qualified personnel and very limited training options.
Central Guyton Street is set to be revitalised
Central Guyton Street (between St Hill and Wicksteed Streets) is set to be revitalised
Museum Notes: ‘The Gothic’ operated at 185 Victoria Ave, Whanganui
Museum Notes: ‘The Gothic’ operated at 185 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui
Nominations being sought for the Whanganui Sports Hall of Fame
"For a city the size of Whanganui, our sporting legacy is second to none."
Stunning exhibition by the Whanganui Camera Club at Whanganui Community Arts Centre
Stunning exhibition by the Whanganui Camera Club.