Q&A: Richard Aslett on art, music, civic service and the road to Rangitīkei
Yellow Church Gallery owner Richard Aslett on finding his way to Mangaweka.
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Black Fern brings World Cup to Taihape
An estimated $32,000 was raised from the auction.
Whanganui brick show builds back bigger
The event will be held at the Whanganui War Memorial Centre on July 8 and 9.
Athletics: Cross Country Championships return to Massey University
Cross country is a demanding sport but one that is available for all and at low cost.
Assault charges laid after central Whanganui crash
The incident occurred at the roundabout of Bell and Glasgow St shortly before midday.
Wallaby found in Manawatū-Whanganui region for first time
Horizons staff working to establish whether a colony of wallabies has set up home
Embattled chicken franchise up for sale
"We opened our very first store the day before New Zealand’s first (Covid-19) lockdown."
Housing becoming a struggle for older people, Age Concern says
'We have an ageing population but New Zealand has prepared poorly.'
Stan Walker’s family lose ‘everything’ to house fire
Support flooding in for family after fire destroys “just about all” belongings.
Beer-guzzling burglar nabbed after leaving a bottle - and DNA - at the crime scene
He took the beer from a fridge mid-heist and left the empty on the steps.
Councils given more power in forestry sector
Forestr in the right place definitely has a role to play...."
Rolling strikes bring disappointment and frustration
The rostering home of students will continue until the end of the term.
Ruapehu ski passes on sale as soon as next week following $1 bid for mountain
Lift passes could be on sale as early as next week under the new ownership.
Forgers urged to prepare for Mangaweka-based competition
The biennial Fakes and Forgeries competition is returning
Whanganui cancer patients no longer have to travel to Palmerston North for treatment
Treatment will be closer to home.
Ngāti Rangi planning big Puanga/Matariki celebration in Ruapehu
Ruapehu's bright stars have been called home for Puanga, to celebrate and reflect.
'A huge amount of abuse': Council review reveals staff in firing line
“They take it personally and it does hurt."
Temporary repairs made to No.3 Line
On June 1 a small truck rolled after sliding off the road in the rain.
Igorotaks Cordillera gathering in Whanganui
The indigenous Filipinos are committed to helping all those of their culture.
Spitfire fly-by on Friday to celebrate 100 years of NZ military aviation
The Spitfire will take off from Ōhakea and fly as far as Wellington before returning.
Volunteer positions in Whanganui that are available
Volunteer Whanganui supports 99 not-for-profit organisations with volunteers.
Health agency admits need to review funding for travelling cancer patients
Some patients who can't afford to travel to get cancer treatment are opting to stay home.
St Anthony’s School, Whanganui, completed its Road Safety Week activities
St Anthony’s School completed its Road Safety Week activities.
Rachel Keedwell: Difficult conversations ahead about flood protection
Opinion: Cyclone Gabrielle showed our current flood protection model is unsustainable.
Letters: The economic elephant in the room
Readers have their say on climate change and food risk.
Sarjeant happenings: The dancer and the painter
The work can be viewed on the Sarjeant Gallery’s online collection portal.
'Hard pill to swallow': Double hit of landing charges hurts Air Chathams
'The worst case scenario is that Air Chathams withdraws from Whanganui.'
'We’ve created a bit of a monster': Taihape businesses up for sale
The businesses, buildings and land come as “one big package”.
Array of hue on display in Whanganui Regional Museum
Museum staff are supporting the conservation of hue, or gourds.
Whanganui’s River Road mail run and Whanganui Tours
Whanganui’s River Rd mail run has been operated by Tracy Marshall for the last 3 years.
The Lion in Winter opening in Whanganui on July 20.
The Lion in Winter is opening on July 20 at Whanganui Repertory.
Equestrian sport rides wave of popularity
Cowboy Challenge training day was held at Pukiti Arena, Whanganui.
Ruapehu hapū want consultation before new ski field operators are signed off
Concern concessions will be 'rubber-stamped'.
Club rugby: Marist crowned champions
They make history as the first club to etch their name on the trophy.