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Visit Ruapehu's Jo Kennedy on the ups and downs of her Waimarino tourism experience
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Nicky Rennie: Moving on and making new memories
Nicky had two superheroes help her out last week.
It is Perhaps a Sign opens at Sarjeant on the Quay
“With it being the last show for this space added gravity to the kaupapa."
My Perfect Weekend with Paula Conder
Paula Conder discusses her idea of a perfect Whanganui weekend with lots of running.
Whanganui launch of Nymbl app aimed at preventing falls among seniors
'That multi-tasking ability lowers as you get older.'
Gardening: Colour up your garden for winter
Gareth Carter recommends some colourful plants that grow well in Whanganui conditions.
How to deal with everyday decisions
There are logical reasons for feeling stressed about trivial decisions.
'Appalling decision': UCOL music staff one step away from redundancy
The appeal deadline is June 1 and a final decision will be made on June 7.
‘Rising and falling is part of the journey’: Allbirds co-founder front-foots negative media
Media Insider: 'Extreme' stress - Stuff union email; Media awards - what to watch for.
Fruity surprise - kiwifruit actually originated in Whanganui
Seeds were planted in 1906 by local nurseryman Alexander Allison, first fruiting in 1910.
Sexual predator sentenced to 13 years' jail for degrading abuse
'You are a sexual predator who uses whatever means available to get whatever you wanted.'
Community invited to rural dinner and catchup
“This is about getting off-farm, checking in with your mates and checking on yourself".
Te Kōanga O Rehua has returned after a near 160 year absence.
More taonga could be on their way.
Harakeke the flax-tastic fibre option
We have harakeke, or Phormium Tenax in New Zealand! It grows everywhere.
Taihape and Tāmata Hauhā Rātana to battle this weekend in Senior rugby
“One loss and we could go down two to three places – just like that."
Topsy-turvy season rolls on in Premier rugby
“It’s still a competition where anyone can beat anyone on any given day."
What makes a word? Queer art exhibition to be held in Whanganui
The exhibition was inspired by talks on what it means for art and people to be queer.
Dry, warm weekend weather ahead for Whanganui
Light northerly breezes and warm temperatures for Whanganui weekend,
Comment: Big smoke no comparison to home
TK Kawiti-Bishara moved to the big smoke, but it didn't work for him.
Gang president's manslaughter conviction deemed a miscarriage of justice
Damien Kuru has lost his appeal against his manslaughter conviction.
'Give us some breathing room': Whanganui food charity chasing extra funds
“There’s been new faces coming and less food to go around.”
Local derby in Women's club rugby this weekend
The two Whanganui-based teams in the competition are yet to face each other.
Three throw their hats in the ring for Kai Iwi byelection
Voting for the election will begin on June 15.
The Chronicle Q&A: Barrack’s bartender Zoe Henry
What would keep famed chef Gordon Ramsay happy?
Serious crash in Hunterville claims one life
Motorists have been asked to avoid the area of the crash if possible.
What's to be done about the William Birch Pool?
What should be done with William Birch Pool?
Games draw 'massive' crowds: What next for Whanganui women's rugby?
“There’s still a lot of room for improvement of how women’s rugby is run by the union.”
Alec McNab: All the action from the Whanganui Secondary Schools Cross Country champs
Comment: There were over 130 starters, arresting the steady decline over recent years.
Enthusiasm for public rail in Whanganui continues to build steam
Work is being done to establish a local rail advocacy group.
Chateau Tongariro future still uncertain
The building's earthquake resilience is still being assessed.
Newly elected Rātana Church leader hits the road
"Manuao is happiest when working and providing for his people."
Preparations for rise in winter flu patients amp up
“We are aware that getting into timely general practice is a problem.”