The fake story of a real disappearance to be released
The author of the book was inspired to write it after taking a DNA test.
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Gardening: How to grow your own groceries
Gareth Carter advises on some good vege crops for the home garden.
Freshwater funding pool of $100k on offer for community groups
Community groups can apply for funding for freshwater projects.
Ruapehu mayor wants youth voices in council business
Young people's views are critical to the long-term plan and the future of Ruapehu.
Tech Week focused on building local capability
Included in the week will be events about creativity, AI and wāhine Māori in tech.
My Perfect Weekend with Rachel Dickison: Markets, music and comedy in the mix
'On Sunday, a sleep-in is non-negotiable.'
Problems loom for Te Araroa trail as biggest season yet draws to a close
'You can only stick up a tent in the bush on the side of the road.'
Covid to cost of living crisis: Karrie Brown's seven years at City Mission
“Things were happening so fast."
One stat sums up Athletic's season so far
'It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to work out where we’re lacking at the moment.'
Fast fashion an ethical dilemma for consumers
While shoppers can buy less, most will still be looking for the cheapest deals.
Does the Castlecliff skatepark need lights?
'We park the car down there with headlights but it’s not great ...'
New Ruapehu ski field operators close to being revealed
Ruapehu mayor says deal settlement is close on who will be taking over the ski areas.
Q&A with Dr Cynric Temple-Camp
Dr Cynric Temple-Camp sat down to answer some questions ahead of the festival.
Council allays concern about climate budget cuts
"Our communities are asking, I believe, for us to take this seriously.”
From blown engine to top of the podium for Whanganui racer
Cars in this series regularly generate around 900 horsepower.
Liz Wylie: 'My love Kōwhai Park'
I'm loving sharing my memories and making new ones with my grandchildren.
Whanganui club rugby: It’s Whanganui derby week in Tasman Tanning Premier
Kaierau will host their Old Timers Day at the Country Club on Saturday.
Club rugby: Pirates eager to take next step into Senior playoffs
Pirates have had a solid start to their Senior rugby campaign.
Cheryl Rangi on hot chips, Bason Reserve and her Troll adoption centre
Her home project has turned into a fully-fledged business.
Ski fields thrown potential lifeline as MBIE lines up new operators
The plan comes after Ruapehu Alpine Lifts entered administration in October owing $45m.
Flight risk: Dotterels' new nesting spot on runway tarmac
“If the aircraft had started, the eggs would have been sucked up.”
Nomad gang members in custody after arrests in Pātea
The arrests were part of Operation Cobalt.
Whanganui hit with rain and single-digit temperatures
Temperatures got as low as 2.2C in Waiouru.
Hospice Whanganui celebrates Awareness Week
Hospice Awareness Week is focused on celebrating the organisation.
Speed skater brings home gold
Gabriella represented both Whanganui and New Zealand in the competition.
Another birthday for NZ's oldest man
Jack’s long life had humble beginnings - he was born in a tent.
Central North Island highways reopen
SH1 Desert Rd and SH46 were closed early on Thursday morning.
Comment: Big savings in the pipeline for residents
MP Steph Lewis says water reform will make a huge difference for families.
Titipounamu join the nest at Bushy Park
Keith Beautrais discusses the release of titipounamu/rifleman at Bushy Park.
Talking Rugby: Stage set for Kaierau-Marist double trophy showdown
This Saturday marks an important clash for two local rugby teams.
Mayor fears impact of carbon farming on rural communities
"....it’s land that should never have been taken out of forestry in the first place".
Emotional Māori Party co-leader slams 'amateur' MPs
A large contingent of supporters was in the public gallery and interjected frequently.
'Any decision comes with consequences': Sport Whanganui faces funding cut
"It’s like they’re saying, ‘Actually, we don’t even need you’.”