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Tylee resident explores making pottery
Areez Katki is the current Tylee Cottage artist in residence.
Whanganui District art quiz
Can you answer all these questions about the arts in our district?
Carl Bates: In localism we trust
National candidate for Whanganui, Carl Bates, says UCOL should be locally controlled.
Applications sought for study award
The award honours the memory of Whanganui teacher Wynne Costley.
All welcome to attend Theosophy Whanganui meeting
The group meets every second Sunday and all are welcome to attend
First bid on the table for part of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
A new entity wants to set up a publicly owned company to buy the Turoa skifield.
Students battle it out for tug of war title
People are getting more exercise - and having fun while doing it.
WSP Whanganui chip in with tennis club renovation
The club is also in the middle of replacing some of its courts.
A weather week of passing showers and some sunshine ahead for Whanganui
“We are expecting showers and wet weather to pass fairly quickly.”
Cameras monitoring 'troublesome' traffic areas in CBD
Could a new roundabout be in the works?
Kevin Page: You've got to get up early to get one over your wife
Waiting for the ladies of the house to get ready leads to a zen moment for Kevin Page
New barbecue area at Whanganui park
“We’re all working together and doing what we need to do."
Petition started as fallout from UCOL course cuts continues
"There’s no point just putting up a sign and saying ‘Hey, we’re open’...."
Rep Talk: Whanganui talent lured by small but pivotal role
Nadine Rayner says small parts can mean big things.
Dr Nic Peet announced as new chief executive for Hawke’s Bay Regional Council
Peet will assume the role early to mid-July.
One in hospital after quad bike crash
Hato Hone St John, Police and Fire Emergency New Zealand all responded to the crash.
Football: Whanganui take on Wellington side
The Whanganui Athletic football team hosted the Wellington Phoenix team.
New coaches for new rugby season
Whanganui RFU life member John "JB" Phillips discusses the upcoming rugby season.
Labour announces candidate for hotly-contested Māori electorate
The electorate's last MP is moving to Labour's list, leaving it wide open.
Whanganui City College lead success at waka ama champs
Two Whanganui schools claim victories at waka ama national championships.
The rewards of having a work ethic
Comment: Rob Rattenbury says our work ethic often comes from our parents.
Museum Notebook: Early 1900s evening gown on display
Edith Christie's evening gown is the museum's outfit of the month for April.
Rotokawau Virginia Lake Supporters Group makes plea for volunteers
"Two Thursdays a month is all that we ask for."
Rangitīkei heritage buildings' future up for decision
All of the buildings concerned had been cited as needing earthquake strengthening.
Crown agrees to give up Taranaki Maunga
The park will be governed jointly by Ngā iwi o Taranaki and the Minister of Conservation,
Applications open for Whanganui District Youth Council
The Whanganui District Youth Council is looking for more youth councillors.
NZ Shears woolhandling title for Taihape junior
Tre Ratana Sciascia remembers starting woolhandling before starting school.
Speedway: A season finale with a bang
The West Coast Superstock title is on the line.
'We looked to the maunga': How Ruapehu plans to reinvent tourism industry
“We will need to break a few eggs along the way and it will take courageous leadership.”
Auckland mayor's LGNZ departure 'a bit of a cheap shot'
“It’s Auckland over there, being a bit special, and the rest of New Zealand is separated."
Pro wrestlers come to Whanganui for heart-felt show
The event is being held at Churton School.