Enviroschools devote learning time to forgotten native creatures
Enviroschools students learn how to create healthy habitats for native species.
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Nicky Rennie: Here today, gone tomorrow
Nicky Rennie writes about the radio industry "rollercoaster".
Family watches on as memorial stone for first European settler moved
“He was an original pioneer here."
Polly Cleverley chats about her perfect painting weekend
Polly Cleverley enjoys a trip to the Rutland Arms Inn and painting in her studio.
Gardening: Pansies bright during winter months
Gareth Carter recommends planting pansies and violas when summer annuals are finished.
‘Hostile economic environment’: Hospitality businesses feeling the strain
“It’s becoming less and less appealing for people.”
‘No more Egmont’: Taranaki Maunga officially welcomed at Treaty settlement
The deal consigns the name Egmont to the history books.
Room for army cadets in local unit
The Whanganui Army Cadet Unit is ready to welcome new members.
Whanganui Rowing Club unveils heritage plaque
The heritage plaque is part of a project to identify and promote local built heritage.
Marton pathway for student safety on annual plan
The road students walk down currently has a speed limit of 80km/h.
'A logistical exercise': No kerbside recycling service this year
July 1 this year is no longer a possibility.
A rainy Saturday ahead for Whanganui with warmer temperatures
Back-up plans for outdoor events may be needed on Saturday.
Letters: Aviary must be retained
Readers have their say on the aviary, National's education plan and revaluations.
Rescue helicopter for Manawatū-Whanganui region saves 24 lives in February
Half of the rescues were rural and farming accidents.
Gotcha! Parking fines skyrocket under new meters
'If you don’t want a ticket, park properly and pay properly'.
Enviroschools receive hands-on learning
Student reps from seven enviroschools in Whanganui attended the Forgotten Fauna Hui.
'Father Ted' upping sticks after tireless contribution
Brendan Gibbs is leaving Katikati after serving 24 years as the Anglican reverend.
Check your Lotto ticket
A Whanganui Lotto player has won a share of the second division prize.
Letters: Healthy debate key to democratic society
Readers have their say on Posie Parker, recycling and rubbish, and the All Blacks.
Rural school the heart of South Taranaki community
The school's new playground has been welcomed by the community.
Cuts, deferrals and an aviary: Annual plan ready for consultation
It must be adopted as final before June 30.
'It's just so hard to make money': Kools Chicken and Gracias Tex-Mex shut down
Two beloved takeaway and dining options are closing to Whanganui customers.
Alec McNab: Increasing pressure put on summer sport by winter codes.
This weekend sees the last major Athletics Meetings of the domestic season
"Surprising and alarming": Whanganui's litter problem worsens
A national study has revealed an "alarming" trend in littering.
Whanganui Harrier Club invites new members to join
A chance to meet great people and have some fun.
Police call for witnesses after crash in Whanganui
The incident between a ute and a motorbike happened at around 12.30pm on Wednesday.
Taranaki Maunga settlement takes next step
The Treaty of Waitangi settlement will be initialled on Friday.
Opinion: Terry Sarten writes song based on Cyclone Gabrielle
Whanganui musician Terry Sarten has written a song based on the cyclone.
Summer signs off with One Fine Day festival
“If I decide to go Polish on April Fools Day it could be quite an interesting gig.”
Beam calls it quits on e-scooters for the winter months in Whanganui
The bright purple e-scooters can no longer be used to get around town.
Giant carrot rocket ready to take off in Ohakune
A carrot rocket that is over five metres tall will be launched in Ohakune this weekend.
Football: Whanganui Athletic host Petone in return to Central League
How did Athletic fare in their first Central League outing in more than 20 years?
Durie Hill yard concert raises much-needed funds for cyclone relief
"We just love making music together."