Covid 19: 18 in Whanganui Hospital
There are 1125 active Covid-19 cases in the Whanganui DHB region.
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Covid: 6223 new cases, 22 deaths; more than half of new cases new variants
Ministry 'closely monitoring' the increase in cases as part of an 'ongoing review'.
Rugby Senior Dev 1 Final
Rugby: Senior Div 1 Celtic vs Ruapehu Cook Gardens. Celtic 44 vs Ruapehu 25. Saturday, July 16, 2022 Whanganui Chronicle photograph by Bevan Conley.
Rugby Premier Final
Rugby: Premier Final Taihape vs Border at Cook Gardens. Border 16 vs Taihape 15. Saturday, July 16, 2022 Whanganui Chronicle photograph by Bevan Conley.
Snow a no-show: Ski season off to a rocky start but hopes high
"It's just the beginning, and it's looking like it's going to snow which is great."
Te Rohe o Whanganui Māori artists come together for Puanga show
Huritau showcases the work of 17 Māori artists.
My Perfect Weekend: Ohakune's David 'Rabbit' Nottage
Ruapehu District councillor likes to save up and holiday overseas in December.
Funeral costs in Whanganui top $10,000
Craig Cleveland said the funeral grant barely covers a fifth of funeral costs.
Two die in Whanganui with Covid-19
The Health Ministry reports the total number of deaths with Covid-19 in Whanganui is 26.
More than 10,000 cases and 16 Covid-related deaths today
The tally is slightly down after more than 11,000 community cases for three days in a row.
Whanganui voters urged to enrol for council elections
Candidate nominations close at noon on August 12.
Whanganui business course ready for wider rollout
"Part of looking after employees is empowering them."
Kirton standing for mayor in Ruapehu election
The regional councillor and former two-term mayor is back for another go.
Club rugby: Senior crown up for grabs this weekend
The Division 2 final kicks off at 12pm and Division 1 at 12.45pm.
Funding secured for two new Whanganui events
Dai Henwood is pencilled in to headline Whanganui's new comedy gala.
Club rugby: Border, Taihape meet again in Premier final
Kickoff is at 2.35pm on Saturday at Cooks Gardens.
Multicultural council launches three-year strategic plan
The Multicultural Council consulted with the community to develop its strategic plan.
Rain easing after wild weather thrashes NZ
After a week of wild weather, most Kiwis are expected to have some respite from rain.
Winter Covid safety measures welcomed
The Whanganui Principals Association president had hoped masks would be mandated for kids.
Local Focus: The Whanganui bread recognised by Unesco
George Jackson believes traditional Māori bread is the future.
Govt frees up masks, RATs; 11,382 cases today, child dies with virus
An estimated 400,000 people will now be eligible for anti-viral drugs.
Young farmer grateful for competition experience
Tom Adkins grew up on a Whanganui farm and hopes to return there in the future.
Government boost for sustainable plastic manufacturer
Plentyful is setting up a factory in Marton.
Athletics: Elliot making his mark and off field
The Whanganui schoolboy undertook a major project on dyslexia as well as competing
Plastic pollution expert to speak in Whanganui
The presentation is taking place as part of Plastic Free July.
Ten puppies abandoned on SH4 near Whanganui
SPCA staff said people should hand in unwanted puppies instead of dumping them.
Underground upgrades progressing on Castlecliff streets
A vital piece of infrastructure has been delivered after a delay due to Covid regulations.
Homage to Whanganui historic garden
Blooms on Bastia member Sandra Morris will exhibit 50 drawings and eight paintings.
Comment: Light at end of tunnel for forestry sector after challenges of June
June is particularly difficult in the cyclical forestry industry
Long-term knowledge a winner
Richard and Suze Redmayne of Rangitīkei farm Tunnel Hill win Horizons supreme award.
Covid numbers jump - PM says no move to red, further steps under orange settings to come
Experts say New Zealand is 'definitely' in the grips of a second wave.
Whanganui records 220 new Covid-19 cases
It is the first time since April Whanganui has recorded more than 200 new cases.
Local Focus: Mysterious giant snails found in Tōtara Reserve Regional Park
Carnivorous Powelliphanta marchanti snails have been seen in Tōtara Reserve Regional Park.