The tragedy claimed three crew members and highlighted river dangers.

Permits are now required for any open-air fires in the Manawatū-Whanganui Coastal Zone.

Swimming and water use are banned for 24 hours after treatment.

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'We are not rushing this through by stealth and we are not trying to hide anything.'

'It buys farmers time, it helps local businesses, it’s a win-win for everyone.'

The carnival returned to Whanganui for the second year in a row after a 45-year hiatus.

Whanganui will stay warm and dry despite a storm over the North Island.

Beautiful weather and good vibes in Whanganui for the annual Vintage Weekend.

Fire and Emergency said seven tankers and one helicopter are responding.

Russell Marshall was Whanganui MP from 1972 to 1990.

Boyd's Auto Barn hosts a temporary cinema for Friends of the Whanganui River.

'A lot of great things are happening in town.'

Allpress has 1956 NZ wins, with aims to be the first female jockey to reach 2000.

'You see all sorts now, you’ve got the farmers who have the glamping tents.'

SUPP helped a record number of teens with substance and mental health issues.

May Whanganui's best bridge win.

A beggar who allegedly scammed locals across the North Island has been roughed up.

Residents can use hoses after 6pm based on an 'odds and evens' system.

Helicopters and crews from multiple regions have been involved in the effort.

Feedback is being collected to aid decisions at the February 13 council meeting.

'It is an absolute work of art.'

Nicholas Forbes guided singers with flair, making each note a joyous focus.

'We do appreciate it will have been frightening.'

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Shaun O’Leary will captain Whanganui against Hawke’s Bay in Napier.

Multiple fire crews have been battling a large blaze among pines at Parewanui.

"It was meant to be adventure training and it turned into snow survival."