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Crater lake temp rising: Strong tremor and steam plumes at Mt Ruapehu
Crater lake temperature rises to 41C.

Heads Rd house badly damaged by fire
A fire investigator is looking into the cause of the blaze.

Inspirational Rātana leader dies
The 50,000 Ratana Church faithful are mourning the loss of its leader.

Letters: A salute to Ross Mitchell-Anyon
Readers also write about youth crime, the caring community and bird predators.

Comment: Clear head leads to more work energy
Having something to look forward to energises and brings new ideas, Russell Bell writes

Local artist's Daihatsu work takes pride of place in Wellington
Ming Ranginui's struggle to find a house played a role in 'Angel Numbers on the Dash'.

Covid minister's warning after 9173 new cases, 14 deaths reported
There are 385 people in hospital with the virus, including 13 in intensive care.

Green MP's Bill could give 'teeth' to Whanganui's alcohol policy
Swarbrick seeks Whanganui support for alcohol amendment bill.

Whanganui region has 97 new Covid-19 cases
There is currently one person in Whanganui Hospital with Covid-19.

Iwi environment unit 'big step up' for regional council
Taranaki Regional Council has an agreement with iwi post-settlement governance entities.

Te Pūkenga - 'most significant change to vocational education in decades'
From next year, all ākonga (students) will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, formerly UCOL.

Diverse events to attend during Techweek Whanganui
New Zealand's thriving Tech sector - well past the era of spotty guys in a dark room.

'A lot of burnouts and donuts' as cars invade Whanganui
Around 250 vehicles gathered on Saturday night.

Household's latest fad has dramatic consequences
Mrs P may be regretting her doggy diet decision.

12-strong team providing care in the community
Home SWEET Home Care marks one year of service

Midwives' vital role highlighted
Women's Network manager champions midwife services

New harmonies, new heights for jazz band
Space Studio and Gallery hosts jazz band this Saturday

Dennis Potter — innovative playwright
Nadine Rayner looks at the work of Dennis Potter

Opinion: Why make submissions to council
Opinion from Whanganui district councillor Philippa Baker-Hogan.

Cloudy start and sunny end for the working week
"Once Tuesday is done and dusted the weather fines up considerably."

One death with Covid-19 in Whanganui region
The Ministry of Health also reported 54 new cases of Covid-19 in Whanganui.