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Whanganui dragon boater to represent NZ at world champs
Anne Kauika is the only Whanganui-based racer selected for the Black Dragons squad.

Rugby: Ruapehu and Marist Knights face off in pivotal clash
Ruapehu host Marist Knights at Rochfort Park this Saturday.

Club rugby: Old rivals face off as race for semifinals heats up
Rātana and Marist meet at the Pā in a crucial rematch on Saturday.

Athletics: Young athletes climb ranks
The Whanganui rankings list top performances for the 2024-2025 season.

Rugby: Kaierau claim Paul Mitchell Cup
A wrap of the weekend's club rugby in Whanganui.

Club rugby: Marist stun with win over Border
It was Marist's first win since 2019 over the five-time defending champions.

Rugby: Marist and Border chase first win of season
The Jake Alabaster Memorial Shield adds extra incentive for both sides.

Rugby: Top Whanganui women's teams set for clash
Marist hosts Rātana at Cooks Gardens at 6.30pm on May 8.

Rugby: Taihape snatch last-minute victory against Rātana
A penalty try clinched the win for Taihape.

ACC data shows improvement with sport-induced concussions
The Whanganui District's concussion claim costs were down nearly $238,900 from 2023.

Whanganui club rugby: Horrocks boosts Whanganui Shield defence
A preview of this weekend's senior and women's club rugby.

Taihape face unbeaten Rātana in crucial club rugby clash
A preview of this weekend's premier competition.

Athletics: Secondary Schools Association stands test of time
After more than 50 years, the association is still achieving its aims.

Marist Rugby stalwart named national president
Whanganui's Mike Donoghue has been involved with New Zealand Marist for nearly 60 years.

Rugby: Kaierau reclaim Whanganui Rugby Shield
Ethan Robinson scored twice, including the match-winning try.

Rugby: Stunning comeback for Rātana to draw with Border
Rātana scored three converted tries in the final 15 minutes.

Athletics: Record turnout for parkrun
A record 202 participants joined the weekly Whanganui Riverbank parkrun last Saturday.

Gold rush: Swimmer Paige Conley cleans up at national champs
'Butterfly is my strongest stroke, so I always get out pretty fast.'

Whanganui athletes shine at inaugural Manawatū/Whanganui awards
George Beamish won the Molly Dorne Cup as MWA athlete of the year.

Rugby: Kaierau hold off new-look Border in season-opener
Around 10 new players made their Premier debut for Border.

Club rugby: Taihape beat Marist to retain Challenge Shield
Rātana top the table after defeating Marton 108-12 in week one of the competition.

Rugby: Whanganui senior competition kicks off this weekend
This year's competition features 10 teams, down from 12 last year.

Rugby: Border, Kaierau kick off Premier season opener
Border face Kaierau in a rematch of last season's grand final.

Athletics: Whanganui long jumper claims secondary schools gold
Whanganui athletes set 50 personal bests at the championships.

‘Once in a generation’ teen gets White Sox call-up
'Her raw talent across all aspects of the game is truly exciting.'

Football: Whanganui sides ‘itching’ to get season started
City start their campaign against Palmerston North United on April 5.

Athletics: Whanganui team set for North Island schools competition
The North Island Secondary Schools Championships will be at Porritt Stadium in Hamilton.

Whanganui rowing coaches ‘proud’ of Maadi effort
Whanganui schools won two gold medals at the 2025 Maadi Cup.