Latest from Marton
Iwi health boards 'stripped of power'
An iwi health leader says changes to Pae Ora Act prioritise control over collaboration.
One dead, six hurt in spate of overnight house fires
One person has been found dead after a house fire in the lower North Island.
Regional events fund delivers boost
The Government fund has allocated grants to events in Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu.
Carrots, cars, country music: King’s Birthday weekend events
The weather is not looking great for Whanganui and region, with showers and wind expected.
'Fools rush in': Calico Line pathway project delayed
Construction on Marton’s Calico Line shared pathway will start in November.
Late advice shake-up forces councils to rethink water reform plans
New guidelines suggest 50,000 connections for cost efficiency.
‘We just awhi them’: Iwi-led initiative tackles school attendance crisis
The iwi re-engaged more than 250 children with education last year.
Pool progress: Marton Swim Centre to get key upgrades
The Swim Centre's 50m pool has been closed since a partial roof collapse in August.
Police investigate Marton aggravated robbery
The alleged offender threatened an employee with a weapon before taking cash and fleeing.
Rangitīkei MMA teen talents go international
The teens will travel to England and Italy in October to showcase their talent.
Go it alone: Submitters back status quo for water delivery
'Support your ratepayers and vote as instructed by your community.'
'World's best and loveliest daughter': Tributes for young woman killed in Marton crash
My Marie Harder Clemensen died in a crash on SH1 in March, police confirmed.
Anzac Day: Commemorations in Whanganui region
'There are a few milestones that need to be recognised.'
Fifth-generation descendant on quest to restore damaged grave
John and Mary Toms came to New Zealand in 1855 in search of a new life.
'I love this community': Rangītikei Mayor to stand for fifth term
Andy Watson has 20-plus years of council experience and has been Mayor since 2013.
DIY crafts to ninja challenges: School holiday events for the family
South Taranaki, Rangitīkei, Ruapehu and Whanganui are jam-packed with family-friendly fun.
Two hospitalised after crash blocks road in Marton
'Upon arrival they found one person trapped in a vehicle.'
‘New territory’: Council proposes 9.1% rates rise
'There is a whole lot of stuff we don’t yet have complete knowledge on.'
‘A bit more driving’: Whanganui electorate area could increase massively
'It would be physically demanding to service that area with any degree of regularity.'
Marton Swim Centre upgrade could cost up to $12m
Engineers have come up with four options for the council to consider.
‘Must-attend event’: Marton’s Harvest Festival returns with fresh flavour
Matt Chisholm will host the festival on April 6 at Sir James Wilson Park.
Young Hunterville farmer wants to lower environmental footprint of family’s dairy farm
“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."
First redress payments made to Lake Alice survivors
Fifteen survivors have received $150,000 rapid redress payments so far.
‘The grass is golden’: Farmers desperate for rain
'A lot of people are struggling for water to feed their stock.'
‘I’m nervous’: Marton pool may not open in time for swim season
The Marton Swim Centre's roof partially collapsed in August.
Motorbike rider missing after Marton crash
The crash happened about 1am on State Highway 1 near Saunders Rd.