'More than one verbal stoush': Compensation awarded in housing dispute
The Marton couple had sought $20,000 from their former landlords.
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Swept away by the current: Teen who drowned in river was a poor swimmer
Valentino Laki was with friends and family when he got into difficulty in 2018.
'Pretty humbling': Tāmata Hauhā boss nominated for New Zealander of the Year
'You sit back and go, ‘Actually, we’ve done some pretty remarkable stuff.'
'A real privilege': Sport Whanganui boss signs off
'It's not about high performance, it's about getting out and doing stuff.'
Recycling centre closed for another week
Due to building damage, the centre is likely to be closed until December 18.
Whanganui news briefs
An ambulance donated to the Taumarunui community is now being used elsewhere.
Why a Rangitīkei forestry developer is turning to AI
The two companies both work at breaking down financial barriers for carbon farming.
In profile: Meet Rangitīkei’s comedic communications guy Ben Caldwell
Someone asked: 'Who is Ben? I hear he’s really cool.'
Unique Enviroschool projects awarded funding
25 schools in the region were awarded funding from 38 applicants.
Double joy as Marton shop sells winning Lotto tickets
A lucky break for Marton New World.
Huntley School scores gold at national cycling champs
The Marton school's team scored medals in individual and team events.
'There's a lot more involved': New Marton vet clinic as population grows
"People will do a lot more work on sick animals."
Roading contract highlights Rangitīkei road issues
The district mayor said some of the roads in the region were difficult to use at times.
Why a key figure at Lake Alice was not charged
Police had been set to charge the former lead psychiatrist with ill-treating patients.
Marton couple buy Manukau darts shop
One of the store's new owners, a competitive shearer, got into playing darts in 2017.
Early riser on Countdown to baker finals
Tiffany Corlett is the bakery manager at Feilding Countdown.
‘We’re going to miss him forever’: Superstar cat 'went out on his own terms'
Rodney the cat spent his last days "sun-puddling" in Otamatea.
End of an era as 'Granny' calls time on Christmas Grotto
Jenny Greener will hold a final Christmas Grotto this year then auction her festive items.
Signature move: Alleged building consent forgeries investigated
The Rangitīkei mayor says preliminary conversations indicate cases in his district.
Marton apprentice carves up competition
Renee Steer is in her third year of a butchery apprenticeship.
Freshwater funding up for grabs
Applications to Horizons Regional Council close on June 30.
Local councils looking to get more freight on rails
A local business director says a meeting with KiwiRail is needed to address costs.
Rangitīkei 'reasonably under control' after weekend storm
Most of the roads in the region's towns have been cleaned and re-opened.
Rangitīkei school to reopen after flood clean-up
Marton School staff spent Monday cleaning up after wild weather hit the district.
Torrential rain, high winds batter region
The weather caused widespread issues across Whanganui and Rangitīkei.
Calls for greater fuel competition in Whanganui and Ruapehu
The Whanganui council has contacted lower-price suppliers in a bid to drive prices down.
Court appeal against Marton Rail Hub rejected
The development of the hub is expected to bring at least 220 new jobs to the district.
Rising Marton motorsport star eyeing the finish line in Japan
A rising Kiwi motorsport star is set to join the Formula Regional Japanese Championship.
Rural Marton school gearing up for 150th jubilee weekend
Anyone can attend the daytime events on Saturday at South Mākirikiri School.
Rangitīkei heritage buildings' future up for decision
All of the buildings concerned had been cited as needing earthquake strengthening.
Marton pathway for student safety on annual plan
The road students walk down currently has a speed limit of 80km/h.
Carbon farming firm opens office in Marton
The Rangitīkei-based firm has four land developments in the Whanganui region.
Traditional healing classes start in Marton
He Akoranga Rongoā Māori is a programme designed for traditional health practices.