Talking Rugby with John B Phillips
John B. Phillips rounds up the rugby for Whanganui Midweek.
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Marton crash leaves one in hospital
State Highway One remains closed as Police said that power lines were down on the road
Serious injuries in Marton crash
Diversions are in place after a crash on State Highway 1 near Marton.
Club rugby: Anything possible in competitive senior division
Six teams in the country group are fighting to make the top 3.
Man returned to prison after incident in Marton
Police searched for a person who fled from them on Wednesday.
Downpours don't deter health workers' strike action
"The ball is in the Ministry of Health and DHBs' court, not in ours."
Try-scoring shootout as Ngamatapouri and Kaierau clash
A wrap of this weekend's Premier and Senior competition.
Marton farm leader benefits from employment programme
Ngaire-Ann Takimoana says the programme put her on the path to a leadership role
Club rugby: Utiku look to make mark in senior grade
Utiku take on Taihape in Saturday's derby match.
Club rugby: Derby weekend clashes for premier sides
The premier games are scheduled for Friday evening and Saturday afternoon.
Marton house fire investigation continues
Early morning blaze of abandoned building has been deemed suspicious.
House listings up, buyers can take their time
"They're not going to be picking up the phone and rushing to make an offer."
Housing report finds no improvements in overcrowding, heating
Kāinga Ora says the Whanganui region is a priority for more safe and affordable housing.
Club rugby: Pirates in hunt to make senior playoffs
Whanganui Metro will seek their first season win in the women's competition.
Small gatherings in Whanganui region for Anzac Day
Anzac Day observed with a flyover and unveiling at Ohakea.
Club rugby: Changes across grades as 2022 season opens
There are only five premier teams and the second tier has been split on regional lines.
Where to commemorate Anzac Day
Some services will go ahead despite the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
'Every week's a crisis': Eat or pay bills as cost of living cripples family budgets
"Food is one where it's making a terrible impact ... That's a basic."
Isolation challenge for Marton apprentice before winning apprentice regionals
Christopher Sullivan will compete for $25,000 of prizes at the national final.
Heritage flying fleet offering Anzac Day treat
An Avenger, a Spitfire and two Beechcraft T-6C Texan IIs will take to the skies
Māori wards included for Rangitīkei elections
Each ward represents a population of approximately 1400.
Founder John Kendrick's AJS takes out top prize in motorcycle trial
A beautiful day for a Whanganui vintage motorcycle trial.
Waka Hauora bus hits the road
Whanganui DHB is using the bus to help people in rural areas get easier access to RATs.
Region's RSA presidents make hard Anzac Day decisions
Many Anzac Day commemorations have been scaled back across the region.
Cricket: Youth key as focus turns to next season
The winter months will be used to foster youth interest in the sport.
Huntley School claims three medals at triathlon nationals
Hugo Skerman, Toby Gill and Lucy Easton had podium finishes.
Cyclists hit Rangitīkei roads
Rotary Marton is excited to put on Pedal 4 Pleasure under new reduced Covid restrictions.
Cricket: Marist host Weraroa in Coastal Challenge Cup
The game is at Victoria Park on Saturday, March 19.
Marathon runner helps little hearts
Marton's Rachel Lovelock hopes people will get involved in Little Hearts Day
Whanganui City College building futures
Whanganui City College students are building a house on school grounds.
Racing: Pinn claims Auckland Cup aboard Uareastar
Uareastar is trained by Marton's Fraser Auret.
Major upgrade for Marton's water supply
Finding a new water supply, building a bore and new treatment plant are planned.
Cricket: Marist stay in Coastal Challenge Cup semifinals
United have lost their final lifeline.
Housing comes out top in survey of region needs
New fund aims to be flexible and fill gaps in housing provision.