Mixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefuls
Just over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.
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Latest from Marton
Fresher, cleaner water in the pipeline for Marton
The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2024
Painful drug given to small child at Lake Alice
A child was given a paralysing drug, probably as a punishment at Lake Alice in 1978.
Government boost for sustainable plastic manufacturer
Plentyful is setting up a factory in Marton.
Unfinished business prompts Watson to stand in Rangitīkei
It will be Andy Watson's fourth term if he is re-elected Rangitīkei Mayor.
Performance rating disappoints council boss
Rangitīkei District Council has failed to improve its CouncilMARK rating.
Sarjeant Happenings: Poetry of brushwork shining through
Tylee Cottage artist-in-residence Andrew McLeod is working on two large canvases
Tutaenui Reserve project earns environmental wellbeing nomination
The project has transformed the reserve into a popular recreational area.
Rugby: Kaierau senior side aiming for the top
Kaierau take on Pirates who are in do-or-die mode for staying in the playoff hunt.
Weather bomb closes roads, downs powerlines
A Powerco representative said repairs were continuing to be made to the lines
Calls to bring Wellington commuter train to Whanganui
Rail was very popular among submitters to Horizons public transport plans.
Rangitīkei train accidents still being investigated
One person was killed when a truck and train collided in May last year.
Club rugby: Rātana shaping up as powerhouse in senior competition
The club is aiming to return to the heights it reached in the early 2000s.
Platinum Jubilee brings back memories of royal visit
The Queen and Prince Philip rode in an open-top car down Victoria Ave to Cooks Gardens.
Talking Rugby with John B Phillips
John B. Phillips rounds up the rugby for Whanganui Midweek.
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.
Marton house fire investigation continues
Early morning blaze of abandoned building has been deemed suspicious.
Club rugby: Derby weekend clashes for premier sides
The premier games are scheduled for Friday evening and Saturday afternoon.
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