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Speedway invasion
Twenty-six drivers and cars will battle it out for top honours in an action-packed frenzy.
Captain Jess Watkin keep Hinds hopes alive
Hinds win one, lose one, Stags lose two, although one narrowly by two runs.
Stories of the decade: Change was in the air
Air New Zealand announced it couldn't continue providing a Whanganui-Auckland service.
Best of 2019: Growing population leads to more Whanganui traffic problems
Whanganui's growing population is putting pressure on the district's roads
Cemetery Circuit hometown heroes
Whanganui has proven a breeding ground for talented motorcycle racers over many years.
Teens run over cat then pull fingers at its distraught owner
A carload of teens hit and killed a cat, cheered then pulled fingers at its sad owners.
'I'm enjoying myself before the races have even started'
Regulars and newcomers turn out for a day of motorcycle street racing in Whanganui.
Street racing at its best
Virtually nothing separates the top riders in each class on the Whanganui programme.
Letters: Thoughts on Majestic Square
Relocate the Peter Snell statue to Majestic Square. It's too far from the madding crowd.
Jetsprints back at Upokongaro
Bad results in Featherstone means "drop round" is all used up heading to Shelterview.
From the dog house to the penthouse in 24 hours
Wanganui Marist shake off poor form to upset New Plymouth Marist United in NCC qualifier.
'People are looking for things to do' - Scarrow
Food trucks from all over the North Island were at Whanganui food festival.
Lamb, chicken or vegetarian Christmas meals at hospital
Choice between three possible meals for patients in region hospitals on Christmas Day.
'The cost of democracy': Livestreaming council meetings
Horizons councillors vote against buying new equipment for filming their meetings.
Speedway: Oceanview brings back the shootout
Racing rescheduled after rain out earlier in the month.
NZ Schools athletics: Whanganui athletes figure strongly
The numbers do not lie - again Whanganui leads the way at the NZ championships.
Local Focus: Student rents and commute times make UCOL attractive
"A myriad of options" UCOL claims. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Suzuki Series: Table set for Whanganui after tight round at Manfeild.
Richard Cooper and Damon Rees battle in Formula 1, Richie Dibben climbing in Formula 2.
Rotorua's Stephen Parker wins the 3 Bridges Marathon in Whanganui
A field of locals, internationals, amateurs and former Olympians take to the pavement
Chilli sauce business heats up
Tres Hombres markets three core chilli sauces - but will cook other recipes to order.
Mum of three an inspiration to those looking to upskill
A 33-year old mother of three has is an inspiration to those seeking to upskill.
Squash players honoured
Taihape win Team of the Year, while Whanganui players win Referee and Masters titles.
Whanganui Athletic women unbeaten
Whanganui Athletic unbeaten 7 from 7 in Manawatu premier women's softball league.
'It felt like my two worlds had come back together' - Keedwell's council role
Rachel Keedwell has chosen a hybrid electric vehicle for her chairing role at Horizons.
Suzuki Series roars into life in Taupo
It is ultimate skill vs ultimate track experience in the next two rounds.
Donations welcome to support Samoa amid measles outbreak
A fundraiser will be held in Marton on December 14 in support of those in need in Samoa.
Softball: Blood noses and amateur theatrics
The Athletic women had a wasted drive to Palmerston North at the weekend.
Local Focus: Because Methven - why comedy is coming to the provinces
Playing the regions to rehearse their Netflix special. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
OneRoof report: First home buyers dominate market
Castlecliff is top selling Whanganui suburb
Speedway: Charlie Berntsen trophy on the line on Sunday at Oceanview
'The Charlie' is a coveted prize for all drivers.
Local Focus: Minister delivers more putea to forestry and related industries
Focus on infrastructure and value add for development. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Lead climate change action, new councillors urge
Councillors label climate change "a serious issue", not an emergency.