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Any-time roll change for Māori voters 'huge' improvement, says councillor
Elijah Pue says the move will help remove barriers to voting
World record in teen shearer's sights
Taihape's Reuben Alabaster will attempt the record later this year.
Budget 2022: Whanganui region leaders outline their wishlists
Finance Minister Grant Robertson will deliver the Budget on Thursday, May 19, at 2pm.
Ruapehu Wellness Centre project still in first phase
"It's more than just bricks and mortar, it's a whole integrated service."
Ruapehu mayor opposed to council's coalition support
However, members of the C4LD coalition believe their plan will "rescue" water reforms.
Cyclists flock to Mountains to Sea trails
The trails cover 400km across Whanganui and Ruapehu
RAL offers landlords incentive to accommodate staff
Landlords can choose from a range of rewards in return for offering accommodation
Ruapehu council divided on pokies policy
Mayor Don Cameron had to use his casting vote in the split decision.
Firefighters called to Kakatahi blaze
A fire crew was called on Tuesday night to extinguish a group of burning trees.
Person taken to hospital after car rolls near Raetihi
The vehicle rolled off the road and came to a stop in a nearby paddock.
Landmark Raetihi temple closer to restoration
The project will cost about $1 million and funding applications have been sent out.
New owners behind wheel at Wanganui Toyota
The dealership has joined the Manawatu & TRC Toyota group
'It's a dog's breakfast': Ruapehu joins Three Waters revolt
Mayor Don Cameron warned the move would gain nothing but was outvoted.
Explained: How to use a RAT kit to test for Covid
RATs take just 20 minutes to get a result versus days for PCR testing.
Spate of crashes across wider Whanganui region
The crashes were in Whanganui, Bulls and Raetihi.
Rescue helicopter flies two children to hospital
The two incidents occurred in Raetihi and Ohakune.
Councils seek Government funding for rail business case
The push is on to resume a service between Auckland and Wellington.
Businesses brace for life in phase 2
They are going through an "unusually difficult time".
'I'm out of ideas this time'
Ruapehu hospitality businesses are struggling after missing out on summer visitors.
Commemoration of the region's first NZ rail disaster at Ōngarue
Passengers on the train were from Whanganui, Raetihi, Ohakune and Marton.
PGF-funded marae upgrade project nears completion
A $16 million marae renovation programme is drawing to a close.
How water quality at Whanganui's swim spots stacks up
Sea swimming generally good this year - Dudding Lake and some rivers variable to poor.
Iwi collective reviews approach to vaccinations
A change of tack will be needed to boost numbers in hard-to-reach areas.
Iwi collective chipping away at critical first vaccinations
Māori health providers say there are low daily numbers of first vaccinations.
Kerri Gowler up for Halberg Award
Olympic gold medallist joins rowing partner Grace Prendergast as team of the year nominee.
Where to go for water adventures around the region
This region has got you covered, no matter what you're into
Iwi collective's Covid-19 data system guides rapid response jab rollout
Mobile vaccination units can be sent "exactly to where the people really need us".
The 90% Project: Whanganui DHB closes in on milestone as country hits 90%
The Rangitīkei and South Taranaki districts are now 90 per cent fully vaccinated.
Ruapehu council wants a sinking lid policy for pokies
The public can make submissions on the proposal until February 4.
Thunderstorms forecast this afternoon
Wednesday's sunny start may give way to yet more rain.
Another Covid-19 case discovered in Ruapehu, total now sits at 4
A new case of Covid-19 was discovered in Taumarunui on Tuesday.