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Cause of central North Island power outage not determined
Power was restored to the 4000-plus homes three hours after the outage.
Four thousand central North Island properties without power
A fault on the Transpower network has cut electricity to the central North Island.
Another win for Border at Dallison Park
Border has not lost a Tasman Tanning Premier match in Waverley since June 8, 2019.
Our leaders: Jan Lawton of Workbridge on leading from the side
Listening to people's stories is key to leadership for Jan Lawton.
Taihape Work and Income centre to be upgraded
It's the first centre in the region to be improved for the benefit of clients and staff.
Winning first division Lotto ticket sold in Taihape
The ticket was sold at a Taihape supermarket
How Elton John's postponed NZ shows launched a tribute act
"I did meet Elton once ...but I never imagined I would be doing what I'm doing now."
'Pinkie' the caravan visits to raise breast cancer awareness
Around 45 women in the Whanganui DHB area are diagnosed with the disease every year.
Literacy packs donated for Whanganui infants
The Rotary Club of Wanganui North has extended its literacy projects to include babies.
Nominations open for Rangitīkei Youth Awards
The Rangitīkei Youth Awards recognise the efforts of young leaders aged 12-24.
Proposed average 5.3pc rate increase for Rangitīkei
The Rangitīkei District Council is proposing free town-centre WiFi.
Needs of Māori communities considered in vaccine rollout
Hauora ā Iwi and Māori providers are working with the Whanganui DHB and others on a plan.
Rangitīkei's bank exodus causes concern
Local leaders aren't happy about the closure of banking services.
Whanganui news in brief: Three options for future of the velodrome
Velodrome hot topic - options at meeting today
Mandate to negotiate Taihape claims achieved
After five years the claims trust has achieved mandate and hopes opposing group will join.
Thunderstorms and heavy rain predicted
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are predicted for the Taihape area today.
How a Taihape farm became landbanked
How a Taihape farm became landbanked for Treaty settlement.
Rail petition gathers support
The changing tourism landscape means there could be more stops on the main trunk line.
Taihape Area School gets rebuild a decade after flaw identified
Country town's school blighted by leaks and backed-up sewage is finally getting a rebuild.
Bartley initiative brings health care to the people
Robert Bartley and family have started a foundation to fund region health care.
Two injured after crash near Taihape
The single vehicle crash happened around 6pm on Tuesday.
Course helps people live well with diabetes
The next seven-week course in Whanganui starts in March.
Where to celebrate Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day gatherings to be held in Pātea and Taihape.
Whanganui news in brief: Airlifted to hospital following crash
The injured person was trapped and needed to be cut free of the vehicle.
Whanganui woman's crusade to raise awareness of brain injury
Nerrily Frith is raising awareness of brain injury: "It should not define who they are."
Whanganui weekend: 5 things to do
Welcome to your guide to weekend leisure, rest and relaxation.
Stats reveal drop in numbers smoking
MP and health support staff encourage smokers to get help to quit this year.
Radical re-think after Covid hits Rangitīkei tourist business
River Valley Ventures changing business in response to border closures.
Summer Programme: Step back in time with a look at our history
Get out and about with the Whanganui Summer Programme.