Whanganui news in brief: Two vehicles crash, fuel spill and more
Whanganui news in brief: No injuries after a two-vehicle crash in Sanson
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Petrolheads: Love of classic cars fosters strong bonds
Love of classic cars fosters strong bonds for Whanganui women enthusiasts.
House and car fires both suspicious
Police are treating it as suspicious, along with a car fire near Whanganui Airport.
Islands, beaches, history offer summer fun
Get out and about with the Whanganui Summer Programme.
Year in Review: July 2020
July had a tragic whale stranding, beach volunteers and wild winter weather.
Local Hero medal for Taihape woman
Michelle Fannin has been named in the top 100 contributors in local communities.
Whanganui news in brief: New rules in pipeline for whitebaiting
The Conservation Minister is expected to put new rules in place before the 2021 season.
'Tis the season! Where to watch this year's Christmas parades
Christmas Parades in Whanganui, Rangitikei and Ruapehu begin in Taihape this weekend.
Pierard and Sargisson will deliver the classics - with bubbles
High tea and jazz comes to Taihape
Rangitīkei councillors reflect on a year in the role
After a year in the role, Rangitīkei's fresh complement take stock of their work.
'Entrenched' weed suppressed at some sites
But nine pest plants in the Horizons region may be impossible to remove.
Communities split over free school lunches
Full list: Which schools will get free school lunches?
Taihape personal trainer takes to the skies for new RNZAF career
Taihape personal trainer takes to the skies for new RNZAF career.
Hospital chief wants more remote access to healthcare
Whanganui Rural Community Board members quiz provider about rural health services.
Thomas elected to farmer council, Journeaux steps down
Thomas aims to focus on improving the mental health of farmers and farm workers.
Gutsy win for Border in premier final against Taihape
The defending champs dominated play but couldn't secure the title.
Border defeats Taihape in premier club rugby final
Border beats Taihape in Whanganui's premier club rugby final.
Bubble system set up for club finals
Despite hoping for level 1, Wanganui Rugby had devised a plan for level 2
Premier semifinal: A matter of timing
The outcome of the semifinal match between Kaierau and Taihape is a complete toss-up.
Season-ending game for one team played like a quarter-final
Injuries and sinbinnings reflected the physicality of the match.
Club rugby wrap: Ruapehū gives it everything against Taihape
The final points table stayed identical to last week despite truly competitive matches.
Taihape death: Man pleads guilty to manslaughter
A man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in relation to a death in Taihape last year.
Asbestos complicating battle of large blaze in Taihape
The blaze is still burning but has been contained by firefighters.
Fire and Emergency crews race to big blaze in Taihape
The fire is under control but not fully extinguished.
Premier rugby preview: Long trip for Taihape
One side has nothing to lose and the other doesn't want to lose any more resources.
Taihape Memorial Park amenities block build halted by council
Seven councillors have voted to have the project halted while council debates.
Club rugby wrap: Border claim second win of season over Taihape
Border look likely to hang onto the Grand Hotel Challenge Shield for another season.
Results of water tests capture farmer interest
Started in 2017, the Rangitīkei Rivers Catchment Collective is still growing.
Ruapehu leap from bottom to fourth place
The win keeps alive Ruapehu's hopes of a semifinal place.
Sadly, not this year Hunterville
A slow start has left Hunterville in fifth place and too far back to make the finals.
Premier rugby crunch time
There are two high-stakes matches at either end of the six-team points table.
High noon decision
A decision on Saturday Whanganui rugby action will be made at noon on Friday.
Smooth ride to final on offer
Utiku are in second phase of a decisive two-week period in Wanganui senior rugby.
Semifinal spot beckons
A win by either Marist or Ngamatapouri on Saturday puts them in the semifinals.