Athletes nearing peak
Breaking records and posting personal bests augurs well for the nationals.
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Severe weather warning for Bay of Plenty and Gisborne
Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms could be on the way for Bay of Plenty and Gisborne.
Rugby: Waisake Naholo ready to go with London Irish
Whanganui's former All Black all set for fresh start in the Gallagher Premiership.
Basketball: U13 champs invited to Taupo tournament
The exclusive tournament is hosted by former top hoopster Everard Bartlett in Taupo.
Athletics Whanganui: Expectations exceeded
The small group of Whanganui athletics exceeded expectations in Inglewood.
International turnout to see first sod turned at wind farm
Local and international guests marked the formal start to building Waipipi Wind Farm.
Bargains galore as collectors flock to Whanganui fair
Eager buyers at St John retro fair
Squash: Whanganui's Kent Darlington runnerup in NZ Masters
Taihape's Emma Mullins also claims a second tier title.
Doing it for Guisey
There will not be a dry eye in the house if Nymph Monet wins the Feilding Cup.
Wanganui looked settled, but are they in form?
Handy team with balance in the bowlers and experience in batting named for opening match
Athletics: Run like the wind
Athletes are battling strong winds on club nights as they get back to full fitness.
New tanker 'could save a house' - rural fire officer says
Former Whanganui rural fire truck will be moved to Taumarunui.
Cricket: Bruce back from injury
Ironically, Tom Bruce to returns from injury to cover for injury.
Rees and Mooney the standouts on opening night
Drivers getting an idea of conditions ahead of NZ Champs in January.
Speedway season opens in Whanganui at Oceanview on Sunday
Big local season in build up to hosting New Zealand Superstock Championships.
Man due in court on murder charge
A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged with Feona McKay-Patea's murder.
Locals come runnerup to the Wellingtonians at Wanganui Golf Club
Interprovincial Wellington squads too strong at the Belmont Links course.
More measles vaccines available in Whanganui
Despite no cases of measles in Whanganui, immunisation remains a top priority.
Cricket: Whanganui's Jess Watkin receives NZC Development Contract
Chance for second tier players on national level to get into or back to the White Ferns
Regional council chair's ads 'unfair'
A rival candidate has complained to the Auditor-General about election advertising.
Local brews on tap for inaugural festival
Breweries from around the region come together for the River City Craft Beer Festival.
Golf: Battle at Belmont for coveted trophies
The Wanganui Golf Club hosts a coveted three competition quadrangular.
Former deputy takes South Taranaki reins
South Taranaki has a new mayor and a close contest in Te Hāwera ward.
Pennefather and Spence off to national Over 50's tournament
Martin Pennefather and Andrew Spence looking to be selected in NZ Over 50's squad.
Conservation Comment: Fireworks at Petroleum Conference protest
This year's Petroleum Conference was held in secret ... why?
Old hands make light work in rowing finale
The Tonks Trophy marked the end of the Blinkhorne and Carroll Winter Rowing series.
Whanganui lads make basketball history
Whanganui squad wins the BBNZ U13 Central Regional Boys B Grade Basketball Championship.
Māori Party comeback bid: Debbie Ngarewa-Packer selected for critical Te Hauāuru seat
Māori Party's Debbie Ngarewa-Packer is now in strong position to become party leader.
Nothing but net
The Whanganui boys are into the semifinals of the U13 Central Regional Basketball Champs.
Ngamatapouri projects leading the way
The Taranaki Environmental Awards feature two projects at Ngamatapouri.
Art Deco on trial
Matron's paddock beckons Taranaki Breeders Stakes contender Art Deco.
Ruapehu locals brace for long-term closure of SH4
Ruapehu businesses and services are making long-term plans to deal with the road closure.
Local named in Emergency Management Assistance Team
Anthony Edwards brings seven years of civil defence experience to the team.
Your chance to see award-winning works from emerging clay artist
A Rick Rudd Foundation award winner has found his form in clay work.