Whanganui Chronicle
Whanganui council to fix 27km of roads this summer
The council will apply new chipseal to 41 roads and streets by March.
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'Becoming a life necessity': Water restrictions planned for Raetihi
A 'substantial water management process' is in the works.
'Flying diamond': Photographer spends years capturing kōtare for new book
It features 60 photos of New Zealand’s only native kingfisher, mostly taken in Whanganui.
Rangitīkei council to kit up in netball game to mark Centennial Park courts reopening
Rangitīkei Mayor Andy Watson says he is in a race against time to find a skirt to wear.
Fonterra signs deal for Karioi solar farm, Tangiwai farm to be consented
Fonterra will take 80% of Karioi Farm's output under a long-term power purchase deal.
Taco Bell still in works for Whanganui
'A lot goes into opening a new restaurant.'
'Strong interest' in former Riding for Disabled land
Tenders for the London St property close on December 10.
Athletics: Excellent performances for Whanganui in teams competition
The depleted Whanganui squad came within 15 points of winning the round 2 competition.
Whanganui cyclists excel in Tour of Southland
Finn Murphy said his podium finish was the highlight of his cycling career so far.
'Unique opportunity': Couple take over Four Square, plan bigger store
Hayden and Tori Lind took over Four Square St Johns on November 9.
Council posts $25.1m deficit after flight school write-off
'If we just rely on cutting costs and services, in my view, we’ll start going backwards.'
'Incredibly rewarding': Rare native plant thriving thanks to Tongariro prisoners
The nursery resembles a commercial one, with up to 15 prisoners working at any one time.
Lake Wiritoa pines cut down to improve safety, save costs
A resident paid $2500 towards buying half of the 1500 planned native plants.
Nicky Rennie: A bad decision doesn’t define you
OPINION: The easiest thing to do when you slip is to beat yourself up.
Faulty valves and hydrants delay Castlecliff sand clearing
Issues with sediment, sand and water discolouration were first reported on September 7.
‘Eye-opening’ survey reveals region's food insecurity
In Manawatū-Whanganui, 22% faced severe food insecurity, second only to Northland.
Ratepayers subsidise council's alcohol licensing service
Recovering the full amount would require a fee increase of 11.1%.
How a Christmas tree farm prepares for the most wonderful time of the year
The farm has nearly 1700 trees, with about 420 available for sale each year.
Christmas 'cloud' has many silver linings
OPINION: Kevin Page hits the gym to reduce his blood pressure before the festive frenzy.
Warmer summer threatens to raise toxic algae risk at swim spots
Cyanobacteria sometimes produce toxins harmful to animals and humans.
'We declare it a success': Heavy rain no match for inaugural rowing spectacle
Nearly 40 boats raced on the Whanganui River, despite heavy rain, on November 7.
'Real vote of confidence': Carl Bates re-elected in Whanganui
'I haven’t taken anything for granted,' the National Party MP says.
'He became an institution': Whanganui Collegiate stalwart remembered
Dickenson served under five headmasters over 37 years and acted as headmaster three times.
Hipango-Brownlie returns for third parliamentary stint
The former Whanganui MP for National is back in Parliament with a new party, NZ First.
Ngarewa-Packer says Māori voters 'had confidence in our strategy'
'You've got to work very hard to advocate for such a large Māori electorate.'
'Don't get carried away': Hipkins, Peters urge caution about interpreting results too early
National and Labour are close.