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'Get out and do things': Whanganui centenarian on a life well lived
Lewanna McLean was still driving her Honda Jazz at age 96.
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'Unaffordable' for ratepayers: Council works on Sarjeant revenue strategy
The gallery is estimated to generate $32 million in annual economic activity.
'They're fantastic': 12 top school choirs set for Big Sing festival
Twelve secondary school choirs will perform at Whanganui’s Cadenza on August 10-11.
'It's lifesaving': Dairy farmer returns to muka weaving
Tracey Walker learned muka weaving as a teenager by watching her elders.
Hospice Whanganui solar grant frees funds for patient care
Savings will be reinvested in palliative care and support services.
Health NZ recovering $91.4m paid in error to providers
'Our immediate priorities are recovering the duplicate payments.'
Two charged with drugs, weapon offences after armed police operation
Armed police remain at the Whanganui River Rd property while the search is completed.
Council backs FPP voting for 'democratic participation'
The Single Transferable Vote system would cost an additional $15,000.
Family fishing trip ends in tragedy as boy, stepmother die crossing notorious river bar
Newly released findings reveal how the Pātea River Bar capsize unfolded.
'Frustrated, concerned, in the dark': Council joins Head Start exodus
Ruapehu and Rangitīkei councils have already voted against joining the pathway.
Alec McNab: Rain-soaked Glasgow saves Commonwealth Games
Alec McNab braved typical Scottish weather to watch the track and field events.
'Where the Navy can’t get to': Military takes to Whanganui River
'They need time on the water to hone their individual skills.'
PM took Defence Force flight home after National Party fundraiser
The PM described the fundraiser as a 'meeting' when interviewed.
Firefighters set to compete in manoeuvring 12-tonne firetrucks
People can watch the free event in Feilding from 9am to 3pm on Friday and Saturday.
'No risk to the public': Road closed during police operation
Whanganui River Road was temporarily closed on Wednesday morning.
Erosion in way of 'world-class facility' on Whanganui River
Whanganui District Council is formulating a 'design that works for everyone'.
What Taihape residents think of town's new unofficial title
We hit the streets of Taihape to find out what the locals thought.
From 'eyesore' to gift shop: Historic Taihape building gets new life
Wild Roses Gifts left its old Taihape post office location of 25 years in 2023.
'People are really welcoming here': Artist reflects on Whanganui residency
Claudia Jowitt’s post-residency exhibition is due within 12-18 months.
'We can only minimise': Firefighters back occupational cancer cover bill
The bill would cover 21 cancers linked to firefighters’ carcinogen exposure.
Rugby: Northern sub-union side claim Bebbington Shield
The team held off Central Hawke’s Bay 34-26 in Waipawa.
Rugby: Late Hawke's Bay surge denies Whanganui
Whanganui led 19-10 at halftime after strong forward attacks.
Three Whanganui acts step up to national Smokefreerockquest finals
Tsyrian Tahau is the first Rangitīkei College student to reach the finals.
'Incredibly difficult': Ski crowds clog Mt Ruapehu road, shuttles suffer
Road closures and full carparks are trapping visitors in queues.
‘Possible early warning signal’: Volcanic activity rises beneath Mt Ruapehu
Volcanic Alert Level 1 remains in place, with a green aviation code.
DoC to install 15 bridges and boardwalks on Great Ride trail
Works on the Mangapurua Track are set to finish in time for the busy summer season.
Crews battle 'well-involved' two-storey house fire
Fire and Emergency NZ was alerted to the fire just before 7am on Monday.
'The need is great': One-off $2m community grant unveiled
'There are so many amazing people doing things in our region.'
Government dumps funding into Balgownie landfill investigation
The project will cost $774,000, with other funding from the Whanganui District Council.
Whanganui pampas removal highlights wider invasive weed problem
The invasive weed can out-compete natives and pose fire risks.