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Whanganui 16-year-old to represent Philippines Rowing on international stage
Ross Llaneta did not expect to become a professional rower, let alone at his age.
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Cue the awareness: Whanganui pub fundraises for breast cancer
All the money raised will go directly to breast cancer support provider Sweet Louise.
'A snake in the grass': Cop stole $68,000 from pensioner he was meant to be helping
Haimona Keelim Tamati-Te Paki tried to stop the public from learning his name.
Gareth Carter: My top tips for spring gardening
September gardening tips include protecting plants from wind, cold and frost.
'Badly worn or failing': Road resealing to start in central Whanganui
'You may experience some noise, vibration and dust.'
Ngāti Rangi blasts Horizons over complaints process
The iwi said the council damaged their relationship and the reputation of a young leader.
Iwi want early say in South Taranaki council decisions
'The relationship is very strong, and it’s just a matter of continuing to grow that.'
'Difficult decision': Whanganui's oldest kindergarten to close
Parent Holly Parker says families should have been consulted before the announcement.
'A special breed': Inside Whanganui's first backyard ultra marathon
A new lap 'starts on the hour, every hour, until there's one person left'.
What's on in Whanganui these school holidays
Workshops, library events and excursions are planned for children of all ages.
'Whole house is redundant': Castlecliff residents battle sand in taps
The council says sediment was disturbed when a new water main was commissioned.
'A real shame': Council votes down regional public transport funding
Formal consultation on Horizons' next Long-Term Plan will begin next year.
Athletics: Busy track and field season ahead
Athletics Whanganui club nights begin October 13 ahead of major events.
Hāwera cinemas given second chance under new trustees
'I called that public meeting because we were going to lose it within that week.'
Tradies urged to be cautious as tool thefts increase
'It basically takes their ability to earn a living away from them.'
Brutalist 'cube' building in central Whanganui for sale
A tender campaign runs until October 28.
Art educators put Whanganui in spotlight
More than 30 art and museum educators gathered for the national symposium.
'Like any other language - the more you use it, the better you’ll get'
Whanganui educator Tracey Jones has used NZSL for 20 years with her family.
'Kidneys in the landscape': Farmers learn how wetlands protect waterways
The Enhancing Wetlands workshop is on September 25 in Whanganui.
Two arrested over Whanganui shoplifting and wilful damage
A man and woman, both 37, were to appear in Whanganui District Court on Tuesday.
Tangata Beats champions: Ngā Hau e Whā win music gear, recording package
Whanganui High School soloist Sophie Toyne won the national best vocals award.
Strong finish not enough as Whanganui fall to champions
Alekesio Vakarorogo moved within one try of the Heartland record in the defeat.
New bus service booming but pushback remains
'You can talk until you’re blue in the face, but some people just don’t want to hear it'.
Dane Whale notches 100 games for Steelform Whanganui
He follows father Kerry Whale into Whanganui's 100-game club.
The Great Scroll: A modern TV nightmare
OPINION: I’ve come to the conclusion that modern television isn’t designed to be watched.
Woman charged with dangerous driving and causing injury after crash
The crash happened at 5pm on Friday and involved a pedestrian and a vehicle.
'Your word is your bond': Car dealer bows out after 53 years
'It’s not just talking about cars. It’s talking about how life’s going.'
Council emissions plan avoids 'giant footprint on rates bill'
The council is not embarking on 'an enormous, expensive crusade to save the planet'.
Whanganui ED patient turnover hits almost seven times capacity
Whanganui Hospital's emergency department reached 253% capacity during a winter surge.