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OPINION: I typed 'Dear Elizabeth'. My phone changed it to: Dear Elephant.

Ross Llaneta did not expect to become a professional rower, let alone at his age.

Religious leaders want to make Suzanne Aubert the country's first Catholic saint.

Palmerston North will lose 72 buildings from its earthquake-prone list.

'We were not going to be dictated to by central Government when the timeline didn’t suit.'

The 10-day festival will bring design events to the region from October 16.

All the money raised will go directly to breast cancer support provider Sweet Louise.

OPINION: Clocks go forward one hour at 2am on Sunday.

Haimona Keelim Tamati-Te Paki tried to stop the public from learning his name.

September gardening tips include protecting plants from wind, cold and frost.

'You may experience some noise, vibration and dust.'

The iwi said the council damaged their relationship and the reputation of a young leader.

'The relationship is very strong, and it’s just a matter of continuing to grow that.'

Parent Holly Parker says families should have been consulted before the announcement.

A new lap 'starts on the hour, every hour, until there's one person left'.

Workshops, library events and excursions are planned for children of all ages.

The council says sediment was disturbed when a new water main was commissioned.

Formal consultation on Horizons' next Long-Term Plan will begin next year.

Athletics Whanganui club nights begin October 13 ahead of major events.

'I called that public meeting because we were going to lose it within that week.'

'It basically takes their ability to earn a living away from them.'

A tender campaign runs until October 28.

More than 30 art and museum educators gathered for the national symposium.

Whanganui educator Tracey Jones has used NZSL for 20 years with her family.

The Enhancing Wetlands workshop is on September 25 in Whanganui.

A man and woman, both 37, were to appear in Whanganui District Court on Tuesday.

Whanganui High School soloist Sophie Toyne won the national best vocals award.

Alekesio Vakarorogo moved within one try of the Heartland record in the defeat.

'You can talk until you’re blue in the face, but some people just don’t want to hear it'.