Latest from Manawatu-Whanganui

Let's talk law: The ever-increasing regulations on our agricultural sector

For farmers across NZ there seems to be an inordinate amount of regulation

Best of 2019: McDonald's franchisee Darren Rowland: 'Ketchup in his veins'

Darren and Jacinta Rowland put in some hard slog to own three McDonald's restaurants.

Burnt-out car found in sand dunes

Police confirmed the burnt-out car had been stolen from a nearby address.

Best of 2019: Skin discovered in NZ may help resurrect Tasmanian tiger

Skin discovered in NZ may help to resurrect the extinct Tasmanian tiger.

'I've had a heavy foot' - former MP, cop, Chester Borrows licence suspended for speeding

Chester Borrows will temporarily lose his licence for clocking up too many demerit points.

Local Focus: Snell will always be remembered in Whanganui

Sir Peter Snells legacy still bringing visitors to Whanganui. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

New Zealand's One Mile Championship is back

Country's elite will contest Mile titles for the first time since 1968-69 season.

Lundy's final appeal to overturn murder conviction declined

Mark Lundy took his final shot at appealing to the Supreme Court in August.

Electric cars can now recharge in Foxton

No need for range anxiety for EV owners with charging stations along SH1 every 75km.

Girl, 15, missing for two weeks: Police fear for her safety

Jaymie, 15, has connections in Whanganui, Palmerston North and Auckland.

Suzuki Series: Table set for Whanganui after tight round at Manfeild.

Richard Cooper and Damon Rees battle in Formula 1, Richie Dibben climbing in Formula 2.

Izzy, the Halbergs, and the fight for combat sport recognition

Former local rowers and MMA exponent nominated by their sports for prestigious awards.

Famous artist to be honoured with new street name - iwi alternative not favoured

Suggestions from the subdivision developer and iwi were given to council for a decision.

Local Focus: Bee Card is a boost for buses

Bee Card creating a buzz for commuters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

DHB musters 100+ participants for Round the bridges event

The Whanganui DHB has adhered to the "bring plus one" adage 100-fold.

Local Focus: Bee Card is a boost for buses

Bee Card creating a buzz for commuters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Suzuki Series roars into life in Taupo

It is ultimate skill vs ultimate track experience in the next two rounds.

The church that love built

A special Christmas service will be held on Sunday, December 22 at 5pm.