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Teenage Whanganui kayak sensation a standout at NZ nationals

Angus Sewell, who's just 15, took home 10 medals from the NZ canoe sprint championships.

Comment: Fuel price increase adds to challenge for forestry sector

Marcus Musson writes he expects another turbulent year ahead for the industry.

Athletics: Relays a good way of bringing teams to the sport

Whanganui Collegiate has, for more than four decades, held a relay involving all students.

Food waste service opposed, while kerbside recycling is wanted

"I also don't fancy food sitting in a bin getting smelly for a week."

Man tried to have sex with unconscious woman he didn't know in hospital ED

Cao Cuong Nguyen was found guilty but challenged the verdict. He's now lost that appeal.

Two more deaths with Covid-19 in Whanganui region

The two people were among 28 more deaths with Covid-19 reported by the Ministry of Health.

28 Covid-related deaths, 7970 new community cases today

There are 381 people in hospital with the virus, including 10 in intensive care.

Date revealed for 2023 Masters Games in Whanganui

Two new members have joined the Masters Games organising team.

Pat Seconi: Volunteer of the Month

Pat Seconi: Volunteer of the Month

Comment: Clear head leads to more work energy

Having something to look forward to energises and brings new ideas, Russell Bell writes

Whanganui bodybuilder, 17, drops 40kg as she wins championship

'You can't have a good upper body and have SpongeBob legs. That doesn't work.'

Local builder grapples with Gib shortage

One seller in Ohakune was selling Gib boards at a price of $410 each.

Covid minister's warning after 9173 new cases, 14 deaths reported

There are 385 people in hospital with the virus, including 13 in intensive care.

Green MP's Bill could give 'teeth' to Whanganui's alcohol policy

Swarbrick seeks Whanganui support for alcohol amendment bill.

Whanganui region has 97 new Covid-19 cases

There is currently one person in Whanganui Hospital with Covid-19.

Iwi environment unit 'big step up' for regional council

Taranaki Regional Council has an agreement with iwi post-settlement governance entities.

Mental health ward to become smoke-free

Vapes are being provided as the DHB said they are 95 per cent less harmful than smoking

Te Pūkenga - 'most significant change to vocational education in decades'

From next year, all ākonga (students) will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, formerly UCOL.