Council officers' preferred option is to do nothing but councillors can still intervene.

'We want to contribute to the community positively, not be a burden.'

The Awa Run raised money for remote students.

Lesley Brooks, 46, was a member of the Road Pirates MC. Cause of crash remains in doubt.

Police said it was too early to comment on the cause of the crash.

Four motorcyclists and a car were involved in crash near Taihape at 8.10am today.

Emergency services also rushing to second motorbike crash at Tihoi, Bay of Plenty.

'Even if in our lifetime we’re only impacting one survivor, I feel like it’s worth it.'

'People are seeing next year as brighter and better'

'Whatever model we end up with, it will bring significant changes.'

Midgets are one of the glamour classes of New Zealand speedway.

'There were literally thousands and thousands of people tested.'

Road users are advised to avoid the area.

Will the weather play ball for Whanganui's weekend festivities?

The Blake Construction Jury Cup returns this weekend.

Whanganui Council to discuss world-first indigenous-council partnership at public events.

One of the country's oldest pubs has revamped its garden bar.

Whanganui's courthouse is 'not fit for purpose', Justice Minister says.

Two helicopters have been sent to the house fire.

'The wind’s got up and reignited it.'

A person was treated for minor injuries.

'The driver of the car actually drove off.'

The pool was given a reprieve.

Whanganui has 26 athletes at the Secondary School Championships, with three from Marton.

'Unusually warm, even hot, will be a theme for the summer season.'

One person was taken to Palmerston North Hospital.

Sign language and food trucks are new additions to Whanganui's 75th Carols by Candlelight.

'There is a lot going on behind the scenes.'

'Whanganui has this presence that captivates you and a real sense of community.'