The council is spending $160,000 on a business case for the new entity.

Local sustainability projects can apply for their share of $50,000 in financial support.

"It won’t be a cheap process."

“The cause of the outage is under investigation.”

'The power was out for just under 6 hours.'

'Thursday is the day to be planning your indoor activities.'

If a dog is not claimed after seven days, it becomes council property.

'It’s amazing the timber has survived under the ground for that long.'

Whanganui sit second with just one round to go.

There had been 'a general feeling of unease' among staff last summer.

The team finished fourth-equal at the regional competition in Wellington.

The flight reportedly experienced wind shear just before touchdown.

Winds of September are a reminder to be prepared

'There are a lot of genuine people out there that want to help.'

'It’s what you feel on the ground and people on the ground are doing it tough.'

The numbers also show what age group has the most convictions

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Whanganui Council is set to review alcohol sale policies and asks for residents' opinions.

Change clocks this Sunday; remember to check smoke alarm batteries too!

The Butcher Boys travel to Levin for the penultimate round.

Whanganui District Council approved $570,000 for the work in its 10-year plan.

'The dogs in Waverley are out of control.'

The team will take on the New Zealand Māori Under-18 Ngā Whatukura side.

'If people have early-morning plans, make sure to rug up nice and warm.'

Wanganui Centre held its annual Handy Dog Trial at Papahaua Station

Up to five of the events will have World Athletics bronze status.

'Hotter, drier weather is needed for more permanent solutions.'

Winner looks forward to creating a work space that is not her kitchen table.

The region faces the significant threat of eruptions and lahars.