Jailed 'cold-blooded' killer still denies stabbing German hitchhiker 20 years ago
Michael Scott Wallace is now eligible for parole after murdering Birgit Brauer in 2005.
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Independent council committee chair quits
Paul Bayly is 'pursuing other business opportunities'.
Gareth Carter: Why winter is the perfect time to plant roses
King's Birthday marks the arrival of new season roses.
Culture v nature: Bushy Park trustee 'devastated' as funding declined
'It really isn’t a lot of money,' says wildlife sanctuary supporter.
Shelley Loader: Why success is more than money and career
OPINION: Success varies by individual, often balancing career, community, and creativity.
Regional events fund delivers boost
The Government fund has allocated grants to events in Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu.
'Honoured': Pétra Allen steps into role as Whanganui Rugby chair
Jason Caskey and Aaron Currie are the board's new members.
Gone for good? Troublesome freedom camping sites on chopping block
Public consultation on a new council bylaw runs from June 3 to July 3.
Whisking it all for carrot cake triumph
The Ohakune Carrot Carnival started in 1971.
Whanganui Arts Review returns after two-year hiatus
This marks the 35th year of New Zealand’s longest-running open-call art exhibition.
Carrots, cars, country music: King’s Birthday weekend events
The weather is not looking great for Whanganui and region, with showers and wind expected.
Councillors sound alarm on ‘evil twin’ bill
A councillor has urged her council to take a stand against the Regulatory Standards Bill.
'No one does ops like Kat': NZ loses athletics high performance leader
She will join Athletics Australia as head of performance environments and operations.
Apartment plan for Native Land Court building
A business case will be workshopped with district councillors in July.
Tūroa Ski Field amps up for winter season
After a period of uncertainty, Tūroa Ski Field is ready for the 2025 season.
Council floats supergroup proposal for community feedback
Ruapehu is considering a “potentially more beneficial” water services partnership.
Motorcycle taken from fatal crash scene, police seek public's help
A 25-year-old man died. His motorbike was removed by a group of riders.
'Fools rush in': Calico Line pathway project delayed
Construction on Marton’s Calico Line shared pathway will start in November.
Whanganui pool tragedy: Coroner questions how lifeguard thought boy was just 'holding his breath'
Further investigations revealed the 7-year-old was unresponsive.
Odour issues at wastewater plant may finally be 'put to bed'
A wet scrubber or bio-filter will be installed at Whanganui's wastewater treatment plant.
Singer shines with forgotten song from Kiwi music royalty
'Normally, things get quieter in the winter but not this year.'
NZQA heads to pilot academy as safety investigation begins
Whanganui Mayor Andrew Tripe says 'tough questions will be asked'.
Fatal crash near Whanganui closes road for three hours
Emergency services responded to the crash near Okoia at 7pm on Monday.
Rugby: Kaierau remain unbeaten
But victory came at a cost for the Premier table leaders.
Toddler drowns in septic tank: Coroner says focus should be on safety, not blame
Whanganui toddler Kelvin Chand fell into an uncovered septic tank on lifestyle block.
Rugby: Marist extend streak in thriller
It's the team's third victory on the trot.
Kevin Page: Misstep in recovery journey brings unexpected challenge
OPINION: A local resident thanked us for providing the afternoon's entertainment.
Grounded: Pilot academy investigated after safety complaints
The academy is permitted to lease aircraft while the investigation is carried out.
An epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZ
An inspiring, astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for missing Marokopa family.
'Never seen anything like it': Four injuries after three-vehicle crash closes SH1
One person has life-threatening injuries.
Late advice shake-up forces councils to rethink water reform plans
New guidelines suggest 50,000 connections for cost efficiency.
Preserving native bush and local history on the 'perfect farm'
Former South Taranaki mayor's conservation efforts on his family's dairy farm.