Club rugby: Much-anticipated clash between Ratana and Hunterville
Ratana hope to go top of the table against perennial Senior favourites Hunterville
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Roading projects take precedence in land transport plan
Mayor says he has done a bit of "table-thumping" in support of improved public transport.
In pictures: Humble Humber wins day at vintage rally
Whanganui vintage rally dodged the rain for countryside jaunt.
The Monday Q&A: James Cook School principal Timu Niwa
He knew he wanted to be a teacher as soon as he started school.
Marton school celebrates Arbor Day
Beaver Tree Service donated nine trees to a Marton school.
Lack of numbers hampers community committees
Want to serve on a community committee? Now is your chance.
Suspicious car fires under investigation
Emergency services were called to two suspicious fires on Thursday morning.
Truck and train collision victim named
Police and the Transport Accident Commission are investigating the crash.
Club rugby: Winless droughts broken
There are no winless teams remaining in the Premier or Senior competitions.
Senior club rugby: 'Social' Buffalos take on winless Marton
A look at this weekend's club rugby fixtures.
Let us pray? Does prayer/karakia have a place in politics?
Councillors say time for reflection is important before decision making
Formerly derelict building an architecture award winner
Judges said the Ridgway Chambers revamp contributed 'to the reactivation of a leafy CBD'.
Person in hospital after crash near Marton
Emergency services were alerted to the crash just before 8am.
The Monday Q&A with Kyle Dalton
Whanganui's Kyle Dalton has had a varied life, with a keen interest in military history.
Covid-19 vaccination under way at Whanganui rest homes
Staff and residents at Springvale Manor have all had their first Covid-19 vaccinations.
Biggest change ever for local government 'keeping ratepayers in dark'
Rangitīkei mayor Andy Watson wants answers for ratepayers on the Three Waters changes.
Marton woman celebrates her 107th birthday
Born in 1914, May Donald celebrated her 107th birthday with friends and family.
Our leaders: Jan Lawton of Workbridge on leading from the side
Listening to people's stories is key to leadership for Jan Lawton.
Letters: New industry needed in Rangitīkei
Readers have their say on the Marton Rail Hub and the Government's "winners and losers".
Marton's 'amazing' $1.3 million playground is officially open
It includes the longest swing set in New Zealand
Marton Rail Hub: Could rezoning spook the horses?
Rezoning 40ha of rural Marton land for industry has been approved - but subject to appeal.
Nominations open for Rangitīkei Youth Awards
The Rangitīkei Youth Awards recognise the efforts of young leaders aged 12-24.
Minor fires in Marton overnight
The Marton Brigade was called to two small incidents over a few hours.
Proposed average 5.3pc rate increase for Rangitīkei
The Rangitīkei District Council is proposing free town-centre WiFi.
Whanganui reacts to Prince Philip's death
Mayor Hamish McDouall says the Duke of Edinburgh "never took himself too seriously".
Needs of Māori communities considered in vaccine rollout
Hauora ā Iwi and Māori providers are working with the Whanganui DHB and others on a plan.
City booming as Easter Weekend events attract thousands
Events and weather conspire to make for a lively Easter weekend in Whanganui.
Rangitīkei's bank exodus causes concern
Local leaders aren't happy about the closure of banking services.
New playground to open after four years of 'blood, sweat and tears'
Te Rūnanga o Ngā Wairiki Ngāti Apa has worked closely with the playground's designers.
Wanganui Rugby faces big 2021, including the 'H'
The Wanganui Rugby Football Union will add the controversial 'H" to its name.
Artists Open Studios remains busy over second weekend
Artists in Whanganui and surrounding areas have been welcoming visitors to their studios.
What a whopper! You won't believe how much this pumpkin weighs
Crowds flocked to Sir James Wilson Park on Sunday.
Whanganui weekend: five things to do
Welcome to your guide to weekend leisure, rest and relaxation.