Rotorua's Stephen Parker wins the 3 Bridges Marathon in Whanganui
A field of locals, internationals, amateurs and former Olympians take to the pavement
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Tres Hombres markets three core chilli sauces - but will cook other recipes to order.
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A 33-year old mother of three has is an inspiration to those seeking to upskill.
Squash players honoured
Taihape win Team of the Year, while Whanganui players win Referee and Masters titles.
Whanganui Athletic women unbeaten
Whanganui Athletic unbeaten 7 from 7 in Manawatu premier women's softball league.
'It felt like my two worlds had come back together' - Keedwell's council role
Rachel Keedwell has chosen a hybrid electric vehicle for her chairing role at Horizons.
Suzuki Series roars into life in Taupo
It is ultimate skill vs ultimate track experience in the next two rounds.
Donations welcome to support Samoa amid measles outbreak
A fundraiser will be held in Marton on December 14 in support of those in need in Samoa.
Softball: Blood noses and amateur theatrics
The Athletic women had a wasted drive to Palmerston North at the weekend.
Local Focus: Because Methven - why comedy is coming to the provinces
Playing the regions to rehearse their Netflix special. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
OneRoof report: First home buyers dominate market
Castlecliff is top selling Whanganui suburb
Speedway: Charlie Berntsen trophy on the line on Sunday at Oceanview
'The Charlie' is a coveted prize for all drivers.
Local Focus: Minister delivers more putea to forestry and related industries
Focus on infrastructure and value add for development. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Lead climate change action, new councillors urge
Councillors label climate change "a serious issue", not an emergency.
Whanganui athletes retain regional title
Hopefully missing athletes will be available for New Zealand Schools championships.
Hundreds of jobs possible if Marton bioplastics factory succeeds
The pilot plant in Marton is expected to be up and running by early 2022.
Softball: Unbeaten run continues
Athletic dealt to second-placed Kingswood Anahera 17-7 on Saturday.
Five charged with killing young dad
Codi Jarmen Wilkinson was found dead in September.
Jetsprints: Whanganui superboat drivers can't complete opening Featherston round
Dropping the points from one of the six rounds could prove useful for the locals.
Speedway: Sidecar and Ray Purdy Memorial titles decided at Oceanview
Also, Dion Mooney picks up big win in Huntly.
'We dance in the streets': Marton pulls huge crowd
The little town of Marton was packed for its annual market day.
Softball history remembered in ballpark name change
A request to formally change the name that's on council records has been put forward.
'Local Hero' says it's all about the team
Jemal Weston's services to rowing have been recognised with a Local Hero Award.
Badminton: Sharrock shuttles between codes
Chris Sharrock winds down his national badminton coaching duties to resume cricket.
Māori arts students create new traditions
Māori fibre artists display a wide ranges of styles at their Whanganui showcase.
Matron Catherine Scrimgeour 'ahead of her time'
Catherine Scrimgeour was a firm but kind matron, and a staunch supporter of nurses.
Highs and lows
Two emphatic wins, a huge loss and a default on Whanganui score sheets.
'Pretty stoked': Taihape quinoa farmers win award
Dan and Jacqui Cottrell grow their quinoa empire, and hear about two other growers.
Cricket: Wanganui goes with pace attack at home against Hawke's Bay
Spinners replaced for batting and retention of the speed bowlers for possible wet pitch
Cricket Wanganui's game plan
An announcement on Cricket Wanganui's future direction expected by Christmas.
Athletes nearing peak
Breaking records and posting personal bests augurs well for the nationals.
CD Stags in the hunt - Ben Smith plays his part
The CD Stags are stalking the Firebirds for Plunket Shield glory.