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Muggy Easter weekend expected as subtropical system hits Whanganui
Taihape, Taumarunui and parts of Taranaki are under a strong wind watch.
Police crack down on road safety
During the four-day operation, 7755 drivers were breath tested.
Meth-accused driver in triple-fatal crash named, survivor labels him a ‘scumbag’
Garth Temokina Thompson can now be identifed as the man charged over Taihape crash.
'Huge relief': Residents on winding Napier-Taihape Rd delighted as log trucks taken off
'There were up to 50-odd units of logging trucks a day, it made it really dangerous.'
Rooted in history: Family garden gains national recognition
A childhood home has been transformed into a nationally recognised garden of significance.
Taihape’s Les Clarke awarded King’s Service Medal
'If I saw a gap, if I saw something that needed to be done, I’d do my best to do it.'
Three injured, one rescued from vehicle in Taihape crash
'One person was trapped.'
'Knowledge is power': Highway closures for Christmas parades
NZ Transport Agency warns drivers of road closures in Rangitīkei district.
Three motorcyclists killed in crash were with social club: Another dies in separate bike collision
Four motorcyclists and a car were involved in crash near Taihape at 8.10am today.
Triple tragedy: Three dead after four motorbikes and car crash near Taihape
Emergency services also rushing to second motorbike crash at Tihoi, Bay of Plenty.
Refrigerated truck crashes in Taihape blocking road
A person was treated for minor injuries.
Spring Fling to celebrate grandstand centennial
Taihape’s Spring Fling and Memorial Park Grandstand centennial takes place on Saturday.
Huriwaka Wind Farm makes fast-track list
The wind farm near Taihape would be big enough to power 150,000 homes.
Rugby: Waverley's Cowan to coach inaugural NZ Heartland Under-20s
The team will take on the New Zealand Māori Under-18 Ngā Whatukura side.
'Ridiculous situation': MBIE reverses council notice to fix
'It seemed absurd that the council would take this position.'
'Bleak future' fears after mill closures
Community leaders say the impact will be widespread across Ruapehu and surrounding region.
'Right fair and just': Rangitīkei votes on Māori wards
Mayor Andy Watson says everybody has the right to know how councillors stand on the issue.
'No one is going to want to live here': Proposed mill closure threatens town
The proposed closure of two large North Island mills is already hurting the local economy.
Person seriously injured after logging truck rolls
"We did have three fire trucks, a Hazmat unit and a support vehicle there.”
Showers hitting Whanganui this weekend
'The best chance for any outdoor excursions would be Saturday morning.'
Leaky school's rebuild delayed; now deemed earthquake-prone
Taihape Area School's rebuild is now scheduled for 2025.
Whanganui ambulance officers under pressure
Patients may have to self-transport to hospital or a medical clinic during planned strike.
Young musical talent wanted for Gumboots Band
Young Rangitīkei musicians boosted by district council.
Step forward for Taihape Town Hall revitalisation
The journey begins for Taihape's beloved town hall to reopen.
Kiwi racing legend appointed MotoGP chief steward
Simon Crafar takes over from Freddie Spencer, aka Fast Freddie.
Chronicle Q&A: Taylah Barrett on sporting aspirations and sushi
'It’s satisfying being able to make tackles, especially because I’m so small.'
Rugby: Battle of 'Incomparables' and 'Kaiwakas'
Border and Kaierau meet in the premier final at Cooks Gardens on Saturday.