Old school rhythm and blues in town
The Flaming Mudcats are back to play favourite clubs.
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Hill climb records tumble
Damian Johnson dominated both days breaking both track records in the process.
Ngamatapouri the title, but Feilding High the renown at WRFU Club Sevens
Stacked schoolboys team unbeaten in four matches but can't contest the final.
'Pretty stoked': Taihape quinoa farmers win award
Dan and Jacqui Cottrell grow their quinoa empire, and hear about two other growers.
Latu the best rep player; Hughes the top club performer
Another glittering night at the Barracks to recognise the best and fairest.
New performers taking stage at Open Mic Night
The Taihape Musicians Club event is on tonight
2019 Wanganui Rugby Awards on Saturday
A long season of club and representative footy to be recognised at fourth annual awards.
Local Focus: Diversity brings new faces to councils
New-look councils moving with the times. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Squash: Whanganui's Kent Darlington runnerup in NZ Masters
Taihape's Emma Mullins also claims a second tier title.
How radiographers strike will affect you
Whanganui radiographers strike follow a series of strikes around the country
Māori health outcomes key focus of screening programme
The national bowel screening programme launched in Whanganui on October 22.
Local Focus: The house that Bulls built is ready for auction
Building a house to build a community centre. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Marist got the trophy, United have the development plan, Tech have a Sri Lankan international
The cricket season gets underway at Victoria Park and around the region tomorrow.
Lamb and seafood paired in chefs' competition
A chef competition and online sales are new to Turakina-based lamb marketers.
Councillor slams NZTA over SH4 closure
Helen Craig says the road is closed for no reason other than massive under-investment.
Radiographers to strike twice next week
Whanganui Hospital radiographers are set to strike again.
Local Focus: Equity for Māori is core issue for Whanganui DHB
A new holistic approach to health for Whanganui DHB. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Rugby: Wanganui prepare for must-win Heartland clash with King Country
Bonus point win needed from a opponent against whom victory is not guaranteed.
Candidates have their say on Rangitīkei priorities
There's a big line-up of candidates for the Rangitīkei District Council election.
Taihape man who did indecent acts with children avoids prison
Aidan Bowyer was sentenced to community detention and intensive supervision.
Our rugby teams play around the regions, while Koroi joins the Highlanders.
A wrap up of action from the local scene.
If it weren't for gumboots where would they be?
Taihape marks 125th with three days of celebration.
Gardening: Get the best from your blueberry patch
Gardening columnist Gareth Carter has advice on growing blueberries in Whanganui.
Man pleads not guilty to murder of Taihape's Kerrin 'Ted' Payne
Te Ao Hakopa was granted electronically monitored bail until his jury trial date in 2020.
In-house deal secures Otiwhiti's future
Otiwhiti Station sells to almost in-house syndicate committed to continuing the good work.
Rugby: Wanganui put through paces ahead of Buller trip
"A little bit of punishment" for all the penalties conceded in two straight defeats.
Whanganui pupils off to AIMS Games amid measles outbreak
Whanganui intermediate-aged students head off to the AIMS Games amidst measles outbreak.
Retaining Mangaweka Bridge cheaper than demolition
Councils to keep Mangaweka Bridge alive for cyclists and walkers.
Witty, gritty poetry to support Brain Injury Association
Performers will support Whanganui Brain Injury Association with music and verse.
Whanganui the centre of North Island property growth
"There are still suburbs in Whanganui where it is cheaper to buy a home than to rent."
National emerging business award for Summit Electrical
Todd Cowan started Waverley-based business as a sole operator. Now it has a team of 14.
Heartland Championship kicks off
Attacking forwards on a fast track, and backs who will be starters next weekend.
Six Rangitikei District Councillors to leave going into election
Rangitikei District Council to get a shake-up with lots of new faces in the election.