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$14 million assigned for redevelopment of Taihape Town Hall
The building has been closed since 2021 after it was identified as earthquake-prone.

Election 2023: Suze Redmayne will be first female MP for Rangitīkei
Redmayne's immediate plans included increasing the police presence in Feilding.

Roading contract highlights Rangitīkei road issues
The district mayor said some of the roads in the region were difficult to use at times.

'It was a really good day': The Hoff greets fans in Taihape
Between 50 and 100 people flocked to the filming location to meet the Baywatch star.

'Gardening is not like putting wallpaper up': Gordon Collier on crafting a successful garden
The 88-year-old Taihape garden designer has some tips for first-time growers.

Further traffic management on SH1 after geotechnical inspections
A reactivated landslide had caused cracking on the section of highway.

'A huge loss': Taihape shop owner gets marching orders
The business currently employs five staff.

Whanganui Act candidate Craig Dredge focused on party vote
'It’s not about me, it’s about the party and the party vote.'

Snow watch issued for Taihape and north Whanganui
Whanganui City recorded thunderstorm conditions and near-gale-force winds.

State Highway 1 reopened between Taihape and Waiōuru
The Desert Road section of the highway remains closed.

Signature move: Alleged building consent forgeries investigated
The Rangitīkei mayor says preliminary conversations indicate cases in his district.

'We’ve created a bit of a monster': Taihape businesses up for sale
The businesses, buildings and land come as “one big package”.

Person airlifted to hospital after Taihape truck crash
Traffic delays likely after truck rolls.

Club rugby: Northern derby Premier success for Taihape
Taihape had a 41-7 win over Ruapehu to make it a double in the northern sub-union derby.

Club rugby: Rare win for Marist over Taihape
A wrap of the weekend's Premier and Senior club rugby in Whanganui.

Step forward for central North Island wind farm proposal
The wind farm would generate enough energy to power thousands of central district homes.

Courthouse security report: People could be 'killed, injured'
Ohakune courthouse remains closed after nine 'key identified risks' were highlighted.

Horizons Regional Council: Collect good wood for winter
In 2016, air pollution from domestic fires was associated with 962 deaths.

Heavy rain watch for Taihape area
Heavy rain is expected for 12 hours from 10pm Friday, February 24.

Intensive winter grazing workshops confirmed
Workshops for farmers will be held in Hunterville, Ohakune and Taihape.

Rural sports awards finalists named
Finalists for the Norwood Rural Sports Awards named

Whanganui region braces for Cyclone Gabrielle
Whanganui is expected to be hit by severe southeast gusts on Tuesday.

My Perfect Weekend: Weekend spent at home works a treat
Taihape Community Development Trust co-ordinator Pania Winiata wants a quiet weekend.

Taihape's famous Gumboot Day and A&P Show back in style for 2023
Dust off the gumboots for a day of friendly competition and family fun in Taihape

Taihape Memorial Park grandstand to get heritage status
The official listing will coincide with Gumboot Day and the A&P Show.

Taihape trailblazers recognised with shop window plaques
The Taihape People project offers windows to the past and inspiration for the future.

My perfect weekend: Andy Watson
The Rangitīkei mayor enjoys getting outdoors and spending time with his granddaughters.

Most mayoral candidates oppose plan for Three Waters
Only two mayoral candidates in Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu support the current plan.

Mixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefuls
Just over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.