NZ Jetsprint Championship ready for round 2 action in Whanganui
The same 43 boats will be competing in Whanganui. It was a surprise that Matt Hareb and Hayden…
Whanganui farrier Kevin Schimanski dies in polo match accident
“He was always willing to help anyone out,” she told the Herald. “He taught many people how to…
Documentary in the works about forgotten Whanganui clothing brand established by Norwegian sailmaker
“I’ve talked to James Boyd, who worked there until the end of the 1970s, putting domes on the…
Whanganui cyclist Glenn Haden smashes national record for hour distance, sets masters world record
“I’d done all the winter mileage, so I thought I could use it for some sort of purpose.”…
Whanganui teen Zoe Anderson becomes youngest solo woman to finish Crazyman multisport race
“That was probably one of the toughest races I’ve ever been in but the feeling when you cross…
One person dead after helicopter crash near Whanganui
Police and the Transport Accident Investigation Commission are investigating the fatal helicopter crash. Photo / NZME A person…
Large vegetation fire in forestry block breaks out near Parikino, Whanganui
Fire and Emergency earlier urged motorists to give plenty of room on the local roads for the big…
Two people found dead at Ruatiti property as homicide probe begins
He said there will be a heightened police presence in the area as the investigation progresses. Police said…
Doug Tate named new Whanganui District Council chief executive
Tate became Central Hawke’s Bay council chief executive in 2022, leading the organisation through Cyclone Gabrielle the following…
Whanganui buildings awarded two of three Heritage prizes at New Zealand Architecture Awards
“Working with Ralph Roberts and Warren and Mahoney was a real once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” The $79.4 million gallery reopened…
Horse racing: Famous colours hit milestone for industry icon Sir Peter Vela
“I thought there would be a bit of speed on, but in the end I got an easy…
Brent Cooper named new associate director for mental health and addiction at Whanganui Hospital
Cooper has more than 20 years of experience in mental health and addiction at MidCentral and spent the…