Whanganui
Whanganui DHB to expand testing after low numbers
Essential workers will be targeted in a bid to ramp up Covid-19 testing in the region, which has some of the lowest testing numbers nationally.
Nuts about Pigs
It's nearly time for the walnut harvest at Nuts 'n May Orchard near Whanganui. The farm's also a heritage pig stud. When Sally Round visited Hel Loader in the spring, her trees were in bloom and her… Audio
Photographer Laurence Aberhart returns to Whanganui
He was the first ever artist-in-residence at Whanganui's Tylee Cottage, and now, 34 years later, Laurence Aberhart is the first to return. Laurence first spent time at the cottage in 1986, and… Audio
International students help pilot academy to take off
A flight school snapped up on TradeMe five years ago has taken off for the commercial arm of the Whanganui District Council.
Whanganui flight school business soaring
A flight school snapped up on TradeMe five years ago has taken off for the commercial arm of the Whanganui District Council.
The New Zealand International Pilot Academy has more than doubled in size… Video, Audio
Motorist dies in car crash near Whanganui
A person is dead and three people have been injured after a serious crash near Whanganui this morning.
Artists setting visions in stone along New Plymouth's coastal walkway
Tonnes of ancient volcanic rock are being transformed into works of fine art on New Plymouth's coastal walkway.
Ancient volcanic rock transformed into New Plymouth sculpture
Tonnes of ancient volcanic rock are being transformed into works of fine art on New Plymouth's Coastal Walkway.
Twenty-seven artists - including three from overseas - have set up camp on the popular… Video, Audio
Bridge to nowhere: Mayor accepts blame for delays
The Mayor of Whanganui says he accepts responsibility for delays in the construction of the Upokongaro Cycle Bridge on State Highway 4 - a crucial link in the Mountain to Sea and National cycleways.
Mixed feelings over $10m spend on sealing Forgotten World Highway
The announcement that $9.6 million Provincial Growth Fund monies will be spent sealing metal road on State Highway 43 in eastern Taranaki is being met with a degree of scepticism.
The Polish children of Pahiatua
In this episode of Voices; we hear how 700 Polish children made an unlikely journey from the depths of Siberia to the New Zealand countryside. Episode by Piotr Wolodzko : Stories from the Eastern… Audio
One arrest after bike rider dies in Whanganui crash
One person has been arrested after a motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries in a crash involving a car in Whanganui last night.
Play time over: How Kiwi kids lost their freedom to roam
With New Zealand's population about to hit 5 Million for the first time Insight's reporter Teresa Cowie talks to five 5-year-olds from around the country to find out what it’s like to be 'the big 0-5'… Video, Audio
Whanganui can support redundant catfood plant workers - mayor
Whanganui has a "bouyant" economy which will help the 152 workers affected by the closure of a catfood factory, mayor Hamish McDouall says.
Calling Home: BB Bowness in Boston
Catherine 'BB' Bowness is a ground-breaking Kiwi banjo player who has made her home in Boston, Massachusetts. She's currently touring through the US and will be heading home to New Zealand for a… Audio
Fight at murder accused's court appearance
A fight has broken out outside the Whanganui District Court between the families of slain woman Jasmine Wilson and the man accused of her murder.
Whanganui edges out Lower Hutt for most beautiful city prize
Whanganui has been named the most beautiful city at the Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards
Taranaki man arrested, charged with murder
A 26-year-old Taranaki man has been arrested and charged with the murder of Feona McKay-Patea, who was found dead in early October.
Whanganui mayor would like 'short term' fix for SH4 collapse
Whanganui's mayor is hoping for a quick fix at the very least, as a huge slip closes State Highway 4 north of the city.
Police launch homicide inquiry in Whanganui
A homicide inquiry has been launched after a woman's body was found in a Whanganui street.
