Vet nursing: Melanie Thompson's tutorials, a season down the track with AGC Training
November 14, 2019
Nearly a year down the track and Melanie Thompson's job is everything she hoped for and more. Thompson (former WHS student) was always destined to work with animals and she found her niche earlier...
Read More
Winners of Wynne Costly Literary Research Scholarships announced
November 14, 2019
The local branch of National Council of Women held an award ceremony for the Wynne Costly Literary Research Scholarship recently. This is the second year that this Scholarship has been offered to...
Read More
Abacus Trio to perform at Lyric Singers’ concert
November 14, 2019
Lyric Singers are delighted to have Abacus Trio and Denise McNeill perform as guest artists at the choir’s ‘Piece by Piece’ concert on November 23. Abacus Trio was formed in 2006, by jazz...
Read More
WHS award season celebrates success
November 14, 2019
Tēnā koutou katoa, During the last few weeks we have completed a full range of Awards afternoons and evenings: Sports Awards; Pasifika Awards; Arts and Cultural Awards; Maori Awards; Year 11...
Read More
Talents of Arts Society on show
November 13, 2019
Wanganui Arts Society's annual exhibition graces the walls of Cooks Gallery once again, showing the variety of talent and skill among its members, both young and older. While numbers might be...
Read More
Lyric Singers’ last concert
November 13, 2019
Lyric Singers (including WHS international student Karlotta Hartz) will present their end of year concert, Piece by Piece on Saturday, November 23, 2pm, at Christ Church, Wicksteed St. This concert...
Read More
Theatre is a family affair
November 13, 2019
Anyone involved in Wanganui theatre will be familiar with Kieran Spence, the fourth generation of a notable theatre family. Kieran’s mother, Debbie, is well known as a dancer and a delightful...
Read More
Wanganui Rugby Awards winners announced for 2019
November 12, 2019
It was a strong night for the Taihape club at the 2019 Wanganui Rugby Awards at the Barracks Bar on Saturday evening – picking up four major individual awards along with the official presentation of...
Read More
Speedway: Hot night at Oceanview as busy season continues
November 11, 2019
Summer paid a visit to Whanganui on Saturday, and a hot day led to a hot night of action at Fast Lane Spares Oceanview Family Speedway. Despite the warmth of the day, Mike Annabell and his track crew...
Read More
New Whanganui business provides hands-on experience for young hospitality students
November 11, 2019
A group of keen hospitality students are loving the experience of preparing fast food the slow way in Whanganui. Infuzion - Food on the Go is a new takeaway food shop on Victoria Ave where chef Dean...
Read More
Wat’sOn Building staff benefit from IAG Trades Scholarships
November 7, 2019
IAG offer trade scholarships in building and other trades to cover the cost of doing an apprenticeship. These scholarships cover the cost of books, paperwork and exams organised by the Building...
Read More
Whanganui High School's top Scholars for 2019!
November 7, 2019
Massive congratulations to our top school Scholars of 2019! 🎉🎉 Our 3 Prestigious Award winners at last nights Year 13 Prizegiving were given to: 🏆 Ahimsha Saravanapavan - DUX of the School...
Read More
Athletics Whanganui wins the first round of the Regional Athletic League
November 7, 2019
Fewer than 30 athletes travelled to Inglewood at the weekend and exceeded all expectations by winning the first round of the Regional Athletic League competed for by clubs throughout the lower and...
Read More
Whanganui motorcyclist Richard Dibben dabbles with danger
November 6, 2019
Richie Dibben is praying for a change of luck as he eagerly awaits the start of the Suzuki Series in his homeland after being shunted out of contention in the final round of the ASBK Australian...
Read More
Cricket: Great start, poor finish
November 6, 2019
Manawatu women claimed the Mike Shrimpton Trophy with an emphatic eight-wicket win over Anndion Lodge Whanganui at Victoria Park on Sunday. Chasing Whanganui's impressive 193 lead set up by skipper...
Read More
