Wakefield Street Bridge replacement Information on the Wakefield Bridge replacement project including background information, current status and next steps
London Plane trees in Victoria Avenue London Plane trees are a defining feature of Victoria Avenue and play a big part in the look and feel of Whanganui’s CBD.
Autumn leaf collection Autumn is a beautiful time in Whanganui, with our tree-lined streets putting on a great show of colour. But with all those reds, golds and browns comes a steady fall of leaves across roads, footpaths and drains.
Kāinga Ora development at 32 Delhi Avenue Resource consent has been granted for Kāinga Ora to develop a vacant lot at 32 Delhi Avenue in Aramoho
Aramoho Bridge Shared Pathway Project The council has been working closely with NZTA to develop a business case for a replacement clip-on shared pathway. Learn more about how the project is progressing.
New variable speed limits for schools New variable speed limit signs are being installed outside schools across the Whanganui district as part of a nationwide programme to improve safety for children travelling to and from school.The changes are required under the Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits 2024.
Virginia Lake Café sale We are aware of community interest regarding the potential sale of a business operating under a council lease at the Virginia Lake Café and the process involved in assigning that lease to a new operator.
Air Chathams loan update This page provides information about the council's 2020 loan to Air Chathams, the future opportunities being explored together, and answers to frequently asked questions from our community.
International and Sister City delegation 2026 A Mayor-led delegation is visiting Asia in June 2026 to strengthen Whanganui’s sister city relationships and build new connections in international education, trade and investment.