Five Manawatū-Whanganui councils unite to shape the region's future Published on 08 August 2026 On Friday, five councils from across the Manawatū-Whanganui region committed to move forward together on a locally led regional work programme in response to the Government's Simplifying Local Government reforms. Tagged as: , Council
Council proposes proactive local approach to reform Published on 04 August 2026 Whanganui District Council has voted to continue to work with interested councils on exploring options to simplify local government. Tagged as: , Council
Community voice shapes priorities for council for next three years Published on 29 June 2026 After listening to the community’s views on affordability, core services, value for money and the future direction of the district, Whanganui District Council’s elected members have set priorities for the remaining three years of the council’s triennium. Tagged as: , Council
Council secures funding to recognise unmarked graves Published on 21 May 2026 Whanganui District Council has secured funding to support its work to identify and memorialise unmarked graves in its cemeteries, recognising people who died while in state care. Tagged as: , Council
Council chief executive welcomed to Whanganui Published on 31 March 2026 Whanganui District Council welcomed its new chief executive today after a formal pōwhiri at Pūtiki Marae yesterday. Tagged as: , Council
Fresh look for council Published on 28 January 2026 Whanganui District Council has introduced a new brand aimed at making its services easier to understand and strengthening its connection with the community. Interim chief executive Barbara McKerrow says the new design is fresh, modern and grounded in place. Tagged as: , Council
Council appoints new chief executive Published on 12 December 2025 Whanganui District Council has confirmed Doug Tate as its next chief executive.Tate comes to Whanganui from Central Hawkes Bay District Council where he has held the role of chief executive since 2022. Along with his extensive leadership experience in local government, Doug will bring a great mix of strategic capability and fresh thinking, says Mayor Andrew Tripe. Tagged as: , Council
Council customer services area to get safety upgrade Published on 27 November 2025 Whanganui District Council’s customer services area will undergo a three-week upgrade from Monday, 1 December to improve access and safety for council staff and the community. Tagged as: , Council
Mayor Tripe announces Deputy Mayor and updates committees Published on 19 November 2025 Whanganui Mayor Andrew Tripe has today announced his appointment of Michael Law as Deputy Mayor and confirmed a refreshed committee structure for elected representatives. Tagged as: , Council
Chief executive reflects on tenure as council delivers strong results Published on 16 September 2025 Outgoing Whanganui District Council chief executive, David Langford, has tabled his final yearly report, reflecting on his time in the role and highlighting a year of strong organisational and financial performance. Tagged as: , Council