Put your questions to local MP Carl Bates and our Mayor at webinar Published on 09 July 2026 Whanganui residents will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear from Mayor Andrew Tripe, councillors and local MP Carl Bates at a live community webinar on Thursday, 16 July. Tagged as: , Events
Plastic Free July marks 10 years in Whanganui Published on 01 July 2026 This July marks ten years since Sustainable Whanganui began championing Plastic Free July in Whanganui, encouraging residents to rethink unnecessary plastic use and explore practical ways to reduce waste. Tagged as: , Waste Management
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
New school speed limits designed to keep community safer Published on 26 June 2026 New variable speed limit signs are being installed outside schools across the Whanganui district to help keep tamariki safe during busy drop-off and pick-up times following changes to governent regulations Tagged as: , Community, Roading
Call-out for passionate arts advocates Published on 24 June 2026 Whanganui District Council is calling for local arts advocates to apply for a role as a Creative Communities Scheme Assessor, helping shape funding decisions that support creativity and participation across the district. Tagged as: , Arts
Whanganui embraces district diversity with two citizenship ceremonies Published on 18 June 2026 Whanganui District Council has warmly welcomed the district’s newest citizens, with 60 people becoming New Zealand citizens across two ceremonies held on 3 and 11 June 2026 Tagged as: , Community
Council keeps firm focus on affordability and prudent investment Published on 04 June 2026 Whanganui's elected members have made key decisions on the Annual Plan 2026/27 with a clear focus on affordability, financial restraint, and continuing investment in the core services and facilities the community relies on. Tagged as: , Annual Plan
Conversation on future of councils starts with panel and live voting Published on 04 June 2026 Whanganui residents are being asked to weigh in on one of the biggest changes to local government in decades. Tagged as: , Consultation
Successful trial paves way for recycling nets in Whanganui Published on 03 June 2026 Whanganui District Council has announced households across its kerbside recycling area will receive wind-proof recycling crate nets later this year – with external funding through the national Waste Disposal Levy rather than rates. Tagged as: , Waste Management
Whanganui in early conversations on council reform Published on 28 May 2026 Whanganui District Council has started early work with key partners to understand what the Government’s Head Start council reorganisation process could mean for Whanganui. Tagged as: , Community