Local election 2025

The next local election will be held on 11 October 2025 and will also include a referendum on the future of Māori Wards in our district.

Get more information on how to stand, vote, and get involved

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About Whanganui District Council

General information about Whanganui District Council

Local Elections

Find out about local elections in the Whanganui District

Projects and Initiatives

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Have Your Say

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Council and Committee Meetings

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Your Elected Members

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News and Events

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Citizens’ assemblies

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Executive Leadership Team

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Plans and Strategies

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Policies and Bylaws

Council policies and legislative documents

Research and Reports

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Whanganui District Council Holdings Ltd

Whanganui District Council Holdings Ltd manages and oversees the Council's commercial assets

Working for Us

See what vacancies we currently have available

Central Government Reforms

Local government will look different in future. Find out more about changes being signaled and proposed by central government

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