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Whanganui

Located on the West Coast of New Zealand’s North Island and home to approximately 43,000 people, Whanganui sits at the junction of State Highways 3 and 4. We are a 2 ½ hour drive north from New Zealand’s capital city Wellington, an hour and a half from Mount Ruapehu and Mount Tongariro or an hour flight from Auckland. Most of the city lies on the northwestern bank of the historically significant Te Awa o Whanganui – the Whanganui River. The longest navigable river in New Zealand and once known as the Rhine of New Zealand, the Whanganui River has shaped the history of the city and its people. more

Whanganui is a place steeped in history, art and culture. Big enough to draw crowds and small enough to be intimate. There is something here for everyone!

We are surrounded by mountains, Mount Taranaki, Mount Ruapehu and Mount Tongariro, a beautiful natural landscape, dramatic west coast beaches and unspoilt native bush for tramping and wilderness trips. Our vibrant community prides itself on its parks and reserves, cycle and walk ways and an abundance of creativity. Don’t be surprised to find an immediate sense of connection, an unexpected little slice of heaven, and real New Zealand authenticity. Enjoy our manaakitanga – our legendary hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you to our part of the world. Come and learn more.

Kō au te Āwa, kō te Āwa kō au. I am the river, the river is me.

Whanganui main centres include Taihape, Wanganui, Palmerston North and Levin.

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Art lovers, this is for you - Coastal Arts Trail

From: Mon 29th May 2023

Art lovers, this is for you - Coastal Arts Trail Discover carefully curated works and timeless treasures, and meet the makers of some of New Zealand’s most coveted works. The Coastal Arts Trail is a vibrant ...

Where: Coastal Arts Trail Sites, Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui
Address: Taranaki, Manawatū and Whanganui, Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui

From: 9:00am on Monday 29th May 2023
To: 5:00pm on Friday 1st December 2023

Customer Service Excellence

From: Tue 28th Nov 2023

A fantastic one-day course to get staff communicating professionally and confidently with customers. Keep your customers coming back by empowering staff with core communication and customer service skills along with a ...

Where: Hotel Coachman, Palmerston North
Address: 140 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North

From: 8:30am on Tuesday 28th November 2023
To: 4:30pm on Wednesday 17th April 2024

Tima Simms: Walk With Me

From: Mon 20th Nov 2023

Walk With Me is an invitation from Feilding artist, Tima Simms. She would like you to join her on a creative journey from grief and loss to recovery and joy. A survey of over 30 works, each painting on display tells a ...

Where: Feilding Art Centre, Feilding, Feilding and District
Address: 104 Manchester Street, Feilding, Feilding and District

From: 10:00am on Monday 20th November 2023
To: 4:00pm on Wednesday 6th December 2023

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Yoga Classes

From: Sat 28th Oct 2023

Yoga is a great way to help optimise your health, fitness and general well-being. The classes are designed to be suitable for all levels of ability and experience. And there are guaranteed to be poses to challenge ...

Where: Be Still Yoga, Palmerston North
Address: 37 Cambridge St, Palmerston North

From: 10:00am on Saturday 28th October 2023
To: 7:00pm on Thursday 21st December 2023

NZ/Aotearoa Fakes & Forgeries ART Exhibit/Competition 2023

From: Sat 21st Oct 2023

Calling NZ/Aotearoa’n and International Artists! Get your skates on! Entries Close on 11 October! Also, we have a brand-new website www.mangawekagallery.com SO dig out you paints, canvases, or other medium, and start ...

Where: Mangaweka 'Yellow Church' Gallery, Mangaweka, Rangitikei
Address: 6360 State Highway One, Mangaweka, Rangitikei

From: 10:00am on Saturday 21st October 2023
To: 5:00pm on Saturday 23rd December 2023

Measina Tagata Moana and A'u Tala

From: Sat 18th Nov 2023

A collaborative Pasifika exhibition with Manawatū and Horowhenua Pasifika communities, the first of it kind at Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom showcases a range of art from traditional art, tapa cloths and a variety of mediums ...

Where: Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, Foxton, Horowhenua
Address: 28 Harbour Street, Foxton, Horowhenua

From: 10:00am on Saturday 18th November 2023
To: 5:00pm on Friday 12th January 2024

Pop Up Eats

From: Wed 19th Jul 2023

Pop Up Eats is a weekly food truck based market offering access to great food-truck cuisine. It’s held every Wednesday night from 5-8pm in the Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō carpark. From spring, additional ...

Where: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-po, Levin, Horowhenua
Address: 10 Bath St, Levin, Horowhenua

From: 5:00pm on Wednesday 19th July 2023
To: 8:00pm on Wednesday 6th December 2023

Quiz Night - Brewer's Apprentice

From: Wed 26th Apr 2023

Come join us for the weekly ritual on a Wednesday night, where you and your crew will negotiate five rounds of amazing trivia with Gee Quiz. Your team's street cred, life smarts and common sense will go a long way to ...

Where: Brewer's Apprentice, Palmerston North
Address: 334 Church St, Palmerston North

From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 26th April 2023
To: 9:00pm on Wednesday 13th December 2023

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Believe it or Not - Quiz Night

From: Wed 15th Feb 2023

Assemble your crew of up to 6 people and test your trivia! Every Wednesday at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō. $5.00 per person. Quiz Starts at 7.00pm with tables available from 6.30pm. Everyone can play, register ...

Where: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-po, Levin, Horowhenua
Address: 10 Bath St, Levin, Horowhenua

From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 15th February 2023
To: 9:00pm on Wednesday 13th December 2023

Little Ears Storytime

From: Wed 11th Oct 2023

What's more fun for your under 5-year-olds than story time! Bring your littles along to hear some stories and perhaps make connections with other children/caregivers. Each session has a theme so you can perhaps continue ...

Where: Woodville Community Library, Woodville, Tararua
Address: 45 Vogel Street, Woodville, Tararua

From: 11:00am on Wednesday 11th October 2023
To: 11:30am on Wednesday 20th December 2023

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Mainstay New Zealand Hotels

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Large collection of independent hotels.

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Hawkdun Rise

Hawkdun Rise

Boutique vineyard-stay near the town of Alexandra.