Restricted fire season – Whanganui coast and urban area

The Manawatū-Whanganui Coastal Zone has moved to a restricted fire season from 22 January, until further notice due to warm temperatures, drying winds and a lack of rainfall.
A restricted fire season means anyone planning on lighting an open-air fire will need a permit.
Please be aware of the fire risk conditions – if in doubt, don't light!

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Use water sensibly

Use water sensibly – that’s our message to the community as this spell of hot and dry weather continues in the district.
While there are no water restrictions in place, sensible water use will help our Westmere reservoirs (supplied by deep underground bores) meet the expected extra demand.
You may notice a temporary reduction in pressure at times.

More information and tips on how to save water

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Apply for rates remission

For the 2024/25 financial year (starting in July 2024) the council is continuing its rates remission (reduction) that was put in place for the 2023/24 year to assist households affected by a significant increase in rates as a result of the 2022 property revaluations.

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Whanganui showcases national glass art from 1 February 2025

Published on 23 January 2025

The New Zealand Society of Artists in Glass proudly presents the Members Exhibition ‘Gather’ held at New Zealand Glassworks – Te Whare Tūhua O Te Ao from 1 February to 30 March 2025

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Community welcomed to drop-in sessions

Published on 15 January 2025

Drop-in sessions held in January will provide an opportunity for people to learn more about the aspirations of the Whanganui Land Settlement. The council and WLSNT look forward to connecting with the community and sharing this kōrero.

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Climate action fund recipients announced

Published on 10 January 2025

Whanganui District Council’s Community Climate Action Fund has awarded funding to six community organisations for local climate action initiatives.

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Major exterior refresh planned for Whanganui Regional Museum

Published on 20 December 2024

One of Whanganui’s significant heritage buildings – the Whanganui Regional Museum – is about to get a major exterior refresh

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Freedom camping site closed due to safety concerns

Published on 16 December 2024

Due to health and safety concerns, Whanganui District Council is temporarily closing the Anzac Parade freedom camping site.
Current occupants of the site have been asked to remove camping gear, vehicles and personal belongings from the site and the adjacent reserve by Wednesday, 18 December.

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Council welcomes community feedback on options for water services

Published on 10 December 2024

Whanganui District Council will consult with the community early in 2025 on its preferred option to jointly deliver water services with neighbours Rangitikei and Ruapehu under the government’s Local Done Well Policy

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Mair and Mayor lead community panel kōrero

Published on 05 December 2024

Whanganui District Council’s post-Treaty settlement relationship with Hapū and Iwi will be the topic of two panel discussions taking place on Monday, 9 December 2024 at the Whanganui War Memorial Centre.

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Whanganui East Pool set to open for the summer

Published on 02 December 2024

The Whanganui East Pool on Tinirau Street will open for the summer on Wednesday, 18 December.

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Council works towards future water services delivery model

Published on 28 November 2024

Whanganui District Council is making significant progress in its efforts to navigate the government's Local Water Done Well policy, ensuring the best outcomes for our community

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Joint media release with Whanganui Land Settlement Negotiations Trust

Published on 28 November 2024

Whanganui District Council wants to engage with the community ahead of its post-settlement relationship with Ngā Hapū o Te Iwi o Whanganui. A series of summer information and engagement sessions will be held this December and in January to encourage the community to find out more – and share their thoughts about proposed arrangements.

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Restricted fire season – Whanganui coast and urban area

Use water sensibly

Apply for rates remission

News

Whanganui showcases national glass art from 1 February 2025

Community welcomed to drop-in sessions

Climate action fund recipients announced

Major exterior refresh planned for Whanganui Regional Museum

Freedom camping site closed due to safety concerns

Council welcomes community feedback on options for water services

Mair and Mayor lead community panel kōrero

Whanganui East Pool set to open for the summer

Council works towards future water services delivery model

Joint media release with Whanganui Land Settlement Negotiations Trust

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