Submissions about to open on future make-up of council Published on 25 June 2024 Public submissions are about to open on the future make-up of Whanganui District Council – it is proposed to retain 12 councillors and to keep the Whanganui Rural Community Board. Tagged as: , Community
New streetscapes to be celebrated with epic community party! Published on 10 May 2024 The new streetscapes on Guyton Street and St Hill Street are set to be celebrated with a free community party on Saturday, 18 May featuring an epic line up of local bands and musicians, delicious kai and fun and games for young and old! Tagged as: , Community
Whanganui District Council calls for Gaza ceasefire Published on 07 May 2024 Whanganui District Council’s elected representatives have called for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza and condemned all acts of violence and terror against civilians on all sides. Tagged as: , Community
Collective under Te Awa Tupua leading the way for wetland development Published on 12 April 2024 Whanganui has an opportunity to lead the way globally with a Hapū-led approach to wetland development that not only benefits the environment but also supports cultural aspirations Tagged as: , Community, Projects
Kerbside recycling coming to Whanganui this July Published on 11 April 2024 Whanganui District Council has confirmed Low Cost Bins as the contractor for a new kerbside recycling service in Whanganui – with the service to begin in July 2024 Tagged as: , Community, Waste Management
Core boards walk the talk at Kowhai Park Published on 27 February 2024 A new community resource has been installed at Whanganui’s Kowhai Park to help people with verbal communication and encourage active and inclusive participation in play Tagged as: , Community
Road safety focus of proposed speed limit changes for district Published on 20 February 2024 Public consultation is open on a Whanganui District Council review of speed limits aimed at making our roads safer for everyone Tagged as: , Community, Consultation, Roading
Future of land transport projects up for review Published on 13 February 2024 Horizons Regional Council are welcoming feedback on their mid-term review of the 2021 Regional Land Transport Plan that outlines the future of land transport projects and investment for the next 10 years Tagged as: , Community, Roading
Preliminary survey opens for council representation review Published on 07 February 2024 Whanganui residents are encouraged to participate in shaping the future representation of people and communities at Whanganui District Council by engaging in a preliminary survey, officially opening today, Wednesday, 7 February 2024 Tagged as: , Community, Elections
New fare structure means free trips on Connect bus services Published on 13 December 2023 Catching a bus in the Horizons Region is about to get cheaper, with the introduction of a new fare structure which rewards people the more they use public transport Tagged as: , Community