Latest from Whanganui District Council

Plans to prepare rural areas for massive weather events

'Being able to tell people you're okay... that is hugely important.'

160-tonne crane arriving at Somme Parade slip site

Work began on June 26.

Whanganui Mayor given 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'

The group is working on behalf of all councils across the country.

Political parties urged to make rail a priority for Horizons region

An open letter is being sent to all political parties.

Whanganui council seeks feedback on Māori wards

Feedback on the potential wards will be open until midnight, September 8.

City's 'swamped' wastewater network could cost $50 million

“We have to fix this problem, and we’re going to have to spend some money to do it.”

Just a handful of buildings impacted by forgery-accused engineer

“These things end up in the courts, and the process is quite slow.”

Why Whanganui council is opening up some discussion to the public domain

But contentious or difficult matters may still be spoken about behind closed doors.

The council and the people - how can they talk to each other?

How do you want to be heard by the council?

Local government review: Whanganui, Rangitīkei mayors react

The report was two years in the making.

Volunteer numbers bounce back

The number of volunteers in Whanganui has bounced back after a lull due to Covid-19.

Housing becoming a struggle for older people, Age Concern says

'We have an ageing population but New Zealand has prepared poorly.'

Temporary repairs made to No.3 Line

On June 1 a small truck rolled after sliding off the road in the rain.

No repairs until summer for 'slippery as hell' road

A motorcyclist in the area said riding over the road in the wet was like being on ice.

Surf lifesaving hours may be reduced after funding knockback

A funding boost of $15,000 won't be enough to keep staff, administrator says.

Council shoots down living wage policy

The issue was last on the Whanganui District Council table in 2021.

Velodrome work held up by worker visas

“Everybody is poised, ready and waiting."

What's to be done about the William Birch Pool?

What should be done with William Birch Pool?