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5 things to do in Whanganui this weekend

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1 Jan, 2021 04:00 PM2 mins to read

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Evermore treads pretty similar indie-folk territory, but still sounds just right for saying goodbye to 2020 and all it brought.

Evermore treads pretty similar indie-folk territory, but still sounds just right for saying goodbye to 2020 and all it brought.

SUMMER CRUISING

Spend this afternoon cruising the Whanganui River. The Waimarie is hosting its Saturday at 2 Cruise today - an opportunity to enjoy a one-hour relaxing cruise, taking in the scenery on the lower Whanganui River on the iconic paddle steamer. Boarding at 1.30pm, departing at 2pm, returning at 3pm. Tickets are $35 for adults, $85 for a family pass (2 adults, max 2 children) and $12 for children.

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Need to wind down after a hectic festive season?
Need to wind down after a hectic festive season?

Need to wind down after a hectic festive season? Join the daily outdoor yoga sessions under the trees beside the Whanganui River at Pakaitore. Bring a mat or towel if you like. 9.30am-10.45am. Koha.

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Another surprise album, and the sister record to Taylor Swift's Folklore, released earlier in 2020, Evermore treads pretty similar indie-folk territory, but still sounds just right for saying goodbye to 2020 and all it brought.

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