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Which area will be Whanganui's first $1m suburb?

Of Whanganui's 31 suburbs, just 10 have an average property value of less than $500,000.

How August lockdown put house settlements in jeopardy

One person got stuck obliged to buy house in Australia but couldn't finish sale here

'High performance' houses planned for new Whanganui subdivision

Two-storey houses are not allowed at Tasman Estate, to ensure all get sunlight.

Bridgewater Quay to be finished in 6-8 weeks after Covid delay

'You can pull your hair out and jump up and down, but that doesn't help,' developer says.

Heritage building being brought back from the brink

"I looked at it from the other side of the road and just thought 'You poor thing'."

Median property value for Whanganui at $557,000

House values in Whanganui continue to climb, but not as fast as earlier in the year

'We're old hands': Whanganui housing market holding up in lockdown

'Everybody's developed ways to be able to keep the industry moving during these periods.'

First home buyers in regions finding it tough, survey finds

A new survey has shone a light on the mood of first home buyers.

Whanganui building consents exceed growth expectations

The number of rateable properties is up significantly after record building consents.

Roaring trades: Demand for tradies soars

Tradies are turning away work as they don't have sufficient staff to complete more jobs.

Proposed plan change to consolidate Whanganui's industrial zones

Research reveals a 30-year growth demand of 36.2 hectares of industrial land.

Property Brokers Whanganui agents make the elite list

Vicky Todd and Bruce McGhie say their strong team contributed to their success

Rent is through the roof: Is Whanganui coping?

The average rent price for a three bedroom house in Whanganui is $435 per week.

Papakāinga plans could hinge on iwi-council relationship

Current rules largely restrict papakāinga to be integrated with marae.

Limes a profitable prospect at Waitotara Valley orchard

Supply and demand dictate price, but limes are often at the top end of citrus fruit.

'Whanganui cannot afford $20m' - Housing trumps velodrome

Ultimately it came down to prioritisation and need.