Discover Whanganui

Home to over 400 resident artists, over 15 Galleries, and one of the oldest cities in the country we are NZ's home of arts, heritage & culture.

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Our favourite local lift operator, Anthonie Tonnon, has been recognised in the highest possible way - literally. Anthonie has had an asteroid named after him and we couldn't be more thrilled.

You can listen to Anthonie's brilliant latest album, Leave L… https://t.co/YPvPLItHED

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Have you visited Paloma Gardens? This is the place our fantasies live... If you're dreaming of a world to escape to, to discover magic, to be awed by beauty, promise yourself you'll find your way here.

One day ❤ #letsgo #findyourself #fallinlove #wa… https://t.co/vtqU6nZ8E0

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When did Whanganui get so cool? Aaaaaaaages ago! Discover the place Stuff journalist Sharon Stephenson calls New Zealand's best-kept secret. https://t.co/cdDDAOIzeg

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Ko au te Awa, ko te Awa ko au

I am the river, the river is me

Our river is exceptional. This is the most beautiful visual representation of our awa, fill your heart until you can be with the awa again...

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Te Awa Tupua and our new favourite local Stan Walker ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

Level 4? Don’t worry baby. https://t.co/2d9hoytBml

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Get your entries in for this amazing Coast Breakfast with Toni, Jase & Sam competition! https://t.co/El7YignWIm

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The Durie Hill Elevator is one of a kind with stunning, unparalleled views at the top and fantasy-like tunnel at the bottom. Connecting them is this magic elevator, operated by a rock star! Transport yourself this weekend! https://t.co/07Da7t5E9f

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Lights + wheels + fantasy + food = street party like no other. The Light on Bikes festival is a Whanganui must-do and this year it will be even more special as it combines with the Drews Street Party to celebrate development of the area. https://t.co/wC3JuNyg3b

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A giant marble run!! Make sure you're in town on June 25 for the Drew's Ave street party and incredible Lights on Bikes festival 🚲🤩 Give the Whanganui District Council a follow to find out more about what Whanganui has to offer. https://t.co/GVMI8EFx8Q

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We're so lucky to have this beautiful river running through our lives. https://t.co/FP3P93Kc1H

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Well of course we're winners - there's so much to love here! Come and find out for yourself ❤ https://t.co/N6DAtkfS83

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Great news for bird enthusiasts visiting Rotokawau Virginia Lake! https://t.co/xjeUJTvxww

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"Kiwis have delivered a huge tourism boost to a few unexpected regions around the country – with Whanganui topping the list of those reaping the benefits."

Have you made the journey this Summer? https://t.co/tK6rOBfYFj

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Tutus on Tour is almost here but you can still book your tickets and here's a special chance Whanganui I-Site Visitor Centre is offering to win a family pass (4 tickets) to this fantastic evening at the Royal Wanganui Opera House. https://t.co/8CGaNRex4Z

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Of course they're beautiful to see, but it turns out they're also beautiful to hear about...
We can't get enough of the fabulous Paloma Gardens. Have a listen to Nicky and Clive Higgie describe this fantastical spot to Kathryn Ryan on RNZ's Nine to Noon. https://t.co/X0Qe7gsTEU

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Tim Roxborogh knows what's what; jaw-dropping beauty? Yes indeed. Come and find out for yourselves, you're welcome here. https://t.co/mG4R3Ck3SK

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A great escape! We love hearing how happy people are to have made the move to Whanganui, though we're never surprised 😉 https://t.co/hNQ60GWPLS

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Whanganui I-Site Visitor Centre can help get your weekend sorted, only a few days to go! https://t.co/SyFohoIDAF

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@Te_Papa We want visitors like this in our houses! 😍