Discover Whanganui

10/02/2025

🎨 COASTAL ARTS TRAIL GIVEAWAY 🎨
The Coastal Arts Trail is the largest arts tourism experience in NZ, featuring more than 80 stops across the lower west coast of the North Island, &we want to give you the chance to experience it for yourself on us, with our bumper Coastal Arts Trail giveaway worth over $2,000.

THE PRIZE:
🛌 2x nights accommodation at , Taranaki in a premium suite.
🛌 2x nights accommodation at , Whanganui
🛌 1 night accommodation at last Church in Āpiti, Manawatū
🖌 Glassblowing workshop at , Whanganui
🖌 Pottery workshop, plus one item of pottery at Urban Charm, Manawatū
🖌 $100 voucher for either a workshop or jewellery at Jewel and the Jeweller, Taranaki
🍴 $150 voucher for the End Precinct, Taranaki
🍴 $150 voucher at Main Street, Whanganui
🍴 $100 voucher at , Manawatū
🖼 Private VIP tour of in Taranaki
🖼 Private tour of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery in Whanganui
🖼 Private tour of Moana, Taranaki
🖼 Private tour of Te Manawa, Museum of Art, Science and Heritage, Manawatū
🚗 $300 Petrol voucher
and choose from over 80 galleries, open studios, and public art to visit.

TO ENTER:
▪ Follow the Coastal Arts Trail social media channels
▪ Tag an art-loving friend you’d take with you
Good luck 🤞

T&C’s: Enter as many times as you like, one comment = one entry. The competition closes 11.59pm, 16 February 2025, & the winner will be drawn and notified within three days via comment on this post. The winner must be following . This competition is being run collaboratively with , , , and . For an extra entry, comment on their Facebook/Instagram post too.
Prize must be taken by 31 December 2025. Prize is not transferable for cash. Individual operators T&C's, blackout dates, & booking criteria apply, see https://coastalartstrail.nz/ for full terms & conditions.
Be aware that we will not send you a friend request, nor ask for credit card details, please block & report any lookalike accounts. This giveaway is in no way, sponsored by or endorsed by Meta.

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre
jewel.and.the.jeweller .palmy
Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery
New Zealand Glassworks

Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science & Heritage

03/02/2025

We challenge you to find a more beautiful street in NZ, Ridgway St, Whanganui.

30/01/2025

We've been following Karel Sabbe, a Belgian ultra-runner and double Guinness World Record holder. He's looking to beat the fastest time to complete the 3000km Te Araroa Trail, which currently stands at 50 days. He passed through Whanganui yesterday evening after canoeing 115km from the Bridge to Nowhere to Whanganui itself. He loved that part of the trip, but his upper body was sore and he was glad to be running again.
He is currently averaging over 100km per day. At this rate, he will smash the record by nearly 3 weeks!! All the best for the rest of your journey https://live.adventuretracking.be/te-araroa

30/01/2025

Following on from a wonderful Cooks Classic Athletics event last weekend . . .

63 years ago today:

On this day in 1962, Kiwi Peter Snell set a mile world record of 3:54.4 in Wanganui, NZ in front of 20,000 on a grass track. It was also the first sub-4 in New Zealand.

24/01/2025

Sunset, anyone? Head for some sand and sea views while the days are long. Castlecliff Beach for the win!

23/01/2025

Kia ora, Mount Taranaki. We've got beautiful neighbours and views to sigh for. Discover Whanganui's horizons from our beautiful coast 😍

21/01/2025

Aramoana for views to make your heart sing. Whanganui River is always different, always the same, and this lookout as you venture down the River Road is the perfect pause for reflection.

21/01/2025

Find yourself on the awa, the perfect journey to escape from the busy world and reflect on what's important to you 🛶

18/01/2025

Climb high for summer views 😍 Durie Hill Tower is a stunner!

17/01/2025

Creativity in the House of Inspiration, the Whanganui experience you can't miss. Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery welcomes you in and lives on in your memory 💡

16/01/2025

From Castlecliff to Drews Ave and everywhere between and beyond - Whanganui kai makes for smiles and memories 🍔🍦

Citadel Moons

14/01/2025

Whanganui Awa is a river of beauty, mystery, and memory. A river journey is unforgettable and timeless ❤

11/01/2025

Cruising through 2025 like 😍 We see you Paddle Steamer Waimarie 🥰

09/01/2025

Ah summer, we adore you. Discover sunshine-filled days with us. 💯 bliss guaranteed.

07/01/2025

Warm summer nights are perfect for seeing Whanganui's beauty from a different perspective. The city at night is sure to delight 🤩

05/01/2025

The party you don't want to miss! Whanganui Vintage Weekend is a celebration unlike any other, packed full of experiences and perfect for memory-making with your whānau.

04/01/2025

We adore ❤ Whanganui Regional Museum. Outside and in, our museum is a thing of beauty. Discover the rich history of Whanganui through its special collections and fascinating stories.

03/01/2025

Meet Seth, a local creative who recently returned to Whanganui and is already championing the city's creative characteristics. Seth chatted about Whanganui's extraordinary creative opportunities with Dr Emma Bugden, from our UNESCO City of Design office. Earlier this year, Seth took part in the 'All In For Arts' event, contributing kōrero on how creativity can propel us forward—highlighting the importance of the arts for shaping communities like Whanganui.