Moving to Whanganui is about making a lifestyle choice. People choose to move to here because of our climate, culture and opportunities for a quieter and less hectic pace of life.
Peter Schenk moved to Whanganui with his family from South Africa over eight years ago.
Click on the video below to hear his story.
Whanganui, which is the heart of the Whanganui District, is centrally located on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand. The city is within a three-hour drive from Wellington, Taupo and New Plymouth and only six hours from Auckland.
Due to its unique physical location, Whanganui is sheltered from the worst weather conditions and has one of the most temperate climates in the world. Summers are warm and dry with temperatures ranging between 18 to 30° and winters are mild with temperatures ranging between 4 to 14°.
Accommodation
Whanganui has some of the lowest average house prices in New Zealand, offering superior yet affordable housing. There are all types of property options including modern homes, traditional villas, city apartments, beach properties and rural farmlets, both to rent and buy. Living close to the hospital is not necessary as there is little traffic and there is ample free parking at the hospital.
Whanganui boasts some of the finest public and private education providers in the country, including St George’s and Wanganui Collegiate School which attract students from throughout New Zealand and overseas. As well as pre-school, Kohanga Reo, primary, intermediate and secondary schools, Whanganui also has tertiary level and private training establishments.
New Zealand has a low level of unemployment compared with many countries and Whanganui reflects this trend. Although a small city, Whanganui has a broad range of industry and service sectors providing ample employment opportunities for your spouse or partner.
There is ample free parking on-site at Whanganui Hospital so most people choose to own a car. Cycling is also popular as the roads are quiet, relatively flat and facilities are in close proximity.
There are daily flights to Auckland and Wellington from the Whanganui Airport and an International Airport is located in Palmerston North, one hour from Whanganui.
