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WHANGANUI NATIONAL

The Whanganui National Park is home to the mystical Whanganui River, New Zealand’s longest navigable waterway which winds its way from the mountains to the Tasman Sea through countless hills and valleys. The river and associated land have a unique combination of attributes including significant cultural, spiritual and recreational values.The extensive forests are at the heart of a vast area of native lowland forest, the second largest in the North Island.

These forests hold the largest remaining North Island Brown Kiwi population, along with significant populations of other rare and threatened native fauna and flora species.

The Park provides spiritual sustenance through its many sacred sites and natural environments, and various recreational opportunities with its scenic landscapes just waiting for you to explore.

CANOE / KAYAK THE WHANGANUI JOURNEY Drift down the Whanganui River in a canoe or kayak through a landscape of lush green hills and bush clad valleys. Experience the remote scenic beauty, history ry y and cultural significance of the river to local Maori.

The 145 km river journey from Taumarunui to Pipiriki usually takes 5 days to complete. A short rter t 3 day journey from Whakahoro to Pipiriki is also possible.

KEY POINTS • The Whanganui is the longest navigable river with gentle flows and fun rapids making it appealing to inexperienced canoeists and families • The journey provides many overnight options with different campsites and huts to choose from • Stay overnight in the only Marae (Tieke Kainga) that doubles as a Great Walk hut • Spectacular scenery includes the rugged forest of the Whanganui National Park, the mystical Whanganui river trench, Bridge to Nowhere & Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka valley returned servicemen settlements

• Opportunities to hear kiwi at night and see long tailed bats, robins and other wildlife – The journey runs through the centre of Kia Wharite, one of the country’s largest biodiversity projects www.kiawharite.govt.nz • There are many different options for the Whanganui Journey • Canoe or kayak the river journey in 5 days or 3 days depending on choice • Mountain bike along the Mangapurua track and canoe to Pipiriki 2 days • Walk along the Matemateaonga track and canoe to Pipiriki 3 or 4 days

SHORT WALKS & TRAMPING TRACKS

Many options available from short 20 minute walks close to town at Gordon Park Scenic Reserve to 3-5 day tramping through the beautiful Matemateaonga Range staying in DOC huts or camping.

Visit our website for full descriptions of the various walking/tramping options available.

MOUNTAIN BIKE TO THE BRIDGE TO NOWHERE

Tagged as “the North Island’s premier adventure ride” this trip takes you through the historic Mangapurua Valley, over the historic Bridge to Nowhere before descending down to the Whanganui River for a ¾ hr jet boat ride to Pipiriki.

Bike for approx. 6 hours through part of New Zealand’s settlement history and the heart of the “Kia Wharite” project where biodiversity initiatives are in full swing.

For further information on bookings, maps and activities visit:

www.doc.govt.nz

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Welcome FROM THE MAYOR

INSIDE

Whanganui: A smart, connected city for business or pleasure

You’ll love our Saturday morning markets

A leader with urban and rural fast broadband

Adventures for all ages and interests

Whanganui is my home town and I enjoy especially meeting visitors and new residents to this very special place. So many people who come for a break to ‘recharge’ become return visitors because there’s so much to see and do.

For anyone thinking of a new way of life, it’s hard to beat our affordable housing, laid back lifestyle, great climate and facilities, and endless events and attractions.

We have earned our international ‘smart city’ status and there’s ultra-fast broadband awaiting companies and entrepreneurs looking for a great place to do business.

As Mayor and as someone who has built several businesses over the years that serve visitors from around New Zealand and overseas, I’m proud of the way we look after our guests and ensure they’re made welcome.

Friendly sports clubs and facilities abound

You’ll love our history and heritage

Many local groups and organisations work together to ensure there’s a busy calendar of events to suit all tastes, from our renowned Cemetery Circuit motorcycle races each Boxing Day

to the annual Opera Week that showcases the best young talent from around New Zealand.

Our greatest treasure is the Whanganui River and it has something for everyone, from sedate cruises on our historic river boats to the excitement of kayaking, and the adrenalin rush from following the Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail in the upriver wilderness of Whanganui National Park.

The richness of our Maori heritage and history appeals to visitors of all ages from around New Zealand and around the world. In May this year we gained a new fan when Prince Harry received a Maori welcome and joined a waka crew on the river.

We’re also looking forward to giving you, your family and friends your own ‘royal’ welcome to our beautiful city and district.

Annette Main Mayor of Whanganui

Whanganui: A ‘royal’ welcome for everyone

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Whanganui WHERE YOU’RE ALWAYS WELCOME

Whanganui is a favourite weekend getaway for people from all over the country and increasing numbers of visitors are also taking a closer look at the affordable housing, educational and business opportunities, and great lifestyle choices that are on offer.

Whether you’re looking for a tranquil spot or a buzz of people, Whanganui is full of special places.

History abounds in the heritage buildings lining the main street with its colourful hanging baskets, and there are cafés and restaurants to suit all tastes.

Moored nearby are the unique riverboats which take passengers on magical journeys upriver and introduce them to the timeless stories of the Whanganui.

The coal-fired paddle steamer PS Waimarie even has its own museum and an historic tram carries visitors of all ages along its riverside track during holiday weekends.

Think Whanganui if you’re looking to take a break to recharge or if you’re thinking of a new way of life.

High up on the bucket list, the natural beauty and history of the Whanganui River is one of our most sought after attractions. Jetboat trips and canoe journeys are popular ways to visit the area, and the development of the Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail, from Mt Ruapehu to the Tasman Sea at Whanganui, has added a popular new way of exploring the fern-clad canyons and native bush of the Whanganui National Park and river valley.

Traditional marae and a range of accommodation enable visitors to enjoy local food and meet the locals.

The snow and mountains are nearby and a great range of sporting and cultural events attract large numbers of participants and spectators year-round to the city’s top-class sports facilities and performance venues.

Each year, Wanganui Opera Week (WOW) and the Artists Open Studios bring large numbers of visitors to the district and the Cemetery Circuit motorcycle races

roar into life every Boxing Day. Whanganui Vintage Weekend, held in January each year, sees the best of vintage music, vehicles and old-fashioned fun. The NZ Masters Games, held in Whanganui on alternate years, provides a festival of sport and fun for participants from around New Zealand and overseas. Meanwhile, the Whanganui River plays host to water sports including rowing, waka ama, jetsprints and the popular multi-sport Whanganui River Challenge, to be held this year from October 31-November 1.

There’s also plenty to attract established national and international firms and entrepreneurs seeking a well connected, centrally located place to do business. Earlier this year Whanganui became one of the first New Zealand centres to complete a city-wide ultra-fast broadband rollout and it has won international status as one of the world’s 21 intelligent communities, as New Zealand’s only inclusion in the Smart 21 list. Our rural communities are increasingly linked by wireless internet.

Whanganui has a well-established manufacturing base and plentiful well priced industrial land just minutes from the city centre.

A warehousing and transport hub is serviced by a rail link.

The business-friendly council welcomes inquiries and economic development advisers Whanganui and Partners, along with established business organisations, are keen to roll out the welcome mat for newcomers.

So it’s time to explore Whanganui if you’re looking for a weekend getaway or you’re thinking of relocating to an affordable centre with plenty to offer families, retirees and businesses.

It’s a place where that essential balance between work, family and recreational choices is easily achieved.

If you want to meet some of our interesting locals and share their stories of why they love Whanganui, you’ll enjoy this episode of TV One’s This Town series, On Demand at http://bit.ly/1EpXydu

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Whanganui YOUR HOME FOR BUSINESS & EDUCATION A PLACE TO CALL HOME Whanganui is open for business with a city-wide fast fibre network, plentiful and affordable land and buildings, and a warehousing logistics hub. Exports destined for global markets begin their journey via rail link that connects with Wellington’s CentrePort.

A proactive district council and a specialist economic development agency are keen to talk about what’s available for established companies and start up entrepreneurs looking to relocate, expand or get new ventures off the ground.

There’s plenty of affordable and well located land available for industry and commerce.

Established businesses focused on manufacturing quality products for global markets include a niche manufacturer of automobile components, a leading maker of safety helmets and a large-scale milk processor.

INTRANZ (Industry Training New Zealand) is a unique initiative operating in the Heads Road industrial hub that provides training by industry, for industry.

And a group of successful district manufacturers collaborate to achieve international best practice through the Lean business methodology.

A SMART CITY Completion of a city-wide fibre-optic cable network, enabling 17,000 Whanganui households and businesses to be connected to the world via ultra-fast broadband, is just the latest feather in Whanganui’s cap as a world-leading digital community.

For three years in a row, Whanganui has been named as one of the world’s “Smart 21” cities

by the Intelligent Communities Forum, a global organisation which recognises potential for communities to prosper in the broadband economy.

Businesses and residents in the rural areas surrounding the city also enjoy the advantages of technology using a network of wireless broadband delivered by innovative providers.

EDUCATION OPTIONS ABOUND MODERN HEALTH FACILITIES Whanganui has long been known for its range of quality educational options, attracting secondary and tertiary students from around New Zealand and overseas. Primary school options include small schools on the city outskirts.

Wanganui Collegiate, a co-educational seven-day boarding and day school for Years 9-13, is affiliated to the Anglican Church and was integrated into the state system in January 2013. The school celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2004. The affiliated St George’s day school for years 4-8 is based at the Collegiate campus.

Wanganui High School is the district’s largest school and boasts student

achievement within New Zealand’s top 10 co-ed secondary schools. It is well regarded internationally and is home to one of the country’s four accredited Confucius Classrooms.

Co-ed Wanganui City College features a Military Services Academy that is a combined initiative of the Ministries of Education, Social Development and Defence. Twenty senior students are chosen for each year long course.

Founded in 1891, Wanganui Girls College caters for day pupils and boarders, including international students, with spacious grounds and modern facilities. It also welcomes mature students.

UCOL (Universal College of Learning) is a government Tertiary Education Institute with a modern central city campus that offers wide ranging vocational courses and is home to design and fashion schools, and private training establishments offer a range of learning opportunities across all growing sectors of the economy.

The 215-bed Whanganui Hospital provides wide-ranging health care including maternity services.

A two-stage multi-million dollar upgrade was completed in 2008 and the complex, just 2km from the CBD, is also home to Whanganui Accident and Medical (WAM), which provides after hours general medical care. Earlier this year, Whanganui District Health Board won praise for surpassing five of the Health Minister’s six health targets.

FLYING HIGH

Whanganui airport is the envy of business executives in larger centres. It’s just five minutes’ drive from the CBD, has easy parking and is served by regular Air NZ one-hour flights to Auckland. The well-appointed terminal has café facilities and the airport is home to charter flight and air ambulance services.

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The vision of Whanganui and Partners is that Whanganui is at the leading edge of innovation and creativity, bringing wealth and richness to the community.

A range of medical specialists practise in Whanganui and the 17-bed Belverdale Private Surgical Hospital has a modern operating theatre and endoscopy suite.

airport is less than an hour’s drive away and it’s just two-and-a-half hours by car to Wellington.

For more information:

whanganuiandpartners.nz Whanganui and Partners

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Whanganui SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE Lifestyle & attractions Whanganui folk of all ages welcome visitors to share the lifestyle and attractions that make our district so special.

HISTORY

WHANGANUI RIVER

ART

Visitors enjoy a range of affordable accommodation and frequently return time after time when they realise the great variety of attractions and activities on offer. There’s nothing more relaxing than strolling among the heritage buildings and sidewalk café tables of the city centre, or taking in the river The Whanganui Regional Museum Whanganui is home to more than from the downtown waterfront is known internationally for 400 resident artists with studios walkway. The Sarjeant Gallery, its focus on Ma- ori history. The and galleries spanning all the home to a nationally significant waka taua (war canoe) Te Mata arts, from jewellery and pottery collection of art, has a temporary new home on the riverfront o Hoturoa and taonga Ma- ori are to the drama of hot glass works. while fundraising takes place for among its treasures along with Sarjeant on the Quay gallery earthquake strengthening and a a significant collection of moa features an inspiring collection new wing for the iconic 98 year bones and its gallery of Lindauer and shows both local and old building in Queens Park.

You’ll be entranced by the hands-on displays and artefacts at the Whanganui Regional Museum, and artists’ studios and galleries abound. Visitors are welcome at the Chronicle Glass studio for dramatic hot glassblowing demonstrations. There are dramatic west coast beaches on Whanganui’s doorstep and attractive parks and manicured bowling, croquet and cricket venues abound within the city limits. Kowhai Park has provided lasting memories for generations of kids and their families, and is frequently rated as New Zealand’s favourite playground.

Stretch your limbs and challenge yourself, whatever your abilities, with cycling paths, mountain biking, scenic and tranquil walks.

Bushy Park is an inland island sanctuary for native birds with paths through natural forest to the country’s largest Northern Rata tree. In winter there are views of snow-capped mountains with skiing just a couple of hours drive away. Year-round, Whanganui’s pleasant climate makes the living easy.

Maori portraits. www.wrm.org.nz

national artists. http://bit.ly/1JCyzTx

CAFE CULTURE

PARKS

Visitors love Whanganui’s vibrant café culture, with many historic and modern buildings in the city centre featuring character cafés, pubs and restaurants that regularly receive rave reviews.

The enviable climate and long sunshine hours make for relaxed al fresco dining. http://on.fb.me/1IMdP7J

Whanganui has an abundance of world class parks and reserves with Virginia Lake, just minutes from downtown, offering a gentle 25-minute stroll through woodlands and gardens. There’s an abundance of water birds, winter gardens and a pleasant cafe. http://bit.ly/1NZpF5t

PS Waimarie, an authentic coal-fired paddle steamer, is a favourite with visitors during the summer months as it brings tales of the Whanganui River to life.

There’s a fascinating riverboat centre on the waterfront, and several other historic craft also offer cruises. www.riverboats.co.nz

I-SITE

Whanganui’s award winning i-Site visitor information centre is nestled among the trees along the river walkway, with a café alongside. It’s packed with brochures and souvenirs, and knowledgeable staff who’ll help you plan your stay and make bookings. http://bit.ly/1Utl4s4

Enjoy arts, music, the landscape and our rich heritage.

Whanganui is big enough to entertain and small enough to keep it real.

Spend a weekend.

TAKE A

NEW LOOK

For more information:

whanganuinz.com

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MORE THAN JUST A HOME THE GARDENS ESTATE, SPRINGVALE RD

33 Premium Springvale Freehold sections • The new subdivision will have access from Springvale Road with four sections directly on Somerset Road • Sections accessed off Springvale Road are zoned for St John Hill - Primary and Wanganui High School • Immediate vicinity: Splash Centre, Springvale Park and supermarkets • A quiet, private environment

Choose your home and land package and make your dream a reality in Wanganui.

• House and land packages • A variety of section sizes • Various plans available or we can design your own personalised home

RINGLEY ESTATE SUBDIVISION, ST JOHNS HILL

35 Premium Freehold Sections • The new subdivision is accessed from Virginia Road.

• Sections are zoned for St Johns Hill Primary School • Immediate vicinity: Virginia Lake and Otamatea Reserve • A quiet, private environment, with a 5 and 10 minute drive to the city centre and beach respectively.

Contact Bernard Reuters • 165A Great North Road, Wanganui • Phone: (06) 345 2393 • Mobile: (06) 027 449 5125 Email: reuters@devonhomes.co.nz • Website: www.devonhomes.co.nz

EMPOWER YOURSELF

WITH A UCOL QUALIFICATION AND TURN IT INTO A CAREER With state-of-the-art facilities and situated alongside the beautiful Whanganui river, Whanganui UCOL offers Degrees such as the Bachelor Design & Arts and the Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design. You’ll receive excellent teaching in a supportive, studiobased environment that equips you with the skills employers love.

You can find out more about these and other programmes at www.ucol.ac.nz #lovelearnlive

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Waiouru 25-27 State Highway 1

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Cafe, Accommodation State Highway 1 This will suit someone looking to establish a food business on the main trunk road north, last stop before the Desert Road or first after it.

Cafe set up and ready to go, plenty of storage space and accommodation one three bedroom and one two bedroom flat to fit the whole family.

The owner is looking for a long term tenancy to put this place back on the map.

Lease $39000 + GST View by appointment www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26277 rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26277 Russell Duggan 0272 644 669 russell.duggan@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Wanganui City Centre 53 Wilson Street

Cafe,Bulk Retail, Office What a find, this property of over 1500m2 of space is up for lease in total or part, current cafe space, big box retail space and office/warehouse looking for $135m2 + GST + OPEX, modern, tastefully done, ample parking this property is in the heart of the service industry in Wanganui but only two blocks from the main street of town.

Wilson Street is the home to nationwide businesses like Placemakers, Stewarts, Ideal, Firestone, Repco, Plumbing World, Tony’s this list goes on.

Lease $135.00m2 + GST + OPEX View by appointment www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26266 rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26266 Russell Duggan 0272 644 669 russell.duggan@raywhite.com LICENSED SED (REAA 2008)

Castlecliff - Bulk Cool Storage 1 Kirk Street

Warehouse Wanganui Wharf For Tender.

This property is situated beside the wharf and is split into two buildings. The first part was built in 1956 and comprises warehouse with dual doors from street side and wharf, offices, donko and two large chiller rooms running at -1 degrees. The second building was built in the 1990’s, runs at -18 degrees and includes a blast chiller to the side. The property has dual access for ease of trucks entering the property, and a large span canopy between the buildings. The building size is 2520sqm, on leasehold land of 7555sqm.

Tender Tenders Close: 12.00pm, 30th September 2015, Ray White Showroom, 254 Victoria Avenue, Wanganui. Tender documents available on request.

View by appointment rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN24318 www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN24318 Russell Duggan 0272 644 669 russell.duggan@raywhite.com LICENSED SED (REAA 2008)

Wanganui City Centre Exceptional Development Site.

23-27 Wilson Street The opportunity exists here in the heart of Wanganui to own this property, over 7000m2 of outer commercial land with three access points, fantastic road frontage.

Existing building is 870m2 concrete and brick construction which will require earthquake strengthening.

This would suit many types of tenancies your imagination is not limited, make a fantastic destination shopping site, bulk retailer, warehouse and distribution hub the options are limitless, this one is a design and build project.

For Sale $1,150,000 + GST (if any) View by appointment rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26311 www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26311 Russell Duggan 0272 644 669 russell.duggan@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

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Castlecliff, Wanganui 1 Prince Street With a great tenant in place bringing in $160,000 + GST + OPEX p.a, this property is one that would suit a long term investor.

Current lease in place for five years with three rights of renewal for a further three years each. At current lease value a return of 8.89% on investment with a scheme plan in place to sub divide off 4 Commercial Sections right in the heart of Industrial Wanganui.

Building area of 9546sqm, with three access points, two roller doors and a loading dock. Land area of 32538sqm.

For Sale

$1,800,000 + GST (if any) View by appointment www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN24855 rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN24855 Russell Duggan 0272 644 669 russell.duggan@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Wanganui Central City 197 Wicksteed Street

Calling All Medical Specialists Quality Commercial Office of 150m2 with four offices, lunchroom, reception and waiting room in a high profile part of Wanganui, surrounded by specialist services and one block from the main street of Wanganui.

Includes three car parks at the rear. Previously used as a medical specialist rooms.

IEP Rating of 114%.

Can also be leased at $24,000 PA + GST + OPEX

For Sale Price By Negotiation + GST (if any) View by appointment www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN24141 rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN24141 Russell Duggan 0272 644 669 russell.duggan@raywhite.com LICENSED I E SED (REAA ( EA 2008) 008)

Wanganui City Centre Suite 8 Wicksteed Terrace

Executive Office Space Central Wanganui Situated in a high traffic area with access from Victoria Avenue and Wicksteed Street, this modern building which was built in the 1980’s comprises of 17 offices, 3 interview rooms, large reception area, mail room, fire safe, boardroom, and ample men’s and ladies facilities.

Plenty of storage, wide corridors, air conditioning plus 25 carparks, and tucked away is a lunch or function room with its own facility. Great natural light.

The property has 600m2 left of space could be broken down into more than one lease, inquire today smaller spaces from $100 per sqm + GST + Outgoings.

Lease Price On Application View by appointment rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN22164 www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN22164 Russell Duggan 0272 644 669 russell.duggan@raywhite.com LICENSED SED (REAA 2008)

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Romantic EDWARDIAN VILLA

We’ve been in business for the last 26 years and have retail stores in Wanganui and New Plymouth.

We stock a broad range of products including clothing, crystals, leather goods, sterling silver and gem jewellery, posters, souvenirs, body piercings and ornaments.

We also carry Nemesis ornaments, statues and fairies as well as Anne Stokes.

Bedrooms : 9 Bedrooms | Bathroom : 5 Bathroom Parking : 5 Off-Street, Lockup, four car garage Land area : 7,313 sqm approx.

Floor area : 900 sqm approx.

Listing : www.montysrealestate.co.nz MRE 10809

We have everything you need for a 21st celebration.

Get in touch to see how we can help you.

Overlooking the Whanganui River this incredible property is priced below the new Rateable Valuation. Only minutes from town this private oasis sits on almost two acres of beautiful gardens. Savona central heating warms the home in winter and a salt-water swimming pool cools guests in summer.

Included with this property is a two bedroom self-contained apartment, plus a huge four car garage and a large separate workshop. Once a very reputable Bed & Breakfast this estate lends itself to many home and income possibilities. Viewing is strictly by appointment only.

Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. ny on 021 216 6784 to view.

Call Penny

• 171 Victoria Ave, Wanganui • 79 Devon Street East, New Plymouth Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 9.30am - 2.00pm

PRICE : $799,000

P: 06-345 4422 06-759 9910 E: stardustwanganui@xtra.co.nz F: stardustcreationsgiftstores

ADDRESS : 50 Riverbank Road, Okoia, Wanganui CONTACT : Call Penny Wood Ph 06 348 2133 or 021 216 6784 | penny@montysrealestate.co.nz

Asking Price $185,000

Asking Price $425,000

Close to bus stop, school and shops 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom | Large Garage

Trademe Property ID# DNJ084

Montessori, dog park area, Virginia Lake, St Johns Hill School 6 or more bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Single garage and plenty of off road parking

Warm and secure. This recently renovated 3 bedroom home has the perfect flow for indoor/outdoor living. It has two decking areas, one in the back yard area and the other at the front over looking the river. The deck areas both have French doors leading into the living areas making it easy for opening the complete indoor/outdoor areas for entertaining friends and family. Also over the kitchen sink area it has a large biofold window that can be used as a servery out to the front decking area. It is a very relaxing situation to sit and watch the world go by.

This large, spacious family home has a section that is over 2000 sqm metres. Plenty of room for the family to spread out both inside and out.

The section has been surveyed. And with the additional rear access on to Great North Road it can very easily be subdivide. Great, sort-after area and a quite friendly neighbourhood. With the modern kitchen and the many other features of this unique property, it makes it a very rear opportunity. It has great indoor and outdoor flow.

227 Somme Parade, Aramoho, Wanganui

81 Virginia Road, Saint Johns Hill, Wanganui

Trademe Property ID# EKL544

Please feel free to call, text or email Warren to set up a viewing time:

P: 06 348 7649 / MOB: 0274 990 073

E: warren7nz@gmail.com

www.trademe.co.nz/property

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Whanganui ALWAYS ON THE GO Whanganui loves playing host to a year-round calendar of sporting and cultural events.

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Sporting & cultural events

MASTERS GAMES

OPEN STUDIOS

OPERA WEEK

Whanganui alternates with Dunedin to host the NZ Masters Games. The nine-day event involves 55 different sports, 2,400 individual events, and nightly entertainment. It targets the over 30s and competitors come from more than 20 countries. Next Whanganui event is in 2017. www.nzmg.com

Artists Open Studios 2016, including the Festival of Glass, offers you the chance to meet many of our 400 practising artists, buy their works and enjoy arts-related events. For two weekends (12-13 & 19-20 March 2016) our vibrant arts community will welcome you to their world. www.openstudios.co.nz

Whanganui’s grand, newly restored Opera House is one of many venues that come alive to the sounds of song, music and laughter during Opera Week each year, featuring New Zealand’s up and coming opera talent. 4-18 January 2016. www.wanganuioperaweek.co.nz

Centrally-located Cooks Gardens, where Peter Snell set a world mile record in 1962, is a multi-sports venue for athletics and cycling, while the Community Sports Centre at Springvale has a superb collection of facilities including pools, a gym, indoor stadium and numerous sports fields.

The summer events season kicks off with the internationally renowned Cemetery Circuit Motorcycle Street Races on Boxing Day and the V8 Jet Sprint Championships on the river the following day. People flock year after year to these action events.

Early in the New Year, Wanganui Opera Week brings the sounds of New Zealand’s up and coming opera talent to various city venues, including the magnificent and historic Royal Wanganui Opera House.

Whanganui’s Vintage Weekend, held over Wellington Anniversary Weekend in January, begins with the Summer Horse Races and continues with street carnivals, markets, music and vintage and classic car rallies.

It’s topped off with a hair-raising Soapbox Derby!

RIVER CHALLENGE

VINTAGE WEEKEND

CEMETERY CIRCUIT

In late March, visitors flock to the annual Artists’ Open Studios weekends when many of Whanganui’s 400 practising artists show off their wares. The Whanganui Literary Festival, being held this year on September 18-20, is a vibrant event for writers and readers with national and international guests.

The NZ Masters Games, held in Whanganui in January-February on alternate years, provide a festival of sport and fun for hundreds of participants from around New Zealand and overseas. And the Whanganui River plays host to water sports including rowing, waka ama, jetsprints and the popular multi-sport Whanganui River Challenge to be held this year from October 31-November 1.

The Whanganui River Challenge will see our river buzzing with up to 150 kayaks, canoes, outriggers and other craft on 31 October-1 November 2015. It involves 60 different sporting organisations and is open to anyone over the age of 20 years regardless of experience, skill or qualifications. www.wmtc.co.nz

Whanganui Vintage Weekend brings locals and visitors out to play each Wellington Anniversary Weekend. It’s a magnet for vintage and classic cars from around NZ and the Rivercity Caboodle sees Mainstreet swinging. A Soapbox Derby for ages 5+ provides the grand finale. www.vintageweekend.co.nz

Whanganui’s annual Cemetery Circuit Boxing Day motorcycle street races, featuring top NZ and overseas riders, has been a big event since 1951. It’s an actionpacked day, bringing the roar of bikes and gasps of spectators to the streets around the city’s old cemetery. www.cemeterycircuit.co.nz

Enjoy arts, music, the landscape and our rich heritage.

Whanganui is big enough to entertain and small enough to keep it real.

Spend a weekend.

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New & Used Shop online

www.booksandtoys.co.nz

126 Duncan St, Wanganui 06 343 2172

PAUA’s concept is simple – Whanau, grandparents, aunties or the next door neighbour can go through our application Do you need Childcare? process to become an Educator and be responsible for up to Consider home based childcare with one four children in their home, with no more than two of our PAUA Educators throughout New Zealand. children being under two years old.

Our Educators are supported by qualified PAUA, through their qualified Early Childhood Early Childhood Teachers who visit regularly.

Teachers, provide assistance, advice and “Educate n 20 Hours ECE and Work and Income e r d il resources which are chosen according to h your c o their Childcare Subsidies are also available t children’s interests and development level. g for those who qualify. accordin ements, The teachers prepare ”photographic learning life requir e old they ’r stories” which can be available online and y e h t Passionate about when lost” e b are posted to the parents each month. ’t n o w Preschoolers? prov PAUA provides quality home-based childcare Are you a Mum (or Nana) at home Prefor Pre-schoolers – with flexible hours and interested in earning extra income? for your convenience. We can accomodate We are looking for people throughout New all working hours and even offer Zealand to join our home based education team. childcare options for shift workers.

PAUA provides training, ongoing support and Children are... “Our treasures for tomorrow” learning resources. “! tātou taonga mo āpopo” You can set your own hourly rate based on your experience and qualifications.

Head Office proudly based in Whanganui.

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ph 0800 728 277

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Are you looking for P Professional Nanny or Babysitting Services?

We are in Auckland also:

PAUA Poppetts Nanny Recruitment & Babysitting Service have a great passion for helping Nannies and families form wonderful working relationships.

Childcare For planned and or unexpected situations. (minimum duration of 3 hours) Super Sitters - Hotels or Private Homes Professional Babysitters for your peace of mind.

Event Care A family-friendly option for birthdays, weddings, conferences and otherr corporate events.

“We offer you a personal, tailormade service that you can depend on.

We handpick only the most capable and nuturing professionals.”

PAUA is located throughout New Zealand, and also offer quality educational toys “built to last!”.

Pop in and see us today. PAUA Products: 305 Heads Road, Whanganui 0800 728277 PAUA Poppetts: 1/83 New North Road, Eden Terrace, Auckland. 09 376 7774

Gonville 95 Gonville Avenue

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This 1950’s home originally known as "the house that Jock built", has never before been offered for sale such is the nostalgia of this family with so many happy memories. In earlier days this unique home became a huge attraction drawing busloads of photo taking tourists. The builder and his wife happily lived in a tent while they realised their dream of creating a home with excellent floor space, needing fewer repairs and costing less than conventional designs and construction methods of the day. Today’s buyer will likely be of the creative type as wall space is plentiful for artistic displays and family memorabilia.

Auction 2.00pm, Wednesday 7 October 2015, Onsite at 95 Gonville Ave, Wanganui View by appointment www.rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26315 rwwanganui.co.nz/WAN26315 Hans Vanderschantz 0272 453 532hans.pamela@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

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At St George’s School we guarantee: • Small class sizes + inspirational teachers = measurable academic growth for 100% of our students • Stimulating Curriculum - from Science, English, Maths to Art, Digital, Music and Business • Fantastic facilities - Technology and Music Suites, Hockey Turf, Art Studios and Science Labs • Extensive sport and cultural opportunities - ranging from drama, music, triathlon to team sports • Happy and successful children - a fun, stimulating environment with a focus on positive values

Come and visit St George’s Make an appointment to organise a personal tour and visit To find out more please: Call us on 06 349 0298 for more information or Visit www.collegiate.school.nz and click onto St George’s Or follow us on Facebook

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We run courses in: • Dairy Farming (Milking) • Vet Nursing & Animal Care • Building & Construction

Call today on 0800 348 8215

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Millers The Warehouse T&T Childrenswear Number One Shoes 2 Degrees Wendy's Supa Sundaes Kakahu Taonga Aotearoa Paper Plus EB Games Just Cuts 123 Mart Harvey World Travel Spark Countdown Colombian Café OCGGI Sushi Trafalgar Lotto Bed Bath & Beyond Ocggi Salad & Juice Roasties Carvery Carpet Court

Trafalgar Square Shopping Centre, 100 Taupo Quay, Wanganui www.trafalgarsquare.co.nz

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phone (06) 348 0314 $1.50 (Mon–Sat home delivery $7.60/week)

Wanganui Chronicle Thursday, August 27, 2015

ON THE NO 1 LOCAL NEWS WEBSITE

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Daffodil Day is tomorrow and the Wanganui branch of the Cancer Society hopes to raise more money than ever. Last year $50,000 was raised in Wanganui and the goal this year is $60,000. Cancer Society staff in Wanganui, including Simon Aitken and Jane Beamsley (pictured), have been busy preparing for the annual fundraising effort with about 2500 bunches of daffodils, with other merchandise for sale. There will be collections around town tomorrow and Saturday. Volunteers, including the Wanganui Vintage Car Club, have been helping to distribute pre-orders to 90 businesses. All money raised locally stays in the region.

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Wired for success A Wanganui company has made its mark working on the installation of the world’s largest milk powder dryer.

And tomorrow night in Auckland, it will learn if its expertise has won it a national award.

Call now for affordable and effective digital advertising

Alison Hollard Advertising Manager

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THE FLYING FOX // WHANGANUI RIVER RD Nestled harmoniously on 12.8083Ha, 45kms north of Whanganui on the route of the Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail, bordering the Whanganui river and National Park. Nurtured into a great enterprise.

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Tenders Close

2:00pm,

12 November 2015 208 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui

View By Appointment Knud Bukholt

Comprehensive kitchen and workshop facilities. All tools, furnishings and equipment will remain intact, T&C´s apply.

Kim Ahern

next family retreat, with an existing tourism income.

M 021 242 0133 kim.ahern@bayleys.co.nz COAST TO COAST LTD, BAYLEYS, /NLICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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FLOWER ROOM

63 Victoria Avenue, Wanganui

Love flowers? You will love this business opportunity!!!

Expressions of Interest View By Appointment

One of New Zealand´s top performing florist businesses is up for sale and being sold as a profitable going concern.

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Incorporating environmentally friendly principles. This could be your

Christchurch — and its efforts there could see it land another big contract.

Managing director Trevor Strong said it showed the business was “punching well above its weight”.

Story: Page 3

■ Weather: High 15, Low 3 — more, p26 ■ Family notices — p19 ■ Puzzles — p17, 18 ■ Television — p27

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Strong Electrical is one of 12 finalists in the Master Electricians’ Excellence Awards 2015, with the winners announced tomorrow.

It has achieved national recognition for its work on Fonterra’s Darfield milk plant near

Turakina Maori Girls’ College’s board of trustees has appointed a facilitator as the school fights for survival.

Education Minister Hekia Parata announced this month the boarding school in Marton had until September 11 to complete a consultation process, and that closure of the 110-year-old school was on the cards.

The board of trustees has appointed TeHuia Bill Hamilton as facilitator to work through the process with the school and the ministry.

Board chairwoman Trish Biddle-Amoroa said of two candidates Mr Hamilton was selected as the most suitable.

A former school principal, Mr Hamilton has been chairman of the Maori Education Trust Board, a Treaty settlement negotiator for Nga Rauru, a manager of the Human Rights Commission and an adviser on Maori education to the Department of Education in the 1980s.

Ms Biddle-Amoroa said the trustees welcomed community views on how to address issues faced by the school.

The school has been under statutory management since 2012.

The Education Review Office says recommendations are that the school needs to improve its financial and leadership performance and increase student numbers.

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TOP HOUSE! TOP LOCATION!

1 Dorset Road, Springvale

Situated in a great neighbourhood, close to excellent schools and

For Sale $345,000 View By Appointment

sports grounds, this quality home with two living areas and indoor/ outdoor flow is recently redecorated with a neutral dĂŠcor that will

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CAPTIVATING CHARACTER HOME

33 Campbell Street, Central City

A fantastic chance to own an increasingly rare example of an

For Sale $259,000 View By Appointment

unspoiled character home with wonderful heritage features such as wood panelling, stunning mantle piece, leadlight windows and a

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impress any buyer. The sunny open plan dining and modern kitchen

Ngaire Ellwood

window seat enjoying all day sun. The essential modernising has all

Anne Williams

area has access to the spacious formal lounge as well as to the

M 027 231 7214 B 06 348 0573 ngaire.ellwood@bayleys.co.nz

been done - all you need to do is to put your own stamp on

M 027 450 1929 B 06 348 0573 anne.williams@bayleys.co.nz

large family room, both opening onto outdoor decks. A wood burner and gas heating ensure the home is warm and welcoming. There is plenty of room for a family with three double bedrooms, family

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bathroom, separate toilet, separate shower, large laundry and

something already rather fabulous.

An open plan kitchen and family room with wood burner (with

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wetback) open out to the private deck, lawn and sheltered garden.

The home is well insulated and close to town and civic amenities.

internal access double garage. An easy to keep well fenced back yard completes the property. Call me now to view!

Quit high cost living and enjoy an unequalled quality of life!

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EXPANSIVE LIFESTYLE

181 State Highway 3, Westmere

FAMILY HOME//PRIVATE//BUSINESS BASE

97 Seafield Road, Westmere

Kildare, is a 13.049ha, well assigned larger lifestyle property

Offers invited by 2pm,

Situated on 1.383Ha several minutes drive from town, this mono

For Sale $580,000 View By Appointment

situated in the heart of Westmere, one of Wanganui´s most sought after rural enclaves. Situated just over two and half kms from the city boundary. The homestead is thoughtfully positioned at the end of a private driveway, overlooking pristine Westmere countryside, with expansive living areas, large bedrooms, and a well thought-out northerly aspect. A detached games room and sleep sit adjacent to

24 November 2015 - Unless sold prior 208 Victoria Avenue, Wanganui

View Open Homes - 18/10/2015 & 01/11/2015 4pm - 5pm www.bayleys.co.nz/TBA

the in ground swimming pool and entertainment area. Additionally a

Knud Bukholt

110m2 cottage is situated at the road front and can be purchased

M 027 222 6161 B 06 348 0573 knud.bukholt@bayleys.co.nz

separately. Numerous sheds and buildings adorn this highly versatile property.

COAST TO COAST LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

pitched home has four spacious bedrooms, a large four bay lock up shed, with enough room for a pony. If open plan living, with

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expansive areas both inside and out, is your aspiration, then this

Knud Bukholt

home must be viewed. Tiled floors, large windows, two main living

M 027 222 6161 knud.bukholt@bayleys.co.nz

areas separated by a wrap around kitchen are the defining qualities of this unique dwelling. Including: hard wired security system, wood burner, dishwasher plus heaps more.

Kim Ahern M 021 242 0133 kim.ahern@bayleys.co.nz COAST TO COAST LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER REA ACT 2008.

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Our new subdivision consisting of 25 sections in Kelsi Street off Fitzherbert Ave extension, is in a great location being close to schools, shops and other amenities.

You’ll find the right size of land for you at our subdivision, with section sizes ranging from 500m2 to 1180m2. This allows us to cater for a wide range of housing needs from a retirement home, family home or a rental investment.

The larger sections also have the advantage of views which stretch south across the river, past Landguard Bluff and the sea. So what are you waiting for, call Wayne today and find out how you can secure a house and land package with New Zealand’s most trusted home builders. *Price indication only and includes land. Some conditions may apply. Photos are sample only.

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