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Whanganui Riverboat Centre Museum in Whanganui houses photographic records focusing on the riverboat era and displays of river-related artefacts. Indoor and outdoor activity Packages are available for school goers to enhance their learning of the environment and education. READ MORE

Wanganui District Library in Wanganui offers an outstanding collection of New Zealand/Aotearoa information ( in hard-cover and digital format.) As well as fiction and non fiction books the Wanganui District Library also stocks cd's and dvd's including gaming and multi media and there is a kids and teenagers section as well.READ MORE

No.12 Tram, Museum and Tramshed in Wanganui features intriguing tram history. The No.12 Tram is currently being restored to be used as a people's transport in the streets of Wanganui, and No. 12 Tram will be operational between the TRAMSHED and the P.S. Waimarie. READ MORE

Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue Conferences in Wanganui provides all conference equipment necessary for your corporate meeting and a choice of four different working lunch menus to suit all corporate budgets. The function rooms also offer heating and air-conditioning.READ MORE

Bason Botanic Gardens, just northwest of Wanganui, New Zealand has been described as an architectural and botanic gem in a countryside location. Set on 25 hectares of landscaped countryside, Bason Botanic Gardens is home to one of the largest public garden orchid and fern collections in New Zealand and are housed in unique glasshouses. There are also the outdoor garden areas with colorful displays of delphiniums, camellias, begonias and an assorted range of other interesting plants. But wait, there is more to the Bason Botanic Gardens, with fun, entertainment and education for visitors of all ages. There are numerous indoor and outdoor gardens, exciting bush walks and areas equipped with BBQs, ideal for family picnics. So, no matter what the season, a visit to Bason Botanic Gardens will be well worth the trip. READ MORE

Spit Roast Mid-West based in Wanganui offers outstanding value for that memorable occasion. Choose from two different options, one where they cater on-site and carve, serve and clean or the other where they set up a pre-prepared buffet and you clear up at your own leisure. Spit Roast Mid-West can cater from 20-4000 people and offer superior quality and service whether your function be formal or not. READ MORE

The Yellow House Cafe and Our Place Restaurant in Wanganui provide the best cakes and coffee in town or superb meals from the a la carte menu. The Yellow House Cafe and Our Place Restaurant is fully licensed and can even provide a lift home for you. Only the freshest ingredients are used and freshly prepared in season so come relax, and enjoy a fantastic meal in great surroundings.READ MORE

Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue Restaurant in Wanganui is a 6 x award wining restaurant serving a combination of mouth-watering food, fine wine and sensational service. The Lamb and beef are of the highest standard and the chef changes the menu regularly, so enjoy a complete dining experience in this award-winning licensed restaurant.READ MORE

Castlecliff Golf Club in Wanganui is an all year round par 72 links course with firm playing grounds and a free draining sand base. Castlecliff Golf Club affords great sea views, and well defined tree-lined fairways and excellent greens. The golf club is well groomed and was established in 1925.READ MORE

Depicting over 5,500 works of art Sarjeant Gallery in Wanganui has collections spanning from 19th and early 20th century British and European art to Sixteenth Century European Art through to Twenty-first Century New Zealand Art. Genres at the Sarjeant Gallery cover modern works on paper; New Zealand and international sculptures, pottery, ceramics and glass; bronze works; video art and paintings by contemporary artists and old masters. Visit the Sarjeant Gallery and discover one of New Zealand's most beautiful heritage buildings.READ MORE

Burwood Manor in Wanganui with it's 20 spacious studio units, is centrally located to the town's best restaurants and attractions and offers a heated spa pool. Relax in the large swimming pool after a sauna and after a good nights rest in the luxurious accommodation indulge in a Cooked or continental breakfast. Burwood Manor has ideal facilities for small meetings, interviews or product presentations.READ MORE

Aotea Motor Lodge in Wanganui offers 28 fully serviced apartments, newly constructed with soundproofed rooms. Aotea Motor Lodge offers a cooked/continental breakfast a meeting room and business facilities and broadband internet access. All rooms offers modern amenities and SKY television the lodge is centrally located for added convenience.READ MORE

The Royal Wanganui Opera House seats 830 patrons and offers a diverse range of entertainment to the discerning theatre goer namely grand opera, operetta, tribute concerts, piano recitals, orchestral concerts, school events, lectures, graduations, fashion shows, dance of all forms and much more. The Royal Wanganui Opera House is New Zealand's last Victorian theatre and also serves as a great wedding venue. READ MORE

Siena Motor Lodge in Wanganui provides a winning combination of luxury one-bedroom and studio units, some with spa baths - there's something to suit everyone. The central location is convenient for walks to nearby restaurants and attractions, and the Siena Motor Lodge also provides a continental or warm cooked breakfast. All rooms are ground level with secure parking, ideal for the business or leisure traveler.READ MORE

Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue in Wanganui offers stylish upmarket accommodations to suit all budgets from executive suites to superior and standard rooms. Set on Wanganui's main street and close to many attractions Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue also offers an outdoor pool and BBQ area in large grounds for added relaxation.READ MORE

M.V. Wairua Cruises in Wanganui offer Excursions to Hipango Park which is a Native forest of 30 acres, great for picnics with a large picnic ground with toilets, BBQ?s, water and more. The park is only accessible by river and overnight stays can be arranged when booking an outing with M.V. Wairua Cruises. This painstakingly restored vessel is now back to it's former glory and waiting for you.READ MORE

PS Waimarie Charters in Wanganui is a wonderful way to spend that special function or private party, there are two saloons available and the upper deck is covered. PS Waimarie Charters can accommodate 130 people including caterers and musicians or there are several catering options available and staff are on hand to advise of catering needs.READ MORE

Tylee Cottage in Wanganui provides accommodation for an artist in residence not far from the Sarjeant Gallery. This Artist-in-Residence scheme allows the community to interact with the artist and the gallery to engage with a practising artist. Tylee Cottage allows the artist to explore his creative side in a less pressured environment than may be usual, in a renovated historic building built in 1853.READ MORE

Anndion Lodge in Wanganui provides upmarket, quality, self catering, superior accommodation to tourists, backpackers and homestay travellers. Amenities include fully equipped self-catering kitchen and lounge areas and a salt-water swimming pool & steaming outdoor spa, and infrared sauna. Anndion Lodge provides free high speed + wireless internet and conference facilities.READ MORE

Whanganui Regional Museum showcases an extensive collection of natural and human history with a regional emphasis. View extraordinary art created by the ancestors of Whanganui River Maori. There's a museum shop for gifts, Maori jewellery, books, cards and much more. Whanganui Regional Museum provides a great insight into the history of the region.READ MORE

Functions at Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue in Wanganui offer designer caterers that cater professionally and personally for private events and wedding. The bride and groom even get a complimentary night in the Executive Studio. Guests love the idea and convenience of accommodation meals and function facilities at one venue. READ MORE

The Mixx Bar and Cafe in Wanganui is situated in the Kingsgate Hotel The Avenue and provides a relaxing venue for a private function or pre-wedding occasion. The Mixx Bar and Cafe offers cocktails, a selection of New Zealand wines a great choice of beer and great meals from the cafe menu - enjoy. READ MORE