Wanganui

Wanganui, or Whanganui as it is more appropriately known, is a delightful provincial city rich in both Maori and European history. The town abounds with historic buildings preserved from the early days of European settlement, along with beautiful parks and gardens.
 Wanganui
Wanganui offers people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to succeed. Located on the North Island's sweeping west coast, less than an hour by road to Palmerston North and only 2.5 hours to the nation's capital of Wellington, Wanganui has business opportunities and a lifestyle for everyone.

With a population of 44,000, a stable workforce, temperate climate, ready access to all major highways, as well as rail, air and sea transport, Whanganui attracts a variety of industries, including light manufacturing, heavy engineering, agriculture, food processing and tanning. The education, health and service industries are also significant in the area. Whanganui has evolved to support a hinterland that produces primary products. The District is keen to encourage industries which are complementary to those already in the District, including those which add value to the primary sector.

Wanganui has a rich, diverse and interesting history.  There are many wonderful things about living in Whanganui:
 
People who love Wanganui and are happy to share with others.
   
The fourth most temperate climate in the world.
   
Sufficient and regular rainfall which is excellent for agriculture and horticulture.
   
A central location within the North Island of New Zealand.
   
The largest number of world class sporting facilities of any New Zealand city.
   
The home of the New Zealand Masters Games – the largest multi-sport event held in New Zealand.
   
Internationally renowned primary, secondary and tertiary education facilities.
   
A strong presence in art and design, with a world class art gallery and museum.
   
Easily accessible recreation facilities.
   
A diverse industrial base.
   
Excellent access to transport systems.
   
A rich and diverse history – with some of the oldest recorded cultural history in New Zealand.
   
Ready access to the picturesque Whanganui River (the longest navigable river in New Zealand) and the spectacular Whanganui and Tongariro national parks on the volcanic plateau.
  
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Property Sales Statistics (Manawatu/Wanganui)

Median Residential Dwelling Price Comparison from Previous Years
 
Year Median Price
as at Dec		 Total Properties Sold Value of Total
Properties Sold
2010 $220,000 2,541 $635,285,459
2009 $230,000 3,448 $855,807,005
2008 $223,500 2,871 $714,593,199
2007 $244,000 4,620 $1,169,324,533
2006 $215,000 5,295 $1,177,742,695
2005 $184,500 5,441 $1,036,613,763
2004 $150,000 5,661 $883,222,691
2003 $134,250 6,070 $784,591,741
2002 $102,000 4,440 $544,208,969
2001 $110,500 3,884 $461,711,987
2000 $109,500 3,395 $393,187,350
1999 $108,000 4,113 $468,310,723
1998 $95,000 3,450 $372,117,890
1997 $93,000 3,765 $412,996,735
1996 $103,000 3,794 $425,953,719
1995 $104,750 3,542 $402,617,757
1994 $108,500 4,184 $467,295,753

NB - Dwellings include houses, townhouses, units, apartments, home and income, conversions and residential investment blocks. Information provided by REINZ (Real Estate Institute of New Zealand).

The suburbs covered in these figures include: Palmerston North City, Feilding, Levin, Pahiatua, Manawatu Country, Waverley, Wanganui City, Raetihi, Ohakune, Taihape, Rangitikei and Wanganui Country.