Whanganui High School has a new principal.
Martin McAllen takes over from acting principal Ross Brown in February. He is the deputy principal of Manurewa High School.
In a release announcing the appointment, board chair Randal Southee said "the board was particularly aware of the need to recruit a principal who was able to make a long term commitment to our school, and who could demonstrate their ability to develop strong relationships with our student whanau/families, Iwi and wider community.
The decision to appoint Mr McAllen was unanimous he said.
Mr McAllen began his teaching career as an English teacher.