Opportunities to shape our future

The Whanganui District Council's Long Term Plan 2018-2028 is open for consultation and the public is being encouraged to have its say.

Key topics for the next 10 years include paying for the impact of forestry harvesting on district roads, Whanganui Port revitalisation and ensuring the stormwater network is able to cope with future weather events and a growing population.

The plan also includes the financial strategy and probable rates increases for the next 10 years and other projects, including a kerbside recycling proposal, increasing funding for the Whanganui Regional Museum and establishing four self-service suburban library hubs over the next four years.

Mayor Hamish McDouall says hearing from the public is critical to the success of the Council's plan.

"Firstly we want the input of the community. We want to hear the wisdom and perspectives of the people this plan will affect.

"Secondly, we want people to be informed about the issues we're considering and for them to feel as though they're part of the future of Whanganui, not just bystanders in the process of growing this district."

The Long Term Plan 2018-2028 Consultation Document and supporting information, as well as submission forms, are available on our website. You can also pick up a copy from the Council office at 101 Guyton Street or at the Davis Central City, Gonville Café and mobile libraries.

You can also speak with Councillors and Council staff at a World Café event at 5.30pm-6.30pm, Monday, 16 April, Columbus Café at Mitre 10 Mega. A World Café involves participants in small groups moving from table to table and sharing feedback at the end.

Submissions on the Long Term Plan close at 5.00pm on Thursday, 19 April 2018.

Submission hearings will be held on Wednesday, 2 May and Thursday, 3 May 2018.