Whanganui
Whanganui has something for everyone. Our centrally located region offers access to outdoor activities such as kayaking, skiing, surfing, tramping, cycling, fishing and hunting. Nestled between two snow-capped mountains, on the banks of Whanganui River there is always plenty to do and explore.

Te Whatu Ora | Whanganui
The vision for Whanganui Hospital is He Hāpori Ora - Thriving Communities. It outlines our commitment to achieving equity, particularly for Māori, in working with our partners in care in a social governance model and enables individuals, whānau and communities to be healthy at home. Collectively, we will work together to build resilient communities, empowering whānau and individuals to determine their own wellbeing.
The Whanganui Region
Whanganui is widely regarded by its inhabitants as one of the most attractive and historically important cities in Aotearoa, New Zealand's provinces. The city exerts a strong influence over its 65,000 residents and serves as a central hub for the 16,000 people residing in the surrounding districts.
Located on the west coast of Aotearoa, New Zealand's North Island, Whanganui sits at the mouth of the Whanganui River, Aotearoa, New Zealand's third-longest river. For those who enjoy skiing and outdoor activities, the proximity of the picture-perfect, snow-covered, Mt Ruapehu - only a two-hour drive from the city - is an invaluable asset.

Whanganui Hospital
Whanganui Hospital is located in the centre of this beautiful region, our hospital encourages a relaxed and healthy work life balance which is a great reason to consider us. Whanganui Hospital is a 138 bed - Care Capacity Demand Management (CCDM) secondary hospital, including acute mental health inpatient facilities.

Hospital Services
Here's a list of services offered in alphabetical order.
A to D
Acute mental health ward (adult) |
Ambulatory clinics |
Assessment, Treatment & Rehabilitation Ward/Acute Stroke Unit |
Child Development Service |
Children’s Ward |
Community Assessment and Rahab Team |
Community based clinics that support the people of Whanganui in their health journey |
Community Mental Health and Addiction Services |
Critical Care Unit |
Dental Services |
Dietetics Service |
E to Z
Emergency Department (15 bed) Acute Assessment Unit |
Forensic Mental Health unit |
Maternal Infant Child Adolescent Mental Health and Addition Services |
Maternity unit |
Medical ward |
Occupational Therapy Service |
Older Peoples health |
Operating theatres |
Ophthalmology |
Physiotherapy Service |
Social Work Service |
Speech Language Therapy Service |
Surgical Ward |
Therapy Services |
X-ray and Radiology |

Local Information
Rental agencies |
For short-term stays |
Getting around
- Lets go Whanganui operates from the city centre to outer suburbs.
- Discover Whanganui by walking, cycling or hiking.
- Taxis and Ubers also operate around the main centres and there are many rental vehicle providers.
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Relocating to Whanganui
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