Thirty students from three local secondary schools came together last week to dink and rally for the title of Kura Wars Pickleball champion.

Men are being encouraged to get a free health check and try a hand – or boot – at winning some great prizes as part of Men’s Health Week.

The spotlight is on youth this month with a range of activities and events planned for, and by, rangatahi. Pink Shirt Day on Friday 17 May encourages New Zealanders to help eliminate bullying by celebrating diversity and promoting kindness and inclusion. There are many ways to support this day, from having a ‘wear something pink’ day, promoting the day on

In this newsletter:– Youth Week activities– Upcoming workshops– Event updates READ MORE

The first Mitre 10 MEGA Whanganui Future Champions Trust funding round for 2024 has granted $5250 to five talented young athletes from the Whanganui region.

In this newsletter:– Professional Development Opportunities– Community Connection tiles to add to your newsletter– Useful resources

This month:– La Fiesta Wrap-up– Whanganui Secondary Schools sport results– Upcoming events and activities Read More

The Board of Sport Whanganui is delighted to announce the appointment of Tania King as its new Chief Executive.

Artists Open Studios (AOS) is fast approaching on 15 to 24 March, and this year there are a range of playful opportunities for young people to be part of Whanganui’s biggest art event.

In this newsletter:– Introducing Miriama– PD Opportunities– Resources

Sport Whanganui’s Governance Workshop programme is expanding in 2024 to include sessions in Ruapehu and Rangitīkei, as well as a special Chairperson’s workshop.

This month:– New staff member– Upcoming events– Play Stations

Former pro-basketballer, now Commercial Manager for the All Blacks, Whanganui-born Megan Compain will headline a special Women Who Lead event as part of La Fiesta 2024.

We are very pleased to welcome Miriama to our team as Healthy Active Learning Advisor in the Ruapehu region.  Miriama is working with the Ruapehu HAL schools to help improve the wellbeing of their tamariki through healthy eating, drinking, and quality physical activity.  

Whether you are looking to enrich your spare time, learn new skills, or meet new people; the late-summer calendar is chock full of events and activities to help you find your next passion or pastime.