Wanganui District Council Chief Executive
Candidate Briefing Wanganui District Council Chief Executive July 2015 Contents 3> Background 4> The Region & Getting There 5> Community overview 6> Mayor & Councillors 7> Vision and Corporate Structure 8> Key metrics & CCOs 9> Corporate Structure Wanganui District Council Background Wanganui District Council is based in an urban area on the West Coast of the North Island of New Zealand. With a rich historic and cultural heritage, glorious natural environment and growing local economy, Whanganui provides exciting opportunities for entrepreneurs, businesses, and families. Geographically, Whanganui has a land area of 2373km2, most of which is hill country, with coastal flats and a major urban city. It is a two and a half hour drive north of Wellington, an hour flight from Auckland and sits at the intersection of State Highways 3 and 4. The region is renowned for its inspiring natural landscape, the heart of which is the Whanganui River. There is an abundance of recreational activities including kayaking, jet boating, camping and tramping. The reserves, parks, cycle and walk ways are a source of great pride for the community. In addition to recreation, Whanganui has a strong cultural identity. It has a population of approximately 43,000 people and is home to over 400 artists, has 15 galleries and a number of public art displays including sculptures, art and memorials. The Region Whanganui is a vibrant city situated on the north-western bank of the Whanganui River. The longest traversable river in New Zealand, it runs from Mount Tongariro out to the sea. Travelling along the river road takes between two and four hours, depending on where you choose to stop and take in the sights.
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