Story: Whanganui region

The Whanganui River

The Whanganui River

Magnificent forests and cliffs line the lengthy middle course of the Whanganui River, which is renowned in myth and history.

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Diana Beaglehole, 'Whanganui region - Overview', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/photograph/18998/the-whanganui-river (accessed 28 March 2024)

Story by Diana Beaglehole, updated 1 Jun 2015