Wanganui's main street, Victoria Avenue, has been hailed as one of the finest examples of mainstreet restoration in New Zealand. Edwardian-style gas lamps, garden seats and terracotta pavers offset historic buildings containing a variety of national chains and upmarket boutiques. Specialty stores, antique shops, galleries and craft outlets add to temptations. Outside, hanging floral baskets enhance seasonal street plantings.

The Trafalgar Square shopping mall is close by, within easy walking distance of Victoria Avenue. It contains mostly national chain stores, a supermarket and a food court. Satellite shopping areas serve the suburbs.

Mainstreet Wanganui is the leading retail support organisation for Victoria Ave CBD and its membership includes the main CBD businesses, as well as various associated members. An active creator and organiser of events Mainstreet is well worth contacting before you set up your new retail outlet in Victoria Avenue.

www.mainstreetwanganui.co.nz