Heading north from Christchurch to Whanganui? TruckAbout’s experienced movers make your inter-island move easy. We’ll transport your furniture, boxes, and valuables safely across the Strait, delivering your belongings on time so you can settle in with confidence.
Christchurch-based movers with frequent relocations to Whanganui.
Full-service moving: packing, loading, transport, and unloading.
Careful handling of fragile, bulky, and specialty items.
Transparent pricing, no hidden costs, and flexible scheduling.
About Whanganui — What Movers Need to Know
Geographic & Lifestyle Snapshot
Whanganui is a historic North Island city located along the Whanganui River. Known for its heritage buildings, arts scene, and family-friendly lifestyle, it offers a mix of urban convenience and small-town charm. Affordable housing, schools, and cultural vibrancy make it a popular choice for families and retirees.
Tips for Movers
Best Suburbs & Areas:
St John’s Hill –Leafy and established, with quality homes and schools.
Gonville – Affordable and close to shops and community amenities.
Durie Hill – Elevated suburb with scenic views over the river and city.
Springvale – Family-friendly with sports facilities and schools.
Traffic & Timing:
Minimal congestion — moving is straightforward most days.
Peak traffic is limited to school drop-off and pick-up times.
Access Routes:
Christchurch to Whanganui via ferry, then State Highway 1 north and SH3 west.
Well connected to Palmerston North, Taranaki, and Rangitīkei.
Weather Considerations:
Mild climate overall, with regular rainfall — waterproof packing is essential.
Summers are warm and ideal for scheduling a move.
Lifestyle & Community:
Strong community spirit with plenty of local events and markets.
Active arts and heritage culture.
Outdoor lifestyle with river activities and nearby beaches.
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These guys were awesome …made a stressful situation aka moving house easy as ! nothing was a Bother !
Bronwyn Talbot
2025-09-09
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3rd time used and always so professional and friendly. Definately know there stuff and always up for a laugh. Once again thank you Ronald and the boys. 5*****
Henriette Forsyth
2025-09-03
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We used Truck About yesterday for a household move in Christchuch. We found them to be reliable and efficient. The 2 guys that did all the hard work were polite and friendly. We shall certainly recommend to friends and family! Thank you for a great job! The Forsyths.
Shayal Pal
2025-08-31
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The best removal company i came across. I used so many removal company for last 5 years but Truckabout were amazing. They never made me fault that they were hire to do the job. They treated us and my belongings as their own. I would highly recommend TRUCKABOUT MOVERS to any one I know. Thank you so much team. See you next time.
Asneel Chand
2025-08-31
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We had a moving company booked to donour removal from 8am, we waited till 11am and get still didn't show up. I rang TruckAbout Furniture Movers, they were busy but they offer to send a team to do my removal. I would like to highly recommend Truckabout Mover for the action they taken to help me out for the removal. Highly recommend this company and happy to let everyone I know about the team and the professionalism to get he this removal done. I items were take great care and they placed in place for me where I required. Highly recommend TRUCKABOUT FURNITURE MOVER
Richard Hill
2025-08-04
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Used them twice, on time, fast and efficient!
I can highly recommend using these guys
Aimee Powell
2025-07-29
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Amazing service, highly recommend. Attention to detail with loading and handling items. Absolute legends in their field
diane findlay
2025-06-28
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The guys that moved us were absolutely brilliant punctual, friendly and reliable, thanks we appreciate it.
Tracy
2025-06-28
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They are quite nice and flexible. Would recommend them to anyone who wants to move.
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