Horowhenua District Council - Latest News [Page 1]
New Exhibition Invites Community To Reflect On The Past, Present & Future Of Levin Town Centre - 4 June 2026
Thursday, 4 June 2026, 2:45 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Horowhenua District Mayor Bernie Wanden says the exhibition provides a unique opportunity to reflect on the town's shared history while considering the opportunities ahead. More >>
Horowhenua District Council Adopts Annual Plan And Confirms Rates Increase Of 5.8% For 2026/27
Wednesday, 3 June 2026, 3:25 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Zero-based budgeting and thinking differently about how services are delivered has helped keep the rates rise lower this year, said Mayor Wanden said. More >>
Our Future Is Changing – Now's The Time To Have Your Say
Friday, 29 May 2026, 4:59 pm | Horowhenua District Council
The engagement period, originally due to close on 7 June, has now been extended to Saturday 14 June to give more people the opportunity to have their say. More >>
Strategy Sets Direction For Smarter Parking And Better Access In Levin – 28 May 2026
Thursday, 28 May 2026, 10:14 am | Horowhenua District Council
Group Manager Community Vision and Delivery David McCorkindale says the strategy is intended to provide a long-term framework for managing access and parking in a way that supports local businesses, residents and future growth. More >>
Balancing Costs And Essential Services
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 11:58 am | Horowhenua District Council
Our core financial goal is to manage growth while living within our means, ensuring essential services continue to be delivered sustainably. To do that, we’re making practical changes. More >>
Levin War Memorial Hall Development Reaches Key Milestone
Thursday, 14 May 2026, 3:04 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Mayor Wanden says Council is committed to maintaining momentum while continuing to keep the community informed. More >>
Councils Across New Zealand Are Facing A Period Of Significant Change
Tuesday, 12 May 2026, 5:15 pm | Horowhenua District Council
The Long Term Plan process is required by law, and it needs to be developed now. That means we must plan based on the information we have, while remaining flexible enough to respond as things become clearer. More >>
Council Introducing New Parking Technology In Horowhenua
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 11:47 am | Horowhenua District Council
Council’s Group Manager Customer Experience & Services Brent Harvey said the investment reflects Council’s focus on delivering smarter, more efficient services while keeping affordability front of mind. More >>
Horowhenua District Council Civic Building Work To Commence
Monday, 4 May 2026, 6:34 pm | Horowhenua District Council
“These works are about protecting a long-term asset, reducing future maintenance risk, and ensuring the Civic Building remains safe, and fit for purpose for our community,” says Chief Executive Monique Davidson. More >>
Have Your Say: Proposed Solid Waste Bylaw
Monday, 4 May 2026, 12:11 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Renewing the bylaw now provides certainty and continuity for the community, while allowing time for a more comprehensive discussion about waste and recycling services in the future. More >>
Council Monitoring Complex Weather System As Heavy Rain Approaches
Monday, 20 April 2026, 5:45 pm | Horowhenua District Council
This is a complex and evolving weather event, and conditions may change quickly. Council will provide updates as more information becomes available. More >>
Two More Milestones For Central Districts Water
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 12:49 pm | Horowhenua District Council
The organisation is owned by the three councils, which will continue to manage water services until Central Districts Water begins full operations on 1 July 2027. More >>
Horowhenua Urged To Prepare Now For Cyclone Vaianu
Friday, 10 April 2026, 4:54 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Council’s Emergency Management Incident Management Team is on standby and is closely monitoring the situation and will continue to work with emergency management partners and other agencies as the forecast develops. More >>
Horowhenua Marks Anzac Day With Commemorations Across The District
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 1:39 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Anzac Day remains one of New Zealand’s most significant days of remembrance. It is a time to reflect on the courage, service and loss connected to war, and to honour returned and current New Zealand Defence Force personnel. More >>
Big Dutch Day Out Returns To Foxton
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 10:19 am | Horowhenua District Council
Foxton Windmill Trust Chair Judy Sanson says Big Dutch Day Out is a celebration of heritage, community and connection. More >>
Local People, Local Jobs: A Community Approach To Employment
Monday, 30 March 2026, 2:55 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Across Horowhenua there are young people and jobseekers who want to work, contribute and build a future for themselves and their whānau, but who sometimes need the right support to take that next step. More >>
What’s Next For Proposed Plan Change 6A
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 10:55 am | Horowhenua District Council
The remainder of Proposed Plan Change 6A will now proceed to a public hearing. The hearing date will be advised in due course through a public notice and webpage update. Submitters who asked to speak at the hearing will also be advised directly. More >>
Levin Aquatic Centre To Close Temporarily For Essential Maintenance
Monday, 23 March 2026, 10:41 am | Horowhenua District Council
Council appreciates the community’s patience while this work is completed and look forward to welcoming everyone back to a refreshed Levin Aquatic Centre. More >>
Experienced Board Appointed For Central Districts Water
Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 12:47 pm | Horowhenua District Council
The Board will now begin its induction process and start work supporting the establishment of Central Districts Water. More >>
Horowhenua To Host Its First Holi Celebration This March
Monday, 16 March 2026, 10:33 am | Horowhenua District Council
The free, family-friendly event showcases cultural diversity in a vibrant outdoor setting, with colour throws, music, dance and delicious food creating a lively atmosphere for all ages. More >>
