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Have Your Say On Horowhenua District Council’s Proposed Dog Control Policy And Bylaw

Thursday, 27 March 2025, 5:12 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The Horowhenua District is home to more than 6000 registered dogs and their owners. Horowhenua District Council is reviewing its Dog Control Policy and Bylaw which set the local rules for owning dogs, providing them with recreational areas, and keeping ... More >>

Horowhenua District Council Votes In Favour Of Levin War Memorial Hall And Village Green Redevelopment

Thursday, 27 March 2025, 11:46 am | Horowhenua District Council

During Wednesday’s Horowhenua District Council meeting, a majority of elected members voted to sell the land to The Wellington Company Limited after a month-long community consultation on the proposed redevelopment. More >>

Poads Road Reservoir Moves A Step Closer

Friday, 21 March 2025, 5:59 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The proposal is to build a 740,000 cubic metre reservoir at Poads Road, near the Levin water treatment plant on Gladstone Road. More >>

Council Welcomes Economic Development Review And New Leadership At Horowhenua Company Limited

Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 2:41 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Considering the recommendations of the recent Section 17A Review of Economic Development, Council voted to support an enhanced version of the current operating model that sees Council outsource the delivery of economic development services to The Horowhenua ... More >>

One Of The Biggest Decisions For Horowhenua – Have Your Say On The Future Of Water Services

Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 11:08 am | Horowhenua District Council

Under the Government’s Local Water Done Well programme, all councils must consult with their communities on the future delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services. More >>

Have Your Say On The Proposed Fees And Charges For 2025/26

Monday, 3 March 2025, 5:32 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Fees and charges ensure the funding of services provided by Council is fairly split between users and the rest of the community. Feedback is sought specifically on the Food Act and Resource Management Act fees and charges for the 2025/26 financial year. ... More >>

Safer At 80, Says Mayor Bernie

Monday, 24 February 2025, 4:15 pm | Horowhenua District Council

‘Hard data show lower speed limits in the area save lives, with minimal difference in travel times,’ says Mayor Bernie. More >>

Pasifika Celebration Day Set To Shine In Horowhenua

Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:40 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Organised by Fale Pasifika Horowhenua, Pasifika Celebration Day will showcase an electrifying mix of traditional and contemporary Pacific performances, cuisine, and art, bringing together communities from across New Zealand for an afternoon of cultural ... More >>

Community Grants And Funding – Don’t Miss Your Chance To Apply

Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 11:29 am | Horowhenua District Council

“These grants are about making a real difference. Grassroots projects, events, and initiatives bring people together and strengthen our community, and we want to support the people who are out there making things happen.” More >>

Upcoming Works For Foxton’s Community Facilities

Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:56 am | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden expressed his appreciation for the upgrades, saying, "These projects have been in the pipeline for some time, and it's fantastic to see investment in our community facilities. We want our residents to take pride in these ... More >>

Reimagining The Levin War Memorial Hall: Have Your Say

Monday, 17 February 2025, 5:14 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The reimagined Levin War Memorial Hall includes a restaurant, craft brewery and retail spaces, as well as the retention of the Freyberg Room for community use, attracting more people to this part of the town centre. More >>

Minister Bishop: An Opportunity To Work With Local Government In An Imaginative Way

Monday, 17 February 2025, 1:20 pm | Horowhenua District Council

New roads – along with any infrastructure projects – should be built once and built right. And an important part of getting it right is having the best funding model. More >>

Horowhenua One Step Closer To Establishing A World-class Douglas Links Golf Course

Friday, 14 February 2025, 12:24 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Following a period of public notification, Council has voted to change the reserve classification of part of the Muhunoa West Road esplanade reserve from local purpose to recreation. This means part of the reserve can be used for a links golf course, ... More >>

Get Ready To Move - Whānau Triathlon Series Returns To Horowhenua – Friday 14 February 2025

Friday, 14 February 2025, 10:14 am | Horowhenua District Council

At each location across the district, there will be a running, cycling, and swimming leg for each age group, with whānau strongly encouraged to join in making this a true family event where families can support, cheer, and even compete together. More >>

You Can Be A Key Player In The Future Of Foxton And Foxton Beach

Thursday, 13 February 2025, 11:15 am | Horowhenua District Council

In December, the Foxton and Foxton Beach Community Plan on a Page received unanimous support and endorsement from Horowhenua District Council elected members and the Te Awahou Foxton Community Board. More >>

Council Sticks To The Long Term Plan, Big Decisions Ahead

Monday, 3 February 2025, 12:18 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The Long Term Plan (LTP) was developed when all of New Zealand was facing higher costs, global uncertainty and reform in several key areas such as water and resource management. More >>

Consultation On Local Waters Bylaw Begins

Monday, 13 January 2025, 10:57 am | Horowhenua District Council

‘The proposed Bylaw is relevant to many in our community, from businesses to homeowners and rural residents,’ says Chief Executive Monique Davidson. More >>

Mayor Bernie Wanden Welcomes New Community Newspaper

Monday, 23 December 2024, 2:10 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The Horowhenua Star will be published by ID media, which already publishes community newspaper Otaki Today. More >>

Birds, Art And Fun For Everyone – Friday 20 December 2024

Friday, 20 December 2024, 10:12 am | Horowhenua District Council

This free, family-friendly exhibition, scheduled to run until Friday 28 February 2025, is all about the beauty and importance of our native birds, especially those that call the Manawatū Estuary home. More >>

Local Waters Bylaw For Community Consultation In New Year

Thursday, 12 December 2024, 3:50 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The draft bylaw provides a clear framework and will bring rules about drinking water, wastewater, stormwater and trade waste into one place, making it easier for businesses and the public to understand and comply with them. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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