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Community Voice Ignored In Speed Limit Decision, Says Mayor Bernie
Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 5:29 pm | Horowhenua District Council
‘The voice of the community has been ignored – and that means higher risk for all road users,’ says Horowhenua District Council Mayor Bernie Wanden. More >>
Horowhenua Community Invited To ANZAC Day 2025 Commemorations
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 11:01 am | Horowhenua District Council
To honour those we’ve lost to war and the service of returned men and women, a full programme of ANZAC Day observances will take place throughout Horowhenua. The community is warmly invited to gather in person to reflect, remember, and pay tribute. More >>
Horowhenua Gears Up For A Holiday Full Of Free Community Events
Friday, 11 April 2025, 5:44 pm | Horowhenua District Council
“It’s fantastic to see such a vibrant programme of free activities happening across the district. These events are a great way to bring people together, support families and celebrate what makes Horowhenua special,” says Mayor Bernie. More >>
Food Scraps Collection Trial Begins
Wednesday, 9 April 2025, 8:09 am | Horowhenua District Council
Around 500 households in Queen Street East and West and Wereroa Road in Levin have been selected to take part in the trial. More >>
Levin Weather Event - Update 4 4.45pm - Tuesday 8 April 2025
Tuesday, 8 April 2025, 5:21 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Skip bins are in place in Collingwood Street and Wilton Street to assist residents affected by the weather event. These bins are for storm-related waste and are available for use by households in those areas. More >>
Levin Weather Event – Update 3 2.30pm Tuesday 8 April 2025
Tuesday, 8 April 2025, 2:48 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Waikawa Beach was also impacted by the weather event, and Council contractors have been on the ground responding to damage in the area. More >>
Levin Weather Event – Update 2 10.45am Tuesday 8 April 2025
Tuesday, 8 April 2025, 11:58 am | Horowhenua District Council
No injuries have been reported. Contractors are actively responding, including clearing debris, unblocking drains, and supporting impacted households. The diversion on Oxford Street has been lifted and the road is open to through traffic. More >>
Horowhenua District Council Proposes Change To District Plan
Friday, 4 April 2025, 7:53 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Proposed Plan Change 6A seeks to rezone 22ha of land on the northwest of Levin (off Ryder Crescent, Kawiu Road and Sudeng Street) from Deferred Residential (Future Residential) to Residential. This land is one of Council’s identified urban growth areas – ... More >>
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 >>
