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Horowhenua District Council - Latest News [Page 4]

Your Last Chance To Vote – Don’t Miss Out, Horowhenua

Friday, 3 October 2025, 11:09 am | Horowhenua District Council

As at Thursday 2 October, 6,325 people (24.57%) across Horowhenua have returned their votes. That means more than 75% of eligible voters still need to make their voices heard. More >>

Kickstart Your Future With The Horowhenua Tertiary Education Scholarship

Friday, 3 October 2025, 8:16 am | Horowhenua District Council

Applications are now open for the Horowhenua District Council Tertiary Education Scholarship, offering a $1,000 scholarship and a paid summer internship with Council during the 2025-2026 over summer. More >>

Expressions Of Interest Sought To Redevelop The Bath Street/Salisbury Street Carpark

Wednesday, 1 October 2025, 6:43 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Chief Executive Monique Davidson says the carpark is currently under-utilised and represents an exciting opportunity for private investment and community benefit. More >>

Ōtaki To North Of Levin Highway: A Key To Unlocking Levin’s Future

Wednesday, 24 September 2025, 3:48 pm | Horowhenua District Council

As heavy traffic moves out of the centre and rail travel becomes easier and more attractive, we can unlock new opportunities for business, recreation, and community spaces. More >>

Council Endorses Closed Landfill Management Plan

Friday, 12 September 2025, 11:45 am | Horowhenua District Council

The Levin Closed Landfill Management Plan confirms that the site on Hōkio Beach Road, which was closed in May 2023, will remain permanently closed. The plan outlines how Council will continue to manage the site and address long-term environmental ... More >>

Robert Harris Café Now Serving At Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom

Friday, 12 September 2025, 11:16 am | Horowhenua District Council

Their expansion into Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom adds vibrancy to the space, alongside the galleries, museums, and library which already make it a chosen destination of choice within the region. More >>

Horowhenua District Council Adopts Revised Foxton Beach Endowment Fund Policy

Friday, 12 September 2025, 10:46 am | Horowhenua District Council

“We now have a Foxton Beach Endowment Fund policy that establishes a strong foundation for transparent, modern fund governance which provides clarity on principles, priorities, and process for future grant making.” More >>

Council Endorses Refreshed Destination Management Plan To Unlock Visitor Economy Potential

Thursday, 11 September 2025, 2:09 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Council has now endorsed the refreshed Destination Management Plan (DMP), which sets a clear pathway to turn these strengths into sustainable outcomes and strengthen the district visitor economy. More >>

Better Train Services On Track

Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 11:20 am | Horowhenua District Council

The battery-electric trains are scheduled to start arriving in 2029, with a full service operating in 2030. More >>

Voting In The 2025 Local Body Election Is Now Open

Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 9:59 am | Horowhenua District Council

Voting in the 2025 Local Body Elections is open from now to midday on Saturday 11 October and it is time to exercise your democratic right and have your say for both the Council and Te Awahou Foxton Community Board. More >>

Changes To Natural Hazard Reporting In LIMs

Monday, 8 September 2025, 9:53 am | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua District Council chief executive Monique Davidson says these changes give councils greater confidence to share a fuller picture of natural hazard information, including clearer explanations and links to information from other agencies. More >>

Work Starts On Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade

Thursday, 21 August 2025, 4:54 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Council has put together a master plan that ensures we do the right thing by the environment; while striking the balance between affordability and ensuring we get this right first time. More >>

Five Days Of Ice Skating Fun In Levin

Wednesday, 20 August 2025, 11:39 am | Horowhenua District Council

This exciting opportunity coincides with our ongoing commitment to a Levin Town Centre transformation that offers a range of activities and social experiences enticing people to visit, play and spend time in the Levin Town Centre. More >>

You Might Qualify For A Rates Rebate: Don’t Miss Out

Monday, 18 August 2025, 5:01 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua District Council chief executive Monique Davidson says rates are an essential source of income, allowing Council to meet the wants and needs of the community. More >>

Horowhenua Adopts Water Services Delivery Plan

Wednesday, 6 August 2025, 3:43 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The plan is the first product of the partnership between Horowhenua District Council, Palmerston North City Council and Rangitīkei District Council, which was formed to comply with the Government’s Local Water Done Well policy. More >>

Council Grants & Community Funding Now Open - Let’s Make Great Things Happen In Horowhenua

Tuesday, 5 August 2025, 4:17 pm | Horowhenua District Council

From one-off community events and youth-led initiatives to creative arts, waste reduction, climate action projects and small facility upgrades, Council offers a range of funding opportunities to support the mahi that matters. More >>

Have Your Say On Māori Wards During This Year’s Election

Monday, 4 August 2025, 10:08 am | Horowhenua District Council

Due to a law change last year, councils with Māori wards not established by a poll of voters are required to either dissolve them or hold a binding poll about their future. More >>

Nominations Now Open For Civic Awards And Youth Excellence Awards 2025

Friday, 1 August 2025, 2:08 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Civic and Youth Excellence Awards honour people who give their time, energy and heart to our communities – from long-serving volunteers and unsung community heroes, to inspiring rangatahi leading the way in sport, the arts, academia and community ... More >>

Horowhenua Stacks Up Well In Council Profiles

Thursday, 31 July 2025, 12:43 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua District Council’s profile allows readers to compare our performance with 25 other similar sized councils around the country. More >>

Growth In The District - What It Means For All Of Us

Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 3:15 pm | Horowhenua District Council

As a district, we’re in between big and small. We have a beautiful mix of urban and rural, made up of towns and settlements that are home to close knit communities. But it won’t be long before Levin (our biggest town) is on its way to becoming ... More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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