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Wastewater Network Inundated By Unprecedented Stormwater Infiltration - 21 August 2022
Sunday, 21 August 2022, 1:57 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Persistent, heavy rain coupled with high ground water levels, are causing challenges with our networks and isolated flooding for some residents. Waitārere Beach, Foxton and Foxton Beach residents are asked to urgently stop pumping stormwater into the ... More >>
Horowhenua District Council Candidates Confirmed
Friday, 12 August 2022, 5:29 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Nominations for the 2022 Local Body Elections, for the Horowhenua District Council closed today at noon with 28 candidates putting themselves up for election for 18 roles. The make up of Council this triennium is one mayor, 12 councillors (10 General ... More >>
Rates Rebates Applications Made Easier
Friday, 12 August 2022, 10:09 am | Horowhenua District Council
Applications are now open for rate rebates, and this year the process is even easier. Around 2,000 Horowhenua ratepayers are likely to be eligible for a rates rebate of up to $700, and applicants no longer need to book time with a Council officer to ... More >>
Horowhenua Weather Event Update #2 – 29 July 2022
Friday, 29 July 2022, 5:06 pm | Horowhenua District Council
With more rain in the forecast, Horowhenua District Council’s Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) team continue to monitor flooding in the district and are on standby to scale up our response if needed. Flooding due to consistent rainfall caused power ... More >>
Council Monitoring Flooding Situation - 28 July 2022
Thursday, 28 July 2022, 4:13 pm | Horowhenua District Council
As heavy rainfall causes flooding and power outages around the district, Horowhenua District Council’s Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) team continues to monitor the situation and is working to make contact with affected residents. Chief ... More >>
Nominations Open For Civic Honours And Youth Excellence Scholarships – 25 July 2022
Monday, 25 July 2022, 6:43 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Communities run on the power and goodwill of volunteers. Without them, there would be no Saturday morning netball, no ripper rugby, no props for our plays, no neighbourhood support groups. It’s time to show our most outstanding volunteers how valued they ... More >>
Council’s Civil Defence Emergency Management Team On Standby
Tuesday, 12 July 2022, 5:02 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Horowhenua District Council’s Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) team are on standby as wild wintry weather is again causing disruption in the district, with minor property damage, trees down and flooding in areas. The Emergency Operations ... More >>
Matariki Hunga Nui Exhibition Making Taonga Shine
Thursday, 30 June 2022, 5:37 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Stirring works of art inspired by the dawn rise of Matariki have been brought together in the Māpuna Kabinet Art Gallery in Foxton’s Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom. Sculptural work by Tracey Underwood greets visitors as they walk into the Matariki Hunga Nui ... More >>
Council’s Unanimous Message Is Loud And Clear – Get On With It Already - 29 June 2022
Thursday, 30 June 2022, 3:37 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Council has unanimously endorsed the Detailed Business Case prepared for Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency for the Ōtaki to North Levin/Taitoko (Ō2NL) project. The endorsement is a necessary step in the process, ahead of a joint minister workshop ... More >>
Horowhenua District Council 2022/23 Annual Plan And Fees And Charges Adopted – 30 June 2022
Thursday, 30 June 2022, 11:06 am | Horowhenua District Council
Horowhenua District Council has adopted the Annual Plan and Fees and Charges for 2022/23. Highlighting services and projects we plan to deliver in the 2022/23 financial year, the Annual Plan sets out the budget, rates, and key projects for the year. ... More >>
Horowhenua Is Growing Fast And We Need More Homes
Wednesday, 29 June 2022, 10:17 am | Horowhenua District Council
Horowhenua is one of the fastest growing districts in Aotearoa. As the economy grows, so does the attraction of Horowhenua as a place to live and work, increasing the pressure on housing in the District. "We know the housing shortage is nothing ... More >>
Horowhenua Libraries To Remove Overdue Fees
Tuesday, 28 June 2022, 2:06 pm | Horowhenua District Council
We’re starting a new chapter by making Horowhenua libraries free from overdue fines. On Friday 1 July existing fines will be wiped and no further overdue fines will be applied. Our libraries provide important kaupapa for our community and house ... More >>
Horowhenua District Council Gears Up For The 2022 Local Elections
Wednesday, 22 June 2022, 2:29 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Election Day is Saturday 8 October 2022 and preparation is already underway at Horowhenua District Council. Council's Chief Executive Monique Davidson says Horowhenua people should check if they're enrolled to vote in the 2022 local elections. "Local ... More >>
Matariki Night Lights Over Foxton – Shining Brighter Than Ever
Tuesday, 21 June 2022, 7:31 pm | Horowhenua District Council
In June, a bright Puanga star will light up the dawn sky, signalling the arrival of Matariki and the start of the Māori New Year. Te Awahou Foxton will come together as part of a broader calendar of local events, to celebrate its appearance with dazzling ... More >>
Horowhenua Matariki Celebrations – 15 June 2022
Wednesday, 15 June 2022, 2:51 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Horowhenua will light up with more than 20 Matariki celebrations events around the district during June and July. It is the first year Matariki has been officially commemorated as a public holiday and we are ready to celebrate. Fun and educational ... More >>
Horowhenua Weather Event – Update 7 9.30am - Tuesday 14 June 2022
Tuesday, 14 June 2022, 10:11 am | Horowhenua District Council
The preventative flood protection barrier deployed at Foxton Beach Wharf, did what it was meant to do last night and protected many of the properties along Hartley and Dawson Streets. Mayor Bernie Wanden praised the efforts of those who were on ... More >>
Horowhenua Weather Event – Update 6 4.30pm
Monday, 13 June 2022, 4:54 pm | Horowhenua District Council
A minor landslip has occurred at the Levin Landfill. Top soil and grass has shifted on one of the cells and disconnected some pipework from one of the gas wells onsite. Specialised contractors, gasfitters and Envirowaste staff are currently assessing ... More >>
Horowhenua Weather Event – Update 5 3.00pm - Monday 13 June 2022
Monday, 13 June 2022, 3:39 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Mayor Bernie Wanden extends his support to those properties that have been affected by today’s severe weather. “With high tide expected later tonight and waves expected to reach seven metres, we are doing what we can to protect and support those residents ... More >>
Mayoral Relief Fund Deadline Extended
Monday, 13 June 2022, 1:37 pm | Horowhenua District Council
We have extended the deadline for Mayoral Relief Fund applications until 5pm 30 June. The original cut off for applications for the fund, which can help with remedying property damage, or covering costs incurred following the May 20 tornado, was previously ... More >>
Horowhenua Weather Event - Update 4 10.15am - Monday 13 June 2022
Monday, 13 June 2022, 10:47 am | Horowhenua District Council
Horowhenua residents are being encouraged to stay indoors if they can and limit any non-essential travel. Thunderstorms overnight have caused localised surface flooding, with Foxton and Foxton Beach residents being impacted the most. High tide coupled ... More >>
