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Horowhenua District Council - Latest News [Page 9]

Upgrade Makes Tokomaru Water Supply Safer

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:32 am | Horowhenua District Council

Council will continue to test the Tokomaru water supply monthly until the end of the year, when it will revert to the statutory six-month cycle. More >>

Collective Responsibility At The Heart Of The Community Wellbeing Strategy 2024-27

Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:55 am | Horowhenua District Council

This update was shaped by community engagement, including workshops, online consultations, a citizens’ panel, and invaluable input from Iwi partners. More >>

Horowhenua District Council Votes To Keep Māori Ward

Sunday, 15 September 2024, 11:07 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Mayor Bernie Wanden described today’s 11-2 vote as a milestone in Council’s history. He said it was a proud day when Council voted to establish a Māori ward, and the two councillors had brought value and perspective to the council table. More >>

Horowhenua Council To Vote On Māori Ward

Saturday, 14 September 2024, 11:25 pm | Horowhenua District Council

If Council decides to keep the Horowhenua (Māori) Ward a referendum will be held as part of the 2025 Local Election, giving ratepayers the final decision on the ward's future. More >>

Apply For A Rates Rebate

Friday, 23 August 2024, 2:13 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Rebates are calculated based on your household income, the number of dependents living with you, and the total amount of rates for the rating year 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025, including both Horowhenua District Council and Horizons Regional Council rates. More >>

Horowhenua Job Expo To Inspire The Next Generation Of Workers - Future Pathways

Friday, 16 August 2024, 6:25 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Rangatahi in Horowhenua will soon have the opportunity to explore a world of career possibilities at the upcoming Future Pathways job expo. Scheduled for Tuesday 22 October 2024, from 10am to 2pm at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, this event aims ... More >>

Council Seeks Community Feedback On The Future Of The Horowhenua (Māori) Ward

Friday, 16 August 2024, 12:07 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua District Council is seeking community feedback on the future of the Horowhenua (Māori) Ward for the 2025 Local Elections. Recent changes in legislation mean that the Council must make a decision at its meeting on 4 September 2024 to either: not ... More >>

Council Seeks Community Feedback On The Future Of The Horowhenua Māori Ward

Friday, 16 August 2024, 11:57 am | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua District Council is seeking community feedback on the future of the Horowhenua (Māori) Ward for the 2025 Local Elections. More >>

Unwrapping The Magic – Horowhenua Christmas Parade And Carnival Returns

Thursday, 15 August 2024, 7:44 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Mark your calendars for Saturday, 7 December, because the Horowhenua Christmas Parade and Carnival is set to bring joy and wonder to all. More >>

UPDATE 5: Do Not Drink Notice Is Lifted – Tokomaru Water Supply Is Safe To Drink

Friday, 9 August 2024, 4:24 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Public Safety is our number one priority and while we may have caused our community concern and inconvenience, it was important that we had complete confidence that the water supply was and still is safe for drinking. More >>

UPDATE 4: Tokomaru Do Not Drink Water Notice Remains In Place For Now

Thursday, 8 August 2024, 7:34 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Based on the latest evidence from yesterday’s results showing that the reservoir and the network were both compliant, Council decided to run 18 separate samples today, to test across the network. More >>

UPDATE 3 -– Council Has Issued A Do Not Drink Water Notice For Tokomaru Water Supply

Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 4:50 pm | Horowhenua District Council

A do not drink water notice is issued when the water supply is, or could be, contaminated with harmful chemicals and toxins. In this case boiling water will not make it safe. More >>

Council Issues Interim Water Notice For Tokomaru Residents As A Precaution

Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 10:17 am | Horowhenua District Council

This morning, as an interim measure, Council have issued a water notice to Tokomaru residents advising them to stop drinking the Tokomaru Water Supply with immediate effect. More >>

Council Takes Proactive And Precautionary Steps As Tokomaru Water Supply Found To Have Potential Traces Of Lead

Tuesday, 6 August 2024, 7:27 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Council is notifying Tokomaru residents of a potential lead contamination issue of its water supply. In April 2024 we tested all drinking water in Horowhenua as part of our routine metal testing regime. These results came back compliant (safe ... More >>

Your Voice Matters. Have Your Say On Two Important Bylaws – Friday 2 August 2024

Friday, 2 August 2024, 4:30 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Submissions close at 5pm on Friday 30 August 2024. More >>

Shine A Light On Local Stars – Nominations Open For 2024 Civic & Youth Excellence Awards – 31 July 2024

Friday, 2 August 2024, 11:13 am | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua District Council is proud to announce the opening of nominations for the 2024 Civic and Youth Excellence Awards. These awards celebrate the dedication and achievements of our outstanding community members. More >>

Streamlined Community Grants Round Opens 1 August 2024 – 29 July 2024

Monday, 29 July 2024, 7:06 pm | Horowhenua District Council

The next round of Community Grants will be open from Thursday 1 August 2024. This funding round includes several grants aimed at supporting community groups, projects, and events that enrich the lives of Horowhenua residents. More >>

Council Opens Call For Local Contractors To Join Trades Services Panel

Friday, 12 July 2024, 2:26 pm | Horowhenua District Council

This panel offers a unique opportunity for businesses to engage in Council projects, supporting the Parks and Property team in maintaining our facilities and open spaces to a consistently high standard. More >>

Water Restrictions Lifted - Levin and Ōhau

Thursday, 11 July 2024, 5:57 pm | Horowhenua District Council

Water restrictions for Levin and Ōhau have been lifted, effective immediately. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance with saving water during the restrictions. While restrictions are lifted, let's continue being mindful of our water use to ensure ... More >>

Council Adopts 2024-2044 Long Term Plan

Thursday, 27 June 2024, 10:54 am | Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua District Council officially adopted its Long Term Plan (LTP) 2024-2044 during a Council meeting held on Wednesday 26 June 2024. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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