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Speed Limit Changes Across Waikato District
Wednesday, 15 July 2026, 12:18 pm | Waikato District Council
The changes include roads around schools, marae, and community facilities, along with other roads where safety concerns were identified through crash history, requests from the public, and feedback received during previous speed limit reviews. More >>
Stories Of Creativity, Culture, And Community Across Waikato District
Wednesday, 8 July 2026, 4:22 pm | Waikato District Council
Waikato District Council Community Led Development Advisor Lianne Van Den Bemd said the project was an opportunity to celebrate the people making a positive difference across Waikato district. More >>
Stories Of Creativity, Culture, And Community Across Waikato District
Wednesday, 8 July 2026, 1:57 pm | Waikato District Council
The series celebrates community groups using creativity to strengthen their communities. From preserving culture and supporting rangatahi, to restoring local environments, creating opportunities for local makers, & strengthening community connections More >>
Enza’s Second Chance
Monday, 6 July 2026, 3:13 pm | Waikato District Council
Using funds donated by our Animal Control team's Pound Pup Pool Party back in April, they helped cover the cost of Enza's life-changing surgery at GT Vets. More >>
Leaf It To Horotiu School
Friday, 3 July 2026, 10:48 am | Waikato District Council
With the guidance of Enviroschools and Trees for Survival, the students grew 600 of the seedlings themselves in the school's greenhouse. More >>
Fur-Ever Tags Are Here
Friday, 22 May 2026, 3:10 pm | Waikato District Council
The new tags come in two different sizes to suit your dog, 25mm and 30mm. The tags can be viewed at your nearest Waikato District Council office. More >>
Discharge Of Contaminants Result In Convictions And Fines
Friday, 22 May 2026, 2:10 pm | Waikato District Council
The sentences were imposed in the Huntly District Court by Judge Melinda Dickey in two decisions released in April and May of this year. The prosecution was taken under the Resource Management Act by Waikato Regional Council. More >>
South Waikato Farmer Fined For Unlawful Effluent Discharges
Friday, 22 May 2026, 1:57 pm | Waikato District Council
The fine was imposed by Judge Melinda Dickey from the Huntly District Court after Mr Christensen plead guilty to two charges under the Resource Management Act. More >>
National Recognition For Hukanui Playground And Council Mahi
Wednesday, 20 May 2026, 12:49 pm | Waikato District Council
The awards celebrate excellence across parks, play and open spaces throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, recognising projects that strengthen communities, support wellbeing and create welcoming public spaces. More >>
Early Action And Coordination Kept Waikato Communities Safe During Severe Weather
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 2:16 pm | Waikato District Council
The Council is now focused on recovery, including clearing and reopening roads, and ensuring stormwater systems are operating effectively. More >>
State Of Emergency Declared As Cyclone Vaianu Approaches
Saturday, 11 April 2026, 7:39 pm | Waikato District Council
A State of Local Emergency has been declared for the Waikato region, including Waikato district, for seven days as a precaution ahead of Cyclone Vaianu. The declaration enables emergency services and councils to respond quickly to the severe weather ... More >>
Waikato District Council Confirms Below Inflation General Rate Increase
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 3:24 pm | Waikato District Council
Individual rate increases will vary for ratepayers according to the capital value of property and the specific services they receive such as rubbish collection. More >>
Waikato Welcomes Approvals Supporting Growth, Housing And Industry
Thursday, 26 March 2026, 10:46 am | Waikato District Council
The Government has approved the use of an Infrastructure Funding and Financing (IFF) levy to support the first stage of the Te Awa Lakes development on the northern edge of Hamilton, clearing the way for up to 1,500 new homes. More >>
Government Loan Enables Major Boost For Waikato And Regional Connectivity
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 1:08 pm | Waikato District Council
Mayor Aksel Bech said the investment is a significant win for the Waikato region, strengthening regional connectivity while supporting a more resilient aviation network for New Zealand. More >>
Waikato District Council And Xtreme Zero Waste Sign New Waste Services Contract
Friday, 13 March 2026, 2:08 pm | Waikato District Council
The new contract allows Xtreme Zero Waste securityoftheiroperations for another 10 years. It also enables important health and safety improvements to be made to the design of the collection vehicles and trailers to make them safer ... More >>
IAWAI Agreement Signals New Era For Water Infrastructure In Waikato And Hamilton
Wednesday, 11 March 2026, 3:43 pm | Waikato District Council
Mayor Aksel Bech says today’s unanimous agreement signals council’s commitment to IAWAI. More >>
Former i SITE To Become Cultural And Recreation Hub For Raahui Pookeka Huntly
Monday, 9 March 2026, 4:24 pm | Waikato District Council
Council will now work alongside Te Ruunanga o Ngaati Naho to repair and restore the vacant building so it can support this expanded programme of activity. More >>
Community Aspirations For Lorenzen Bay Reserve Recognised
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 11:52 am | Waikato District Council
Lorenzen Bay Reserve has become a focal point for community-led ecological restoration and recreational development, with local residents actively involved in improving the reserve since 2013. More >>
Ahead Of The Curve (and Corners)
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 11:35 am | Waikato District Council
No matter where you live, whether it’s rural roads, main streets through towns, or coastal roads, this work helps keep your journeys safer and more reliable. More >>
Release Of IAWAI Water Services Strategy
Wednesday, 25 February 2026, 5:51 pm | Waikato District Council
The draft Strategy sets out a longterm, sustainable approach to delivering drinking water and wastewater services for customers connected to water services across the Waikato District, Mayor Aksel said. More >>
