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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 >>

Waikato District Council Retains AA+ Fitch Rating

Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 1:14 pm | Waikato District Council

Retaining a higher credit rating lowers interest costs, which means more rates stay within the district, funding local projects and services instead of going to the bank paying interest. More >>

Care, Partnerships And A Happy Ending For Doofus

Tuesday, 17 February 2026, 9:46 am | Waikato District Council

Doofus was picked up roaming in, early December, and was never claimed. Despite his situation, staff quickly noticed his big, goofy and affectionate personality. He passed his temperament assessment with ease and showed strong potential for rehoming. More >>