Waikato District Council - Latest News [Page 22]
Waikato district focus on community wellbeing
Friday, 19 September 2014, 12:19 pm | Waikato District Council
In line with our goal to enable further economic development and employment opportunities in our district, this month we launched Open Waikato, our online prospectus. This is a fantastic resource for people who want to invest, live or visit the Waikato ... More >>
Raglan Harbour given all clear
Thursday, 4 September 2014, 5:15 pm | Waikato District Council
Waikato District Council has given the all clear for recreational activities and shellfish collecting in the Raglan Harbour following last month’s wastewater pump overflow. More >>
Stump of fallen Raglan Phoenix Palm tree to be removed next
Monday, 1 September 2014, 12:33 pm | Waikato District Council
Stump of fallen Raglan Phoenix Palm tree to be removed next week One of Raglan’s iconic Phoenix Palm trees was damaged in a storm earlier in the year and will not be replaced due to the root system of the adjacent Pohutakawa tree dominating the ... More >>
Waikato: Community views sought on alcohol and gambling
Wednesday, 6 August 2014, 1:12 pm | Waikato District Council
Waikato District Council wants your thoughts on alcohol licensing and gambling to help draft two new policies. As part of the Council’s community driven approach to developing new policies a series of public meetings are being held throughout ... More >>
Council announces changes to Pukekohe Dog Pound
Thursday, 17 July 2014, 12:58 pm | Waikato District Council
Following a change in operation at the Pukekohe Dog Pound, Waikato District Council has announced reduced services at the facility, taking effect on 4 August. The facility, which is owned by Auckland Council and leased by Waikato District Council, was until ... More >>
Waikato District Council - business case for water CCO
Tuesday, 15 July 2014, 12:25 pm | Waikato District Council
Waikato District Council has given its support to proceed with a business case around the future management of water and wastewater services. In April, the Waikato Mayoral Forum commissioned an independent report which recommended a detailed business case ... More >>
Tell us which Matariki entry you like best
Monday, 7 July 2014, 3:11 pm | Waikato District Council
Budding writers and talented artists have been busy creating their entries for our Matariki Short Story/Comic Strip Competition and now we need your help to pick the People’s Vote winner. As part of the Waikato District Matariki Festival, Waikato ... More >>
Maternity Services Engagement Report Released
Friday, 4 July 2014, 11:28 am | Waikato District Council
A recently released New Zealand Institute of Rural Health study on rural maternity services consumer engagement in the Midland region, has found some room for improvement, including improving access to lead maternity carers. More >>
Raglan Library to reopen late July
Friday, 27 June 2014, 4:10 pm | Waikato District Council
With renovations on Raglan Library nearing an end, Waikato District Council is pleased to announce the building will reopen for business at 9am on Monday 28 July. To allow staff to begin the move, the temporary site at 39 Bow Street will be closed for one ... More >>
Environmental report reinforces need for wastewater system
Wednesday, 25 June 2014, 10:29 am | Waikato District Council
An assessment of current on-site wastewater and disposal systems on Whaanga Coast properties has endorsed the installation of a new system to address environmental issues. More >>
Annual Plan adopted
Tuesday, 24 June 2014, 2:18 pm | Waikato District Council
Waikato District Council today formally adopted its Annual Plan. With a strong focus on community projects and a minimal rate increase, it was a good outcome for local communities. More >>
Don't forget to register your dog now and save
Monday, 23 June 2014, 10:26 am | Waikato District Council
Waikato district dog owners are reminded to register their dogs by 20 July to qualify for the prompt payment discount. By now all dog owners should have received their renewal notices reminding them that registration for the year 01 July 2014 – 30 ... More >>
Get your Matariki entries in to be in to win!
Tuesday, 17 June 2014, 2:20 pm | Waikato District Council
People are reminded to get their entries into the Waikato District Matariki Short Story/Comic Competition by 5pm next Friday, 27 June. The competition is part of the second annual Waikato District Matariki Festival and is an opportunity for residents ... More >>
Heavy rain continues to affect Waikato district roads
Thursday, 12 June 2014, 9:50 am | Waikato District Council
Heavy rain overnight has caused more issues on Waikato district roads with the following closures: Waiterimu Road between Tahuna and Waikare Roads; Rutherford Road, 2km north of Orini Road; Kerie Road, Taupiri; Te Puroa Road, and Waikokowai Road. More >>
Storm causes road closures around Waikato district
Wednesday, 11 June 2014, 9:40 am | Waikato District Council
Heavy rain and strong winds overnight has resulted in a number of road closures around Waikato district. Three roads are closed this morning as contractors clear trees and debris from the area including: Boyd Road - south of the intersection with Bankier ... More >>
Waikato District Council Speed Limit Bylaw review
Thursday, 5 June 2014, 2:51 pm | Waikato District Council
A hearing into Council’s annual Speed Limit Bylaw review will reconvene this month after the initial hearing was adjourned. More >>
Join us to celebrate Matariki
Wednesday, 4 June 2014, 9:28 am | Waikato District Council
Join us to celebrate Matariki This month marks the start of the second annual Waikato District Matariki Festival, brought to you by the Waikato District Council and Waikato-Tainui. Matariki is a small but distinctive cluster of stars which appears in the sky in ... More >>
Waikato’s Annual Plan Hearings Begin
Thursday, 22 May 2014, 2:27 pm | Waikato District Council
Residents will have the opportunity to discuss issues from Waikato District Council’s draft Annual Plan when hearings begin on Monday 26 May 2014. More >>
Council asks dog owners to get in quick with registrations
Wednesday, 21 May 2014, 2:04 pm | Waikato District Council
Council asks dog owners to get in quick with their registrations Waikato district dog owners are being asked to register their dog by 20 July 2014 to receive the prompt payment discount. For the third year running, Waikato District Council is offering ... More >>
We need your help turning our house into a home!
Monday, 12 May 2014, 1:04 pm | Waikato District Council
With the refurbishment progressing well on the Raglan Library, Waikato District Council is inviting ideas from the community on how they would like the new space to look. More >>
