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19 December 2024

Tracy Jones elected to Huntly Community Board

Results from the Huntly Community Board by-election have been confirmed and Tracy Jones will join the board.

18 December 2024

New chief executive appointed

Waikato District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Hobbs as its new chief executive.

17 December 2024

What do we really mean by three waters?

The phrase ‘3 waters’ was a much-used industry term long before it became the label for the previous government’s water services review. So, what does it really mean?

13 December 2024

A joint arrangement with Hamilton City and Waikato District will be the focus of public consultation on water services

Waikato District Council today made an emphatic commitment to working in partnership with Hamilton City Council on a joint CCO to supply water services. Come March 2025, Council will be consulting on options, with Hamilton City identified as the preferred way forward.

12 December 2024

So much done, so much more to do

As we end the year, Mayor Jacqui chats about the many challenges and opportunities that the growth of our district brings.

10 December 2024

Big decisions ahead for water

Gavin Ion, Chief Executive at Waikato District Council, outlines big decisions ahead with water services delivery.

9 December 2024

Change is on the way for how we deliver water services

Waikato District councillors will review the formal recommendation on how it will structure water services in the future on Friday 13 December. Mayor Jacqui Church outlines the importance of the decision.

9 December 2024

Mixed fortunes for Pookeno infrastructure projects

Positive progress is being made with a number of Council roading projects being completed in Pookeno in recent months, says Waikato District Council Mayor, Jacqui Church.

9 December 2024

Changes to rules for keeping animals, following feedback

We have made a few changes to the Keeping of Animals Bylaw, after hearing public feedback. The bylaw includes rules to reduce or prevent animal nuisance and specifies areas where certain animals can be kept, such as bees, pigs, chickens, and roosters.

6 December 2024

Next steps towards a preferred option for water services delivery

Council will meet on Friday 13 December to review options for how our district's water is managed.

4 December 2024

Arsenic results now meeting drinking water standards

Operational changes at Waikato District Council’s Ngaaruawaahia treatment plant have ensured arsenic levels in treated water sourced from the Waikato River are now within the maximum acceptable value (MAV).

2 December 2024

Council approves updated Fees and Charges for 2024/25

Today, Waikato District Council approved some updates to its fees and charges for the 2024/25 year, starting from 5 December 2024. These changes ensure the Council is clear and fair about covering service costs.

2 December 2024

Animal Control superstar honoured with award

Waikato District Council Education and Engagement Officer, Zoey Jackson, has been awarded the Te Tohu Maimoa Award for her exceptional contribution to the well-being of companion animals.

28 November 2024

Improved arsenic level results recorded

Only one of Waikato District Council’s water treatment plants recorded slightly elevated arsenic levels in treated water, test results showed today.

28 November 2024

SH1B Telephone Road will reopen next year

Waikato District Council welcomes news that SH1B Telephone Road will reopen next year, mid-2025.

27 November 2024

No cause for concern after slightly elevated levels of arsenic detected in water supply

Watercare have reported slightly elevated levels of arsenic in recent samples of treated water from the Waikato River from its plant near Tuakau. This plant supplies Pookeno and Tuakau, but there is no immediate risk to public health.

27 November 2024

Huntly Community Board by-election – voting closes on 17 December

Huntly – you should have received your voting papers for the Huntly Community Board by-election. All votes must be in by 17 December. Ballot papers can be dropped at the Council office in Huntly or Ngaaruawaahia.

27 November 2024

Funding boost supports upgrades to historically significant site in the Waikato

Planned upgrades at Te Huinga o Ngaa Wai - The Point and Kiingitangi Reserves have received a shot in the arm thanks to $100,000 from WEL Energy Trust’s Capital Beneficiary Project Fund.

27 November 2024

Preferred wastewater option undergoing final assessments

Residents who would like to find out more about the latest proposal for the discharge of treated wastewater from the Raglan wastewater plant, can meet with staff at a drop-in session in the car park of the Wainui Reserve on Tuesday 3 December from 3.30pm to 7pm.