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Identifying high-pedestrian areas to prioritise earthquake-prone buildings

We want to know which busy streets may cause problems if an earthquake was to happen. We believe the streets we have identified have the highest volume of foot traffic and cars, but we want to hear from you. Have we got it right? You can give feedback until 5pm on Wednesday 18 May.

Council adopts Dog Control Bylaw with changes, after listening to feedback from dog owners

We've listened – that’s the message to dog owners after Councillors adopted the Dog Control Bylaw and Policy today. As a result of your feedback, some changes have been made. You'll find a summary of the changes to dog exercise areas and rules here.

Representation review finalised ahead of 2022 elections

Ward name changes and boundary shifts are among changes to Waikato District Council’s Proposed Representation Review following a determination made by the Local Government Commission (LGC) yesterday.

Data-based approach means fewer water restrictions in Waikato

For the first time in many years, communities in many parts of Waikato have had a summer free of water restrictions, despite it being as hot and dry as ever. This is thanks to a new insights-based, collaborative approach to manage demand in the Waikato District, achieved through Council partnership with Watercare.

Pause on resource consent pre-application service

Waikato District Council is unable to offer its resource consent pre-application service for at least four months, as staff deal with large numbers of consent applications and the impacts of Covid-19.

Creative NZ funding offering boost for district arts projects

The Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) is currently open and accepting applications for creative arts projects across the district. Applications close March 14

Council is awaiting Local Government Commission decision on proposed representation changes

Waikato District Council have been undertaking a review of how their wards are structured to ensure better representation for their communities ahead of the 2022 triennial local election.

March Message from Mayor Allan

Mayor Allan speaks to the Omicron outbreak and our Proposed District Plan (PDP), shares some growth statistics from 2021 and touches his departure from local Council after 12 years as Mayor.

Shops to remain open on Easter Sunday

Shops in the Waikato district can continue to open on Easter Sunday after Council decided to keep its existing policy.

Ohinewai gets green light from Environment Court

Ohinewai Sleepyhead Development given the go-ahead by Environment Court

Raglan food waste collection consultation opens

Waikato District Council is encouraging the Raglan community to participate in the continuation of the town's food waste collection service, which is now open for consultation.

Teamwork pays off at IPWEA NZ excellence awards

Collaboration with other organisations was a key factor for an award entry submitted by Waikato District Council to the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia NZ Asset Management Excellence Awards.

Waikato District Council staff prepare as Omicron impact ramps up

Waikato District Council is asking its communities to be patient and understanding as staff and contractors are preparing for the expected impact of the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

CLOSED: Ngāruawāhia Customer Services Centre, Office & Library

Our Ngāruawāhia Customer Service Centre, Office and Library will be closed for the rest of the week following a visit from a confirmed covid-19 case between Wednesday 9 February – Saturday 12 February.

Love Your Library Week is here!

Kicking off on Valentine's Day, Love Your Library Week brings lots of exciting surprises to show you how much we appreciate you! Simply call in to your local library for fun activities and free plant seeds, and soar on over to our Facebook group for a sweet competition.

Drinking water available for those without power

We know many of you are still without power following the storm. For those who are on your own tank water supply, here are some locations where you can stock up on drinking water.

Whāingaroa residents have their say on plans to transform wharf

Plans to transform the Whāingaroa (Raglan) wharf with new walkways, a pontoon, tidal stairs and give it a new look and feel are set to go ahead following feedback from residents.

New papakāinga coming to Whāingaroa Raglan

Whāingaroa will be home to a brand new papakāinga in the coming months which will see tangata whenua finally return to their ancestral land.

A New Year Message From Mayor Allan Sanson, Jan 20th 2022

Proposed Waikato District Plan decision released today

Proposed Waikato District Plan decision coming soon

Independent commissioners are expected to release the decisions on the Proposed District Plan (PDP) on Monday

My Vaccine Passes required for most Council facilities

My Vaccine Passes will be required to enter Waikato District Council libraries, offices, swimming pools, dog pounds and campgrounds for those in the community aged over 12 years and three months from 20 December.

Waikato District Council announces workforce vaccination policy

Council adopts vaccine policy requiring employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Kiri Binnersley elected on to Raglan Community Board

Kiri Binnersley has been elected on to the Raglan Community Board.