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7 May 2024

Waikato District Council pushes for continued funding of Te Huia

The Waikato District Council is warning that Te Huia passenger train services could be discontinued unless the service continues to receive funding provided by the New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.

6 May 2024

Rating valuations update for Waikato district ratepayers

There is a delay in the release of the latest rating revaluation data from QV for every property in our district.

3 May 2024

Walkway celebration marks completion of Raglan Wharf projects

The greatly anticipated Whaaingaroa / Raglan Wharf Western Walkway is now open to the public. The walkway was officially opened today in a Karakia ceremony led Kaumatua Atutahi Riki, of Ngaati Maahanga and Tainui, alongside Mayor Jacqui Church and other dignitaries.

2 May 2024

Consultation on Waikato district’s draft 2024/25 Enhanced Annual Plan closes

Consultation on Waikato District Council’s draft Enhanced Annual Plan closed on Friday, with 224 submissions received.

2 May 2024

Milestone marked at Pookeno Sports Park

On Thursday 2 May, Kaumatua from Ngaati Tamaoho, Waikato District Mayor Jacqui Church and other dignitaries celebrated the latest milestone at Pookeno Sports Park.

1 May 2024

Connecting with our communities

This week Mayor Jacqui emphasises the value she puts on her connection with our communities at various events scattered across our district.

1 May 2024

Pookeno Tennis and Recreation Hub shines with new state-of-the-art lighting

Thanks to a new state-of-the-art lighting system, the Pookeno Tennis and Recreation Hub is now able to be in full swing.

17 April 2024

Tackling road and water infrastructure challenges in the Waikato district

This week Mayor Jacqui talks about how infrastructure forms the backbone of our communities. It’s what connects us, enables our economies to thrive, and ensures our quality of life remains high.

12 April 2024

Dogs make a splash for a good cause

As the swimming season comes to an end, and the Waikato District Council public pools close their gates, it was the dogs’ turn in the pool this past weekend.

11 April 2024

Richness in diversity

Councillor Crystal Beavis talks about the village of Matangi, home to the fourth Romanian Orthodox church to be consecrated in New Zealand. as we head towards the inaugural Waikato District Heritage Day.

9 April 2024

Great range of events to celebrate inaugural Waikato District Heritage Day

Waikato District Council and the Waikato District Heritage Forum have come together to present the very first Waikato District Heritage Day, which will see local heritage groups, libraries, museums and heritage location experts celebrating the histories and koorero stories of our communities.

5 April 2024

Navigating growth

The Waikato district holds a unique position as the beating heart of the Golden Triangle, playing an important role in New Zealand’s overall future success, a fact that helps to shapes our strategies and decisions as we navigate growth.

2 April 2024

Work continues on Pookeno-Tuakau bus services

Work continues to be undertaken by Waikato District Council, Waikato Regional Council, Tuakau College, Franklin Transport Network Group and MP Andrew Bayly on bus services for Tuakau College students from Pookeno from the start of Term 2.

28 March 2024

Tuakau Community Board seeks new member in upcoming by-election

Waikato District Council announces an extraordinary by-election for the Tuakau Community Board due to the recent resignation of a member.

26 March 2024

Repairing cyclone damage on Onewhero roads

Work to repair roads in the Onewhero area damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle is scheduled to start in April 2024.

22 March 2024

Let’s talk about the draft 2024/25 Annual Plan and what it means for you

As we navigate through challenging times together, I want to take a moment to talk about some critical decisions that will impact our lives now and in the future.

21 March 2024

Vandalism at Huntly railway station forces Waikato District Council to approve more funding

The price of vandalism became clear when Waikato District Councillors recently approved extra funding to repair the original 1939 heritage building at Raahui Pookeka - Huntly railway station following an arson attack in June 2023.

20 March 2024

Council Backs Kiwi Initiative with Waste Minimisation Funding

Waikato District Council is pleased to announce that our Waste Minimisation fund is now open.

19 March 2024

Waikato District Council engages communities on proposed 13.75% rate increase

Waikato District Council is reaching out to its communities across the district on a proposed 13.75% general rate increase as part of its draft 2024/25 Annual Plan.

8 March 2024

Tauwhare community comes together to celebrate and bless iconic sculpture

More than 40 people gathered at Tauwhare War Memorial Hall over the weekend to bless the community’s artistic new sculpture.

1 March 2024

Ngaaruawaahia Art Centre Celebrates Permanent Home

NGĀ ART and Waikato District Council are today celebrating the purchase of a permanent home for Ngaaruawaahia’s local art centre. The organisation has been using the property at 18 Herschel Street for several years since their previous location on Great South Road was deemed earthquake-prone in 2011 and had to be demolished.

29 February 2024

Te Kauwhata Wastewater Treatment Plant – Stage One Complete!

Waikato District Council, partnered with Watercare, has successfully delivered a leading Membrane Bioreactor wastewater treatment plant in Te Kauwhata. The upgrade is central to addressing environmental concerns, improving water quality, and ensuring sustainable management.

28 February 2024

Council prepares for new era of water services provision

Waikato District Council will start planning for a new era in water services provision beyond June 2026 after Watercare confirmed this week its withdrawal from a contract to operate the district’s water, wastewater and stormwater services.

26 February 2024

Waikato District Council proposes to push pause on 2024-2034 Long Term Plan

Financial planning challenges have prompted Waikato District Council staff to recommend that Council pause work on the 2024-2034 Long Term Plan (LTP) and switch to an ‘enhanced Annual Plan’ for the 2024/25 financial year.