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9 October 2023

Rail crossing repair causes Te Kauwhata Road closure

KiwiRail and Waikato District Alliance will be repairing the rail crossing on the evening of Saturday 21 October.

9 October 2023

Water Supply Bylaw out for consultation

Waikato District Council’s proposed new Water Supply Bylaw 2023 is out for consultation. The proposed bylaw contains Council’s rules for protecting water supply.

5 October 2023

Thank-you for enhancing our lives

Shining stars in our communities. That’s the best way to describe the recipients of our Council’s Mayoral Awards that were held this week.

5 October 2023

Mayor pays tribute to our tireless volunteers

On Tuesday 3 October, 32 people were recognised for their volunteering efforts through Waikato District Council’s Mayoral Community Awards.

3 October 2023

Wairamarama bridge repair to significantly impact local community

Essential repairs to the bridge that links Wairamarama to Onewhero and further north will be carried out from Monday 9 October, causing disruption to the local community for a couple of weeks.

Mayor Jacquie smiling wearing a Warriors cap while holding a Warriors t-shirt outside on a sunny day.

20 September 2023

Five Ways for Five Days

Mayor Jacqui Church reflects on how the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week relates to our council. Up the Wahs.

20 September 2023

Be a part of our future: Ngaaruawaahia, Hopuhopu, and Taupiri

We've got some exciting news to share about the future of Ngaaruawaahia, Hopuhopu, and Taupiri! It's all about making where we live, work and play even better, and we want you to be a part of it.

19 September 2023

More than 60 years of community service celebrated by Council

Ninety-eight year old David Barnes has dedicated his life to serving the Tuakau community, and Council celebrates the many years of service.

7 September 2023

Kia kaha te reo Maaori

Ahead of this year's Te Wiki o te Reo Maaori, Mayor Jacqui celebrates what the language means to our Mana Whenua and how we have our very own unique version of te reo here in the Waikato.

4 September 2023

Enhancing Connectivity: Proposed Railway Station for Northern Waikato

We’re teaming up with Waikato Regional Council and Waka Kotahi to introduce a new train station in Tuakau and maybe even Pookeno. Our goal? Simplify public transit and accommodate growth!

24 August 2023

Economic and connectivity benefits could be on the way following an Infrastructure Committee meeting decision that signalled progress on railway stations in northern Waikato, but there’s a way to go yet.

24 August 2023

Have your say on how we deal with dangerous building issues

Tell us what you think about Council’s process to deal with dangerous building issues. Consultation on the Dangerous, Affected and Insanitary Buildings Policy closes on 22 September. The policy outlines what we do if someone has concerns about a building and wants these concerns investigated.

23 August 2023

Funding available for community art activities – apply before 31 August

Last call to all creatives in the Waikato District – the Creative Communities Scheme funding is open for one more week!

22 August 2023

Land lease proposals to Huntly Friendship House open for submissions

The Waikato District Council has announced its intention to lease land at Huntly West Domain and Hakanoa Domain to Huntly Friendship House to support their efforts providing community programmes.

16 August 2023

Construction kicks off on final piece of Whaaingaroa wharf revamp

Construction is set to kick off on the last of four projects to transform the Whaaingaroa (Raglan) wharf, with a new walkway, tidal stairs and other features soon to start taking shape.

10 August 2023

There’s no place like home

Mayor Jacqui talks about growth in the district, and how you can help shape decisions that impact our communities.

Rural community members meeting with our elected members at our Council Chambers in Ngaruawahia.

26 July 2023

Rural communities connect at Council head office

Mayor Jacqui Church talks about how she is focusing on improving Council’s connection with rural communities and how it helps to deliver on our vision of Building Liveable, Thriving, Connected Communities.

22 July 2023

Fun, sun and happy pooches

There was lots of fun, sun and happy pooches at the Dirty Dog Challenge today, with 489 dogs and 600 runners taking part.

21 July 2023

More than 40 Councils affected by consenting concerns - information for our customers

Waikato District Council is reviewing building consent and compliance documentation, after being notified of allegations against a member of Engineering New Zealand. Here is some information for homeowners or builders/designers, who may have concerns.