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Clr Eugene Patterson, Mayor Jacqui Church and Anthony Averill

30 June 2023

Embracing opportunities

Mayor Jacqui Church talks Annual Plan after this week's Council adoption and considers future opportunities.

30 June 2023

Waikato District Council’s newly adopted Annual Plan aims to build strong and resilient communities

The Waikato District Council is pleased to announce the adoption of its 2023/24 Annual Plan, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing community wellbeing and strengthening the district's disaster relief fund.

29 June 2023

Land purchase paves way for Ngaruawahia hub plans

Revitalising the town centre of Ngaruawahia and the development of a community hub are the main reasons behind Waikato District Council’s purchase of the old Waipa Tavern site.

28 June 2023

New rules for Waikato district cemeteries

Waikato district cemeteries are moving one step closer to being more inclusive for all with the the new 2023 Cemeteries Bylaw.

23 June 2023

New recreational development on the cards for Te Kowhai

Waikato District Council is planning to serve the growing community of Te Kowhai and the surrounding area with more public space for recreational and sporting activities.

21 June 2023

1000 more plants at Les Batkin Reserve thanks to Tuakau Primary School

More than 1000 native species have been planted at Les Batkin Reserve, in Tuakau, thanks to Tuakau Primary School students and volunteers.

16 June 2023

Raglan residents get a first taste of new and improved Whaaingaroa Wharf

Raglan residents today get their first chance to test out improvements at the Whaaingaroa wharf today, including a newly constructed pontoon, kayak ramp and eastern walkway.

15 June 2023

Huntly railway station remains open following a suspicious fire

Raahui Pookeka | Huntly Railway Station is open for business as usual. That’s the message from Waikato District Council despite a fire that tore through the original 1939 heritage station building on the site.

15 June 2023

Rural excellence front and centre at Fieldays

Mayor Jacqui Church reflects on innovation and sustainability at Fieldays this week.

14 June 2023

Waikato District Council approves targeted rate for Tamahere gully restoration works

The Waikato District Council has made a decision in support of the Tamahere Mangaone Restoration Trust's endeavours to restore and preserve the natural beauty of the Tamahere Gully Network.

12 June 2023

Dog registrations are due

It's time to renew your dog registration. Pay by 20 July to get a $20 discount per dog. You'll also go in the draw to win a free registration for the year (applies to one dog only).

12 June 2023

Consent Pre-application Service available - written advice only

Our Resource Consent pre-application service is available again. The service was paused in March last year, while staff dealt with large numbers of consent applications and the impacts of Covid-19. We are still experiencing a high demand for consenting services and so, at this stage, we will only be providing written advice.

1 June 2023

The Waikato Ambassador Programme is coming to Tuakau

Hamilton and Waikato Tourism are calling for business owners, employees, and individuals to step up and play their part in promoting our district by participating in the Waikato Ambassador Programme workshop.

31 May 2023

Taking the lead

Mayor Jacqui Church talks about Waikato District Council becoming the first Council to honour Kingi Tūheitia and the Kiingitanga by displaying his portrait along with King Charles III, following his recent coronation as British monarch and head of the commonwealth state.

31 May 2023

Heritage railway station building heads back to the track

Having undergone significant upgrades over the past few years, Raahui Pookeka | Huntly Railway Station is one step closer to restoration as the original 1939 heritage railway building is returning to the station this week.

29 May 2023

Council portrays commitment to reflecting diversity of all communities

Waikato District Council has taken the step to visibly pay respect to both the Maaori King, Kiingi Tūheitia Potatau Te Wherowhero VII and the British King, King Charles III, by unveiling their portraits side by side in its Council Chambers – with a ceremony to mark the occasion taking place on Friday 26 May.

25 May 2023

Networking event aims to enhance Waikato District businesses

Providing businesses with the chance to connect, learn and explore opportunities for growth and collaboration, Waikato District Council is displaying its commitment to the support and growth of district businesses with an upcoming business networking event.

24 May 2023

Storm damage assessment continues

Assessing the extent of storm damage on our rural roading network is progressing with geotechnical investigations currently being undertaken on major slip and slump sites in the district.

18 May 2023

Balancing the books

Mayor Jacqui Church talks about Council's Annual Plan and how the increasingly challenging economic environment has forced Council to make a decision to increase rates from those originally indicated in Year 3 of the Long-Term Plan. A necessary step in order for Council to continue to balance affordability and delivery.

16 May 2023

Walk, run or cycle: Raglan’s Town2Surf cycleway takes another step towards completion

Having undergone significant work over the past year, the completion of Raglan’s Town2Surf cycleway is on the horizon, providing locals and visitors alike with a safe place to walk, run and cycle.

15 May 2023

Who is your road safety hero?

While not all heroes wear capes, road safety heroes have one superpower we really need – the ability to help make our roads safer for everyone.

10 May 2023

Date set for award-winning Dirty Dog Challenge – get ready to get muddy!

Waikato District Council and Hamilton City Council are teaming up again for this unique event, to be held on Saturday 22 July. If your dog loves getting dirty, and you don’t mind a bit of mud, then the Dirty Dog Challenge is for you.

9 May 2023

Heavy rain expected throughout the day

Keep up to date on any weather-related changes in the Waikato District.

4 May 2023

Making public spaces safer for everyone

In the new Public Places Bylaw, horse riding is allowed on grass berms in urban areas that have a speed limit of 70km/h or less. Scooters, skateboards and rollerblades can be used in town centres but not in ways that cause damage, annoyance or obstructions. The Traffic Bylaw has also been adopted and adds tools to help manage nuisance behaviour on road.