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4 May 2023

Rural roads a key focus of recovery effort

Mayor Jacqui highlights the importance of resilient rural transport links to the local economy.

3 May 2023

Waikato Ambassador Programme aims to set businesses apart by boosting local knowledge

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 workshops.

3 May 2023

Council team member bowls her way to victory

Waikato District Council Democracy Manager Gaylene Kanawa helped bowl the Aotearoa Maaori team to triumph during the inaugural World Bowls Digicel Oceania Challenge Cup held in Auckland recently.

3 May 2023

Washed-out culvert closes road for three weeks

Butchers Bridge Road, near Waiuku, will be closed to through traffic for three weeks from 8 May so that a washed-out culvert can be replaced.

3 May 2023

Water supply improvement project starts in Raglan

Main Road and upper Bow Street are the next focal points in Watercare’s Raglan Water Supply Reticulation Upgrade project.

20 April 2023

Lest we forget

Mayor Jacqui talks about a day of remembrance and it's importance to New Zealanders.

12 April 2023

New pontoon and gangway go in at Whaaingaroa Wharf

Exciting progress on the Whaaingaroa (Raglan) Wharf project has been made recently, with the installation of a new pontoon and gangway.

Nature in Tamahere at Tamahere Scientific Reserve

6 April 2023

Have your say on proposed targeted rate for gully restoration in Tamahere

Council is now calling for feedback on a proposed targeted annual rate for $1 per week to help fund ongoing and future conservation work in the Tamahere gully network.

6 April 2023

The road to recovery

Mayor Jacqui Church touches on her first six months as Waikato District Council Mayor, focusing on the ongoing mahi in the recovery and roading space, and a forward look for Council for the upcoming term.

4 April 2023

Boost for creative arts in Raahui Pookeka Huntly

Supporting the community with opportunities to learn about and engage in different art forms are key to the mission of the Raahui Pookeka Huntly Arts Strategy, which was launched at Huntly Arts in the Park last month. Read more.

4 April 2023

Waikato District Council launches online search for property files

Waikato District Council has launched a new online search that allows users to access certain public property files.

3 April 2023

Animal rescue groups to benefit from wet paws

The Waikato District Council Animal Control team hosted their annual Pound Pups Pool Parties on the weekend, which saw 230 dogs hitting the public pools in Ngaruawahia and Tuakau to raise money for Auckland Puppy Rescue and 4 Paws Animal Rescue Waikato.

31 March 2023

Wheelie good times had at the Te Awa River Ride celebration

Communities came together to celebrate cycling connectivity along the great Te Awa River Ride over the weekend. Read more.

28 March 2023

Waikato District Council launches new online offering

It’s now easier for Waikato district residents to do business with Council following the launch of their account-based online system. Learn more.

24 March 2023

Council supports community-led vision for the future of central Waikato district

Central Waikato district residents are feeling excited about the future of their community after Council hosted a series of drop-in sessions earlier this month. Read more.

23 March 2023

Te Awa River Ride to Celebrate Completion this weekend Sunday 26 March 2023

After 14 years of construction and nearly $40m raised, the Te Awa River Ride is finally celebrating its completion.

21 March 2023

Council team celebrates silver at the Turangawaewae Regatta

Waikato District Council staff are celebrating coming away with a silver medal in the Rangatahi division at the recent Turangawaewae Regatta. Read more.

16 March 2023

Natural burials and dogs on leads proposed for Waikato district cemeteries

Allowing natural burials, dogs on leads in cemeteries and removing the provision that prohibits whaanau from filling in graves themselves are three of the key changes being proposed by Waikato District Council. Do you agree? Let us know by 5pm, Sunday 16 April.