25 November 2024

Call for Te Kowhai residents to have their say on new recreational facility

Waikato District Council is putting out the call for residents of Te Kowhai and surrounding areas to have their say on the development of a new local recreational facility.

21 November 2024

Turning tyres into treasure

Have you got any unwanted tyres taking up space in your garage or garden? Mark your calendar for Saturday, 7 December, and head into Te Kauwhata for a tyre recycling event.

20 November 2024

Making planning and building easier for our customers

We’ve made some changes to improve our consenting processes and make it easier for people who want to build or develop land in the Waikato district.

13 November 2024

Hearings panel recommends reserve reclassification

A Hearings Panel has recommended to Waikato District Council's Infrastructure Committee to reclassify part of the Pookeno Domain from Recreation Reserve to Local Purpose (community centre) Reserve.

13 November 2024

Naike Wellness Hub brings life to rural New Zealand

With only 109 households, the small rural community of Naike is buzzing with life after the opening of its new Strength and Wellness Centre.

8 November 2024

Event: Final options for Raglan’s wastewater discharge

A special presentation will be held on 19 November at the Raglan Club to update the local community on Waikato District Council’s proposal for how wastewater treatment and discharge will be managed in the future.

4 November 2024

Three major projects start the summer road repair season

You might want to allow just a few extra minutes if you’re travelling around the west of the district over the next few months. Our teams will be fixing some roadside slips.

1 November 2024

Waikato District Council reflects on a year of opportunities and growth

Yesterday Waikato District Council adopted its 2023/24 Annual Report, reflecting on a year of progress and improvement while preparing for the future.

31 October 2024

Waikato District Council moves to enable more housing

The Waikato District Council is taking significant steps to enhance housing supply and development within the community by confirming changes to its district plan. The changes, known as Variation 3, introduce more enabling building rules that align with national urban development policies.

30 October 2024

Strengthening partnerships through toituu marae

The beginning of a new journey to strengthen resilience and wellbeing was how Waikato-Tanui representatives described Waikato District Council’s first Toituu Marae Information Evening.

30 October 2024

Share your views on potential changes to alcohol ban areas

We're considering making changes to alcohol ban areas in the Waikato district and we want to hear your thoughts.

30 October 2024

A big thank-you to those who fought the fire

Mayor Jacqui shows her appreciation for the huge effort put in by many people to combat the Whangamarino Wetland fire last week.

29 October 2024

Bowling club greens quality on the rise thanks to funding boost

Raglan Bowling Club has used its share of Waikato District Council’s Better Off Funding allocation to enhance its facilities by installing a new irrigation system to upkeep its greens.

25 October 2024

Waikato district achieves record community response to Long Term Plan survey

A big thank you to everyone who took the time to share their thoughts and help shape the future of the Waikato district!

23 October 2024

Huntly Museum Committee takes the keys to its new building

Over 75 people came together last Friday to celebrate the official blessing and handover ceremony of the historic 1939 heritage railway building at Raahui Pookeka | Huntly Railway Station.

21 October 2024

Completion of projects celebrated

Growth, positivity and collaboration were the themes at an official opening event held on Saturday to celebrate the completion of three Waikato District Council projects in central Pookeno.

21 October 2024

Feedback sought on proposed Speed Management Plan

A number of speed limit changes on our roads feature in Waikato District’s Council’s proposed Speed Management Plan consultation, which is open for feedback now.

17 October 2024

Talking about the things that matter to you

Mayor Jacqui talks about our relationship with the media and the role they play in bringing Council issues to light and raising awareness about Council activities.

17 October 2024

Funding support improves accessibility for Raglan arts centre

Raglan Community Arts Council has gone the extra mile to make the Creative Space Building at Raglan Old School Arts Centre more accessible thanks in part to Waikato District Council’s Better Off Funding.

14 October 2024

Waikato District Council seeks feedback on the review of properties

Waikato District Council-owned property sales could be on the cards in a bid to help manage costs over the next nine years.