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.

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.

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.