Anzac Day falls on Saturday, 25 April, with the public holiday observed on Monday, 27 April.
Our main office will be closed on both days. Some council services may operate over the weekend, however opening hours may be reduced or services closed.
Normal hours will resume Tuesday, 28 April.
Refuse
Refuse collection will take place as normal.
| Date | Whakatāne Resource Recovery Centre | Murupara Resource Recovery Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 25 April | 1 pm - 4 pm | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| Monday, 27 April | 9 am - 4 pm | 10 am - 3 pm |
District Council offices
- Whakatāne District Council office
- Saturday, 25 April - Closed
- Monday, 27 April - Closed
- Murupara Library and Service Centre
- Saturday, 25 April - Closed
- Monday, 27 April - Closed
Aquatic Centres
| Date | Whakatāne Aquatic Centre / Gym | Murupara Aquatic Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 25 April | 1 pm - 6 pm | Closed for the season. |
| Monday, 27 April | 7 am - 6 pm | Closed for the season. |
Lifelong Learning - Libraries, Art and Heritage Galleries
| Date | Whakatāne | Ōhope | Edgecumbe | Murupara |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 25 April | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Monday, 27 April | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
Whakatāne Museum and Research Centre - Te Whare Taonga ō Taketake
- Saturday, 25 April - Closed
- Monday, 27 April - Closed
Visitor Centre
- Saturday, 25 April - Open 9am to 2pm
- Monday, 27 April - Open 10am to 2pm
Dawn Service Information
Anzac Day is a central marker of our nationhood. The Dawn service is an important occasion and an opportunity to remember those who have served in the armed forces and fought for the freedom of this country.
Visit whakatane.com for Dawn Service locations and times »
