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Exciting new e-bike library launches in Whakatāne
Launched this week, the Waka Kotahi-funded initiative gives people the opportunity to borrow an electric bike (e-bike) for 21 days.
Partnership at the heart of land sale
Whakatāne District Council last month finalised the sale of 5 Miro Drive, Murupara selling the 1.7-hectare property to Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Manawa.
Nominations open for Mayoral Youth Community Awards
The call is out for applications to the Mayoral Youth Community Awards.
Green light for community safety cameras
Thirty-three new community safety cameras, also known as CCTV, will be installed across the Whakatāne District before the end of the year.
Consistent approach key
The Mayor and Councillors adopted a report today (6 July) to ensure a consistent approach in managing climate change and natural hazard resilience for buildings, businesses, and homes in the Whakatāne town centre.
Have your say on the draft District Speed Management Plan
Whakatāne District Council (Council), along with all councils across the country, is undertaking a major review of speed limits across the District under new legislative requirements set by the Government.
Easter Sunday Shop Trading Policy adopted
Whakatāne District Council has adopted its Easter Sunday Trading Policy which allows shops to trade on Easter Sunday if they wish to open.
Dog registration time is now
Dog registration fees for the Whakatāne District start on 1 July for the 2023/24 year, with discounts for those who pay their fees before 1 August.
Council building redevelopment nears completion
The redeveloped Whakatāne District Council building will be back in action from Monday, 10 July
Ngāti Awa celebrated in powerful wahine-led exhibition
A beautiful partnership between Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa and Whakatāne District Council will showcase creative power of Ngāti Awa wāhine at Te Kōputu a te whanga a Toi.
Council approves change to Annual Plan budget
Whakatāne District Council Elected Members voted yesterday (Wednesday, 14 June) by a 6/5 majority to amend its draft Annual Plan 2023/24 decision and approve a 9.5 percent average rates increase for the Whakatāne District.
Council celebrates Local Government Excellence Award success
Whakatāne District Council has been announced as the winner of the Excellence in Organisation and People Development Award at this year’s Taituarā Local Government Excellence Awards.
Council to make final Annual Plan decision
Council Elected Members will meet this Wednesday, 14 June to make their final decision on the proposed Annual Plan 2023/24. The Annual Plan sets Council’s budget and programme of work for the coming year.
Time to tell Council if it's right - Community safety camera project
Whakatāne District Council wants to know if the proposed locations and order of priority for new community safety cameras (also known as CCTV) are correct before the Mayor and Councillors make final decisions next month.
Landing Road roundabout set to receive major makeover
Whakatāne locals, regular visitors, and those travelling through the district, are advised major road works on the main western entrance to the township will be underway soon, bringing significant disruption to travel.
Change to dog control fees
Dog registration fees in the Whakatāne District will increase slightly for the 2023/24 year, which starts on 1 July.
National Advisory: No Tsunami threat to New Zealand 20 May - 2:50 pm
There is no tsunami threat to New Zealand following the magnitude 7.1 Loyalty Islands earthquake at 1:51pm.
Based on current information, the initial assessment is that the earthquake is unlikely to have caused a tsunami that will pose a threat to New Zealand.
“We are you” – Council staff are not your punching bags
Staff at Whakatāne District Council are joining the thousands around New Zealand who are taking a stand against bullying and intimidating behaviour this Pink Shirt Day.
Safer Travel Route coming to Edgecumbe
A busy central corridor in Edgecumbe is set for a major safety upgrade with exciting changes starting next week.
Your voice matters. Join the conversation today
Whakatāne District Council is encouraging residents to join the conversation as work gets underway to develop the 2024-34 Long Term Plan.
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