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New citizens welcomed
On behalf of Aotearoa New Zealand, Whakatāne District Council welcomed 25 new citizens this week ready to call our country home.
Mayor acknowledges passing of former Mayor John William (Jack) Gow
Whakatāne District Mayor, Dr Victor Luca would like to acknowledge the passing of former Whakatāne District Mayor John William (Jack) Gow who passed away last week.
Mr Gow served as a councillor for 10 years (1976-86), including six years (1980-86) as Mayor of the Whakatāne District.
Mayor Luca says Mr Gow’s passing is a loss for all those who loved him, but he leaves behind a legacy of public service that they can be hugely proud of.
Whakatāne District Mayor seeking the details of new proposal
Whakatāne District Mayor Dr Victor Luca is watching with interest the continuing debate about the Government's Three Waters Reform, reinvigorated by an alternative proposal by the Mayors of Auckland and Christchurch.
Proposed boundary changes between Kawerau District and Whakatane District
The Local Government Commission has received a reorganization initiative proposing changes to the boundary between Kawerau District and Whakatane District. The Commission has adopted a process, under clause 7, Schedule 3 of the Local Government Act 2022, for investigating proposed changes.
The Commission is now inviting feedback from members of the public in relation to the proposed boundary changes. The effect of the proposed changes would be to transfer four parcels of land in three separate areas from Whakatane District to Kawerau District:
Artist selected to add colour to CBD
After receiving a range of diverse proposals, the judges have deliberated, and an artist has been selected to commission a new mural in the heart of Whakatāne CBD.
Creative Communities Scheme opens for applications
A great opportunity for creative projects in our communities to get much needed funding is available through the Creative Communities Whakatāne Scheme, now open for appl
Whakatāne Galleries all set for triple-gallery opening this weekend
The art has been hung with laser level precision, the glass is sparkling and the lights ready to glow ahead of a triple-gallery opening at Whakatāne Galleries this weekend.
Eastern Bay road safety champion recognised
Eastern Bay road safety champion Lorreen Hartley has been recognised with a Kotahitanga Award for her dedication to reducing alcohol-related harm on our roads.
Attempt to illegally remove tree puts public in danger
Open Spaces staff at Whakatāne District Council were left stunned Friday morning after the discovery of a large Norfolk Pine, ‘about to drop’, along a popular stretch of Ōhope Beach.
Social Media Post prompts clarification
A social media post published to the Whakatāne Notice Board Facebook group has prompted Whakatāne District Council to clarify misinformation being spread.
Rise in recycling bin contamination
Contamination in greenwaste and recycling bins is seeing too much compostable and recyclable material being sent to landfill.
Speed changes coming to rural schools
Changes to speed limits outside rural schools are coming as Whakatāne District Council works to make streets safer for everyone.
Plan ahead for liquor licensing applications
Event organisers who want to apply for a special licence to sell or supply alcohol are reminded they need to submit applications at least 20 working days ahead of their planned summer events.
Safety work to start on airport trees
To keep Whakatāne Airport safe, Whakatāne District Council will be starting work next week to remove and trim trees at the airport entrance lane.
Council election results confirmed – a new triennium gets underway
Results for the Whakatāne District elections for Mayor, Council and Community Board for the 2022-25 triennium have been finalised this evening.
Final election results delayed
Whakatāne District Council advises that due to the large volume of special votes to process there will unfortunately be a delay in receiving final election results.
Matatā road safety improvements
To reduce speeds and make it safer for people to cross the main road through Matatā, Whakatāne District Council is installing two new raised crossings.
New floating jetty final touch on boat ramp upgrade.
A new pontoon jetty will be the final touch on Whakatāne District Council’s upgrade of the Whakatāne Boat Ramp area.
Preliminary election results are in
The preliminary results are in and these show no changes to the outcome of yesterday’s progress results.
Progress election results are in – The game has changed
Progress election results are in and a new-look Council is shaping up for the Whakatāne District.
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