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Wharfside a hit with summer holidaymakers
Ōhope’s new hotspot – Wharfside – is defying the odds in a turbulent tourism market, with visitors and locals flocking to the area over summer.
Council acts to protect services, people and health system
Whakatāne District Council has activated a plan to safeguard service delivery to its communities in the face of the anticipated impacts of the COVID-19 Omicron variant.
Whakatāne set to become thriving arts District
The Whakatāne District is set to burst with colour following investment from Whakatāne District Council and a funding injection from the Creative New Zealand Local Government Art Fund.
Mayor calls for applications to rangatahi Māori mentoring programme
Mayor Judy Turner, is looking for two rangatahi Māori to take part in the Tuia mentoring programme. The national programme, now in its eleventh year, connects mayors with Māori youth.
Whakatāne welcomes coast-to-coast adventure cyclists
Whakatāne District is gearing up to welcome a stream of pedal-powered athletes as they cycle across the North Island later this month.
Council offers leaseholders Covid rent relief
Whakatāne District Council is offering rent relief to its leaseholders and tenants who were affected by the most recent Covid-19 lockdown.
District’s roads open for holidays
Whakatāne District Council has ordered a pause to road works over the festive season to make it easier for people to get around.
Behind the scenes of the Heritage Gallery this summer
The newest member of the Whakatāne Libraries and Galleries team has wasted no time launching into some overdue cleaning of the iconic amo (upright figures) at Te Kōputu. These taonga originated from Awanuiārangi, the meeting house used by Te Kooti, in 1883.
Vaccine passes required at Council facilities from Monday
From next Monday (subs 13 December) vaccine passes will be required for entry to most Council facilities.
Coffee cart owner reduces waste with reusable cups
When coffee cart owner Jenny Mays became concerned about how many disposable cups she was handing out to customers, she decided to do something about it.
Vaccine passes mandated for some Council facilities
Covid-19 vaccine passes will be required for entry to some Council facilities. The decision comes as the Whakatāne District moves to the ‘red light setting’ of the Government’s traffic light system this week.
Council launches 'Wharfside' precinct for summer fun and food
E-bikes, stand-up paddleboards, yummy food and ice-cold drinks are on the menu this summer as Whakatāne District Council activates one of our district's top waterfront locations.
Vaccinate now to protect whānau and friends
The Ministry of Health has today confirmed a positive case of COVID-19 in the Whakatāne District.
Council staff relocate ahead of building redevelopment work
A significant upgrade of the main Whakatāne District Council office is set to begin this year and staff will soon be relocating to temporary office locations ahead of work commencing.
Council decision made on final representation structure
The Mayor and Councillors have adopted the final structure for the representation review at a Council meeting held on Thursday, 11 November.
Whakatāne River dredging to begin
Dredging of the Whakatāne harbour entrance will begin soon to maintain the safety of the river and harbour.
Council seeks views on 'innovating streets'
Planter boxes, speed humps, street art, chicanes and painted kerb buildouts. These recent additions to streets on the western side of Whakatāne aim to make our town safer, more attractive and more liveable.
New interactive energy management platform launches
A new interactive platform launched by Whakatāne District Council will publicly showcase the results from its ongoing energy management programme.
Cans for fines
Book borrowers caught out with overdue fines can now use their misfortune for good at a Whakatāne District library near you.
Mayor responds to Three Waters Reform announcement
Whakatāne District Mayor Judy Turner says she was not surprised by the announcement that the Government will continue its Three Waters Reform programme.
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