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Public access restricted at Bunyan Road
The land at 77 Bunyan Road is a Council-owned block that is under contract for sale. For some time people have had unrestricted access to it. However, we have seen an increase in damage to more sensitive aspects of the environment such as the coastal foredune, due to more use of vehicles, and greater numbers of people and animals. We now need to restrict access to prevent further damage.
New hoops bring basketball to Ōhope Hall
Hundreds of people will be dribbling, dunking and alley-ooping at Ōhope Hall this month thanks to council and community-board funded upgrades creating a top-notch basketball court.
More cabinet art for Whakātane District
Chorus is once again working with Whakatāne District Council to extend its cabinet art programme in the district and is calling for designs from local artists.
Temporary safety measures to protect students, pedestrians and contractors
The major infrastructure project to replace and upgrade the water main along McAlister Street has past the half-way point.
Waste minimisation - everyone has a role.
The plan that shapes the way the Whakatāne District will deal with waste for the next six years is now active, it’s up to everyone to play a role in delivering the vision of 'communities working together to turn waste into resources'.
Covered outdoor pool closing for investigation work
The Whakatāne Aquatic and Fitness Centre covered outdoor pool will be closed to the public from Monday, 19 July to Thursday, 22 July to enable investigation work to be carried out to determine the source of a water leak.
Matariki comes alive with diverse exhibitions
Two new exhibitions for Te Kōputu a te whanga a Toi - Ngā Mata o te Ariki Tāwhirimātea and Came From Te Kore - will bring Matariki alive with a very special event this Saturday evening.
Council-owned buildings notified
Five Council-owned buildings are having notices placed on them to inform people of their earthquake-prone status.
Whakatāne Refuse Transfer Station fees
Council has held most fees at the Whakatāne Refuse Transfer Station since 2015 but new increases take effect from 1 July 2021.
Dog registration time is now
Dog registration fees in Whakatāne District start on 1 July for the 2021/22 year, with discounts for those who pay their fees by 31 July.
Apanui Avenue closed at McGarvey Road beginning Monday, 28 June
From next Monday (28 June 2021) Apanui Avenue will be closed at the McGarvey Road intersection as construction starts on traffic calming measures to make the avenue safer for pedestrians and residents.
River Edge Park toilet upgrades completed
Users of the Warren Cole Shared Path, Skate Park and Ocean Playground will be pleased to know the River Edge Park toilet block has had a significant upgrade and is again open for business.
Go paperless and be in to win
Would you like to receive your rates invoices by email? Whakatāne District Council has launched an e-invoice service to save money and save time.
Kākahoroa 'cul de sac'
Planning is underway to de-install the Kākahoroa 'cul de sac'. The area which closed one entrance to the Kākahoroa carpark to create a space for public events was one of the temporary activations funded by the Waka Kotahi - NZ Transport Agency Innovating Streets initiative.
Hillcrest Road to close for further rock safety work - plan your commute
The lower section of Hillcrest Road, from Seaview Road to Clifton Road, will be closed next week (Monday, 31 May – Friday, 4 June) to manage the safe removal of a large rock overhang.
Domestic tourism key driver for economic growth in the Whakatāne District
Domestic tourism is one of the key contributors to the Whakatāne District being one of the fastest growing local economies in New Zealand, according to Infometrics’ quarterly monitor released last week.
Final opportunity to tell Whakatāne District Council what you think
The Whakatāne District Council Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021-31 public consultation closes at 5pm this Sunday, 23 May, and Mayor Judy Turner strongly encourages ratepayers and residents to provide feedback while it is still open.
Māori wards decision
Today the Whakatāne District Council voted unanimously to establish Māori wards for the next two local body electoral cycles.
Toi EDA encouraged by Whakatāne Mill discussions
The announcement today by the Whakatāne Board Mill owners, SIG, that they are in negotiations with Smurfit and their partners to acquire the Mill has been welcomed by Toi EDA.
Māori wards decision to be made at May meeting
Whakatāne District Council elected members will decide on whether or not to establish Māori Wards at an Extraordinary Council meeting on 20 May 2021.
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