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Last chance for free DDT Muster
Farmers are being urged to check sheds and chemical stores for DDT or other banned pesticides as The Great DDT Muster does a final sweep of the country.
Waste Collection Truck Involved in Fatal Accident
Whakatāne District Council Chief Executive Marty Grenfell expresses his sincere condolences to the family and colleagues of the driver of the Waste Management New Zealand Limited refuse truck involved in a fatal accident with a train this morning.
Whakatāne District Council going paper-light
Whakatāne District Council is adopting a ‘paper-light’ environment in the interests of increasing efficiency and reducing risk, as well as addressing its carbon footprint.
'Kennel drive' to seek shelter for dogs
The Whakatāne District Council and Whakatāne SPCA are joining forces on a ‘kennel drive’ to provide unused shelters for animals that are being kept in poor conditions or inadequate housing.
Easter Sunday Shop Trading Policy to be sent out for public consultation
The Whakatāne District Council will seek community feedback on a Draft Easter Sunday Shop Trading Policy, which could potentially allow any retailer in the District to trade on Easter Sunday, if they choose to do so.
America’s Cup visit the fruition of local business leader’s desire to help Edgecumbe’s recovery
The America’s Cup visit to Edgecumbe Monday, 9 October will see members of Emirates Team New Zealand bring the ‘Auld Mug’ to the township to help boost morale and highlight the fact that Edgecumbe is firmly back in business.
Combined Waters Bylaw adoption recommended
Following a public consultation process and amendments to address submissions, the Whakatāne District Council’s proposed Combined Waters Bylaw has been adopted by the Council.
Safe Boating focus at Aquatic Centre
Getting out on the water is one of our District’s great attractions, and the Whakatāne Aquatic Centre wants to make sure you get safely back on dry land.
Awakeri War Memorial Hall sale confirmed
The Whakatāne District Council has confirmed its previous decision to sell the Awakeri War Memorial Hall to the owner of the adjacent land, to facilitate the development of a significant tourism venture.
Feedback sought on new Resource Management fees
Resource Management Amendment Act changes which take effect from 18 October have resulted in a number of proposed amendments to the Whakatāne District Council’s fees and charges.
Creative Communities Funding closes Friday
Applications for the current round of Whakatāne District Creative Communities Scheme Funding close on Friday, 12 May 2017.
Severe weather event updates - April 2017
The following summarises the known weather impacts on District infrastructure from the April 2017 severe weather and flooding events.
Glo Rush event rescheduled
Whakatāne’s first Glo Rush may have been postponed thanks to weather on Friday, 14 October, but the Whakatāne District Youth Council is determined it will make its debut next Friday, 28 October.
Your Rates - Newsletter 2016/17
Whakatāne District Council has set its rates for the financial year starting 1 July 2016 and ending 30 June 2017. The average rates increase for the current financial year is 2.8 percent.
Whakatāne District Council wins Sovereign CEO Challenge
Whakatāne District Council has won the 2014/15 Sovereign Tri Series CEO Challenge and $25,000 for the Council's chosen charity, the Kirsty Lang Family Trust.
Severe weather warning
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for severe gales and heavy rain starting late Sunday, 15 March 2015 and running through Monday.
Wharf structural assessment and repair options report received
A condition assessment report on the Whakatāne Wharf has confirmed additional deterioration since it was last inspected in 2009 and sets out a number of options for repairing the structure and carrying out the required level of seismic strengthening.
Fire hydrant maintenance continues
Whakatāne District Council and the Whakatāne Volunteer Fire Brigade advise that fire hydrant flushing will be carried out this weekend.
Routine fire hydrant maintenance scheduled
The Whakatāne District Council and Whakatāne Volunteer Fire Brigade will undertake a fire hydrant flushing programme throughout Whakatāne in November.
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