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Awakeri community asked for War Memorial views
Awakeri residents have been asked to express their views about a preferred location for the area’s World War I and II Roll of Honour, and whether they would like a permanent memorial in a public space.
Feedback to be sought on boat ramp fees proposal
The Whakatāne District Council’s Projects and Services Committee has agreed to consult with the community on proposals to introduce boat ramp fees for all District ramps, and to upgrade the Whakatāne trailer boat park.
Libraries hold Cans for Fines scheme
Whakatāne District Libraries are inviting people to support their community and clear up their Library fines, all at the same time, courtesy of the ‘Cans for Fines’ scheme.
Unspent funds used for oxidation pond desludging
Whakatāne District Council’s Projects and Services Committee has approved the use of $700,000 in unspent funds from the recent wastewater rising main replacement in Ōhope to fund the desludging of the Ōhope oxidation ponds.
Combined Waters Bylaw 2017 comes into force on 1 December
The Whakatāne District’s new Combined Waters Bylaw will come into force on Friday, 1 December and will enable the Council to better manage and protect its water, stormwater and wastewater systems.
Rating review proposes funding changes
A wide-ranging rating review will see a number of changes proposed through the Whakatāne District Council’s forthcoming 2018-28 Long Term Plan (LTP) process.
Prudent approach to Long Term Plan
Whakatāne District Council elected members and staff are in the process of reviewing the financial forecasts which will feed into the Council’s Long Term Plan (LTP) 2018-28 and are working hard to define a prudent and affordable future service delivery approach.
Road history to be researched
Ngai Taiwhakaea and the Whakatāne District Council have agreed to jointly research the history of the road between Taiwhakaea Marae and Te Paroa Beach, which the Council believes to be a public road.
Unconditional agreement reached for Council’s Bunyan Road land
The Whakatāne District Council has reached an unconditional agreement to sell its land at 77 Bunyan Road to a partnership of very experienced Bay of Plenty developers.
Annual Over-80s morning tea coming up
The annual morning tea for Whakatāne District residents over the age of 80 will again be an end-of-year highlight for many.
Council votes in favour of Māori wards
Whakatāne District Council elected members have voted in favour of a resolution that would enable the establishment of Māori wards.
New technology to alert people about emergencies
A new way to let people know about an emergency is coming to a phone near you.
Ōhiwa Harbour Walkway work set to start
Work on constructing the much-anticipated trail along the northern edge of the Ōhiwa Harbour is set to start early next week.
2016-17 Annual Report adopted
The Whakatāne District Council’s audited Annual Report for the 2016/17 year highlights a number of financial and operational impacts resulting from the devastating cyclone events that struck the District in April this year.
2018 Sunshine and a Plate Food Festival tickets on sale soon
Tickets for the third annual Air Chathams Sunshine and a Plate food festival are expected to be snapped up quickly when they go on sale this month.
Dog owners – “just be responsible”
With dog ownership on the rise in the Whakatāne District, the Council is receiving an increasing number of complaints about irresponsible dog owners.
Wairaka Centennial Park grand opening 9 December
Family fun activities are about to get a whole lot better with the grand opening of the Wairaka Centennial Park fast approaching.
Feedback sought on draft bylaws
The ongoing review of the Whakatāne District Council’s Consolidated Bylaw has seen a second round of revised bylaws notified for public submissions.
Oxfam Trailwalker info night 9 November
Oxfam Trailwalker is holding an info night for their 2018 event on 9 November at the Whakatāne i-SITE.
Aquatic Centre Open Day Saturday, 4 November
If you’re keen to find out more about what the Whakatāne Aquatic and Fitness Centre has to offer, then head along to the Open Day this Saturday (4 November) from 10 am until 2 pm.
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