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Strategic land purchase paves way for Matatā Wastewater Project
Whakatāne District Council has taken a significant step toward addressing long-standing environmental and public health challenges in Matatā by securing a key piece of land for a centralised wastewater system.
Road closure speeds up Thornton Road progress
A major road closure on Thornton Road has allowed Whakatāne District Council to refine the expected timeframes for improvement works underway on the district’s main western entrance.
Community feedback drives changes to local bylaws
Whakatāne District Council has officially adopted its new Freedom Camping Bylaw, along with key amendments to the Public Places Bylaw, following a thorough public consultation process.
Our Places – Eastern Bay Spatial Plan: Planning for tomorrow starts today
A proposal for how to address growth and guide the future of the Eastern Bay of Plenty sub-region is now out for community feedback.
Council to launch event space for hire
Whakatāne District Council will soon launch a new service that will enable areas within the main Council building to be available for hire.
Free open day to showcase Whakatāne Holiday Park enhancements
Locals and visitors to Whakatāne District are warmly invited to a free community open day at the new-look, ‘Riverside Whakatāne Holiday Park’.
Council services availability - Labour Day
Our main office will be closed Monday, 28 October 2024 in observance of Labour Day. Most Council services will either have reduced opening hours or be closed entirely.
Wharfside upgrade underway
Exciting changes are underway at Port Ōhope as the Wharfside upgrade project officially kicked off on Tuesday, 8 October. Ngāti Hokopu led a karakia to mark the start of outdoor landscaping and decking work.
Funding cuts to impact key roading projects
Whakatāne District Council’s ability to deliver on local roading projects has been severely hampered following a decision by Central Government to significantly reduce external funding. This decision will impact the delivery of key improvements and planning activities outlined in the 2024-2027 Long Term Plan.
Council adopts new Road Naming and Addressing Policy
Whakatāne District Council has officially adopted its new Road Naming and Addressing Policy following a public consultation process.
Thornton and West Bank roads to close for improvement works - UPDATE
Following the media release issued Friday, 4 October 2024, ‘Thornton and West Bank roads to close for improvement works’ the planned programme of works has been revised.
Help design Whakatāne District Council’s mobile community service
Whakatāne District Council is inviting residents to help shape a new service aimed at improving access to Council services for those living in outlying communities.
Funding available for Whakatāne District projects
Applications are now open for two key funding opportunities designed to support local community initiatives and water-related projects in the Whakatāne District.
Planning an event this summer? Don’t forget your liquor licence
As the summer season approaches, event organisers looking to sell or supply alcohol are reminded to submit their special licence applications early – at least 20 working days before their event.
Flourishing local tree population at centre of new strategy
Proactive planning, planting, and management is essential to achieving Whakatāne District Council’s twenty-year strategy to enhance and protect the district’s urban tree population. To support this, Elected Members have adopted the Whakatāne District Tree Strategy – Ngā Taonga a Tāne (the Strategy).
Bigger and better Ride the Runway returns
Back by popular demand, the highly anticipated Ride The Runway event returns to Whakatāne Airport on Saturday, 5 October, and this year’s event looks to more than double the number of those who took part in the inaugural ride.
Home compost scheme returns
Whakatāne District Council’s incredibly popular subsidised home composting scheme is back for a limited time.
Increased parking fees due to central government roll out
The government has announced a significant initiative to improve the use of mobility parking spaces and update parking fines, impacting councils nationwide, including Whakatāne District Council.
Edgecumbe community receives upgraded trail
Work has begun on upgrading the Rangitāiki River Walkway, marking the first phase of a project that will eventually connect Edgecumbe with Thornton.
The upgrade, along with the extension through to Thornton, has been a long-held aspiration for the Edgecumbe community. This trail is part of a broader vision to create walking and cycling loops across the
Creative enterprise sought to transform 'Wallys' building
Whakatāne District Council is excited to announce Registrations of Interest are now open for lease of the property at 266 The Strand, known locally as the ‘Wally Sutherland’ building.
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