Hawea Community Association

14/06/2026

Have you signed up to receive text alerts from Queenstown Lakes District Council this winter?

Sign up using this link to ensure you stay up-to-date on road closures, extended water-shutdowns, ice and snow on local roads or any other emergencies affecting our community.

https://www.qldc.govt.nz/do-it-online/community-text-alert-sign-up

14/06/2026

Contact Energy agrees there is a high risk of further rockfall and landslips along the cliffs at Flora Dora.
🚧 Warning signs are in place to inform the public about the risk of slips at both ends below the cliffs, and in the area above.

13/06/2026

Preparations continue next week for the first Albert Town Bridge closure, scheduled for 23–25 June, 9.00am–5.30pm*.
While the bridge is closed to vehicles, it will remain open for pedestrians and cyclists.

Vehicle users will be redirected to the Red Bridge, near Luggate, during these times - please plan for delays as queues are expected.

*Work is happening at this time of year because the river is too high for scaffolding below the bridge in summer, and at this time of day because lower temperatures at night mean construction materials can't cure. ❄️

07/06/2026

Don’t forget!

04/06/2026

28/05/2026

A word from our Deputy Mayor.

Have your say here 👇👇
https://www.otagomayors.org.nz/

22/05/2026

In response to the pressure, we've all seen on the Lake Hāwea Community since fuel prices increased, Community Link Upper Clutha is bringing their Foodbank service to our community.

What to expect:
Temporary food support for people going through difficult times.
🍅Food parcels will be premade – please contact Nicola Plumridge at [email protected] to arrange your parcel to be ready for collection from the Lake Hāwea Community Centre, at no cost.

During the first 2 weeks Nicola will get an idea of what other services people may need and respond accordingly.

This Pop-up has been made possible with the support of the Lake Hawea Community Centre (venue) & (transport).

To find out more about Community Link's wonderful range of support services, visit www.communitylink.nz

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Hāwea is a rapidly growing community – one that Community Link Upper Clutha would like to better understand.

Please comment below If you have suggestions for new or existing services that could be brought out to us on a regular basis.

21/05/2026

It's a bit of a tradition around here.

It's that time of year again! Hāwea's famous Bonfire Night! Mark it in the diaries Friday 22 May starting at 5pm. With fireworks at 7pm! So please don't bring your wee furry friends as it will get very loud.
We will be down by the Dam again this year, so maybe walk down if you are able, as the parking is limited.
We will have the Lions ready with Sausage and Chips, the committee with Mugs of soup and cheese rolls for $5 and Sweet Spot Hāwea for your yummy desert needs.
Bring a chair, picnic and some marshmallows for the fire and join us for a classic Hāwea get together!

17/05/2026

We are currently exploring pop-up services from Community Link Upper Clutha, to make help more accessible to Hāwea residents.
In the meantime, checkout this opportunity at the Community Hub, to help with tax time.
Spaces are limited.

Tax time can bring plenty of questions for individuals, businesses and even community organisations, so this is a great opportunity to get free face to face advice and information from IRD right here in Wānaka.

IRD will be at Community Link next Wednesday 20th May, from 9:30am - 1pm offering support with anything tax related:
• Personal and business tax
• Student loans
• Child support
• Family tax credits

Whether you’re preparing your tax return, unsure about entitlements, or just want to ask a few questions, book a time to chat with the IRD team. Appointments are 30 minutes.

📍 Community Link Upper Clutha, 34 McDougall Street, Wānaka

Appointments are essential.
Book online at https://www.communitylink.nz/bookings
or phone 03 443 7799