Waikato District Council

Waikato District Council We are building liveable, thriving and connected communities in our district.

What are the biggest issues you see happening on our roads?Road damage? Mud on our roads? Events holding up traffic? Som...
12/06/2026

What are the biggest issues you see happening on our roads?

Road damage? Mud on our roads? Events holding up traffic? Something else?

We're wanting a better understanding of what you think about what happens on our roads and how they impact you.

Tell us what you think and have your say by 26 June: https://consult.waikatodc.govt.nz/activities-in-and-around-roads/TAEAAA

10/06/2026

The Government is changing how councils are organised across New Zealand.

Hear from Mayor Aksel on what the Government's proposed changes could mean for Waikato district, what options are being considered, and how you can have your say.

This is a complex topic, but we are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way.

View more info on our website: https://ow.ly/PWZg50Z9IG8

These puppies were found abandoned in a supermarket bag yesterday.Thankfully, someone stopped, cared, and made sure they...
09/06/2026

These puppies were found abandoned in a supermarket bag yesterday.

Thankfully, someone stopped, cared, and made sure they got the help they needed.

Abandoning animals is never the answer. If you have puppies or dogs you can no longer care for, or come across animals needing help, please contact the SPCA New Zealand so they can be cared for properly.

If cost is a barrier to desexing your dog, our Pup Fund programme is available for Community Services Card holders. For $80, your dog can be desexed, and the fee also covers the following year's registration.

Let's work together to prevent more puppies from ending up in situations like this ❤️

Find out more about dog desexing here: https://ow.ly/J5Am50Z8BQT

08/06/2026

Say goodbye to Taupiri playground, with work starting tomorrow on the renewal.

This will include the installation of new play equipment, including a timber balance play, overhead bars, net climber, slide and a flying fox.

All going well, the playground will reopen on 31 July. We'll share updates as the project progresses.

The solar panels at Raglan’s wastewater treatment plant are up and running again, following the state-of-the-art infrast...
08/06/2026

The solar panels at Raglan’s wastewater treatment plant are up and running again, following the state-of-the-art infrastructure upgrade to the plant.

The 360 panels use the sun’s energy to help power the new Membrane Bioreactor treatment plant, generating 160kWP of power – that’s equivalent to 20-30 average homes – and reducing
electricity costs.

On a sunny autumn day, we are typically generating 110kVA, which is a significant amount of daily energy. Under the midday sun, there is typically a 25kW export returned to the grid.

The use of solar is part of our commitment to sustainability and saving money for ratepayers.

We’ve recently completed CCTV camera investigation on 8km of our stormwater pipes across parts of the district. Yep, we ...
05/06/2026

We’ve recently completed CCTV camera investigation on 8km of our stormwater pipes across parts of the district.

Yep, we put a camera down the pipes to check their condition and where blockages might be, so we can prioritise future maintenance and upgrades.

With more than 200km of stormwater network pipes across the district, we can’t do it all at once! This time round we focused on parts of Huntly, Ngaaruawaahia, Port Waikato, Raglan, Te Kauwhata, Tuakau and Meremere.

Many of these stormwater pipes are very old, and they accumulate sediment and debris over time, so before we put the camera down, we lightly flush the pipes to clean them. We removed more than four tonnes of sediment from Huntly stormwater pipes!

Fieldays is on next week, from Wednesday 10 June to Saturday 13 June.If you're travelling through the area, expect incre...
05/06/2026

Fieldays is on next week, from Wednesday 10 June to Saturday 13 June.

If you're travelling through the area, expect increased traffic and delays around Mystery Creek, SH1, and SH21.

Plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and check the latest traffic information before you leave: https://ow.ly/xyxJ50Z7p1n

Find out more about the traffic impacts here: https://ow.ly/RoBg50Z7p1o

03/06/2026

A ‘road corridor’ is_________

Congratulations to David Ellis, of Ngaaruawaahia, and Colin Groves, Dr Udayangani Samarakkody and Jane Manson of Tamaher...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to David Ellis, of Ngaaruawaahia, and Colin Groves, Dr Udayangani Samarakkody and Jane Manson of Tamahere, who were among the King’s Birthday Honours recipients.

David has been made a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his services to the thoroughbred industry and philanthropy.

Dr Udaya was honoured as an Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to paediatric surgery and the Sri Lankan community, and Colin Groves as an MNZM for services to business, philanthropy and sport.

Jane Manson received King’s Service Medal for services to the community for her work with the St Stephen’s Church, in particular the Tamahere Country Market.

📸 St Stephen's Tamahere

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15 Galileo Street
Ngaruawahia
3720

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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