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Waitaki District Council Newsletter

Issue 52 | 4 June 2021

This week we’re relieved to have dry feet and thinking of our northern colleagues as they begin a huge clean up after the Canterbury floods. We’re all about taking care on the roads as winter makes itself known and donning our goggles as the Oamaru Steampunk NZ Festival arrives in a dirigible this weekend. We’re asking ‘are YOU ready for emergency?’, offering rates rebates, farewelling our CE and reminding you to WOF your woofer. Read on...
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Flooded river
Are you ready for a catastrophe?

Are you ready if you had to leave (in a hurry) in a flooding event or fire? The recent flooding in Canterbury is a timely reminder to check household emergency plans / grab and go emergency kits. Send us a photo of your preparedness kit and go in the draw to win one of ours to keep or give away. Email: egraham@waitaki.govt.nz.

piggy bank
Rates rebates - get in touch

Are you on a low or fixed income and pay rates? If so, you could be eligible for a rates rebate which can mean an up to $655 reduction on your bill. Give us a call on 03 433 0300 or Find out more here>>

Beagle dog
Is your Beagle legal?

Dog registration renewal letters will be arriving in mailboxes soon. Owners are reminded that all ​dogs should be registered with Council. Late penalty fees apply if your dog is not registered by 31 July. Read more>>

Steampunked Council building
Steampunk Weekend

Don't miss Oamaru's Steampunk NZ Festival this weekend! It kicks off with the Fire & Steam winter carnival tonight (Friday) - music, food and wacky costumes on Harbour St in the Victorian Precinct.

Reminders...
  • Council offices will be closed this Monday 7 June for Queen's Birthday Weekend public holiday. Call 03 433 0300 for after hours services.
  • Rates rebates applications must be made by 30 June 2021 for the 20/21 year
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Roading Manager ©Oamaru Mail
Road toll 'gut wrenching'

Waitaki District Council roading manager Mike Harrison is reflecting on the Waitaki district being ranked sixth-worst nationally for crashes at urban intersections...

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Power proud of focus on heritage

When Fergus Power walks out of his office today, it will be for the final time. The Waitaki District Council chief executive is stepping down after four years at the helm of the council...

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pubic meeting ©Oamaru Mail
Carbon farming community meeting

Two public meetings on carbon forestry have been held in Weston recently, sparked by public concerns...

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