Council closures for the Matariki public holiday

Our offices, libraries and pounds will be closed Friday 24 June, Our phonelines are open 24/7 for any urgent matters, call us on 0800 492 452 or 07 824 8633.

Don't forget to check out our website for info on Matariki, where to see the stars and events happening throughout our district.

Holiday rubbish collections

There will be no changes to rubbish and recycling collections over the long weekend.

That means if your rubbish and recycling is normally collected on Friday, then it will still be collected this coming Friday.

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Do you support the World Rally?

We've received an official application for stages of the World Rally Championships to be held in the Raglan and Te Akau areas on September 30. With the application there is a proposal to temporarily close several of roads and we want to hear what you think about this.

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Make a difference, take a stand.

Are you keen to make a difference in your community by standing for local government in the upcoming elections?

Learn more about what it means to be a Councillor, the electoral process, and grab an opportunity to ask questions and network with other likeminded people.

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Dirty Dog Challenge 2022

The Pup-ular Dirty Dog Challenge is back, Saturday 9 July!

This is a unique 2.5km and 6km fun run through a muddy obstacle course and this year there are two time options – 10.30am or 1.30pm.

Spots are limited so get in quick! Register now.

Rates rebate

Don't forget that you have until the end of June to apply for a Rates Rebate for the 2021/22 rating year!

Those with lower incomes can receive up to $655 off their rates.

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Dog registration

We’ve made it even easier to renew your dog’s registration!

Register online now.

If you have opted to receive you registration via email, please remember to check your junk folder. Register by 20 July to receive a discount.

Choose your loo

We’re rolling out several new toilet blocks around the Waikato district, starting in Te Kowhai, and we want to hear from you. 

If you’re part of the Te Kowhai community, we’d like to get your input on what your new local loo should look like. We’ll be taking feedback until Wednesday 6 July 2022.

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Local Alcohol Policy 

We’ll be drafting a Local Alcohol Policy for consultation later this year.

Before we do, we want to know your views on the number of bottle stores in our towns.

Too many? Should we be restricting the number more?
Help us develop the LAP by placing your feedback..

Speed limit amendments

Lower speed limits will be introduced to a number of roads throughout the district from July 2022.

A major change from this round of amendments to the speed limit bylaw is that all schools in the district, both rural and urban, will now have a variable reduced speed limit area of 40kmh between 8am-9am and 2.30pm-3.30pm.  

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Pound Pup Profile: Squirtle 🐾

Meet Squirtle, our 11 month old Mastiff cross who is looking for somewhere to call home.

This bouncy boy doesn't quite understand how big he really is and will require some basic training as well as an owner with previous big and bouncy dog breed experience.

Squirtle will need a large section, secure fencing and a home where his humans will give him regular exercise and mental stimulation. He gets on great with other dogs, however, we do not know what he is like with cats and other animals.

If you would like to meet Squirtle please direct message Waikato Pound Pups on Facebook with information about yourself and lifestyle. If we think you would be a great match we can set up a meet and greet.

Squirtle's individual adoption fee is $300.00, which includes first parvo vaccination, registration, flea and worm and de-sexing.