8 May 2025

Your voice, Your future, Your district

Your voice is powerful. Mayor Jacqui shares how your feedback helps influence Council decisions – and why every comment, big or small, makes a difference. From roads, water, rubbish or community spaces, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to shape the future of Waikato district. Read more and get involved.

7 May 2025

Last chance to have your say on Waikato district’s future

There's still time to share your thoughts on Waikato District Council’s draft 2025–2034 Long Term Plan. Feedback closes this Sunday 11 May 2025.

5 May 2025

Celebrating the past, present and future of Raahui Pookeka

Having undergone a long journey from relocation to restoration, a new chapter for Raahui Pookeka | Huntly railway station was marked last week with the blessing and unveiling of a Pou. Pou are carved wooden posts that symbolise guardianship and, here, tell the story of how Raahui Pookeka was given its name.

1 May 2025

Caring for our awa

Caring for our awa is at the heart of a proposal by Waikato District and Hamilton City Councils to form a CCO. The proposed joint approach to water services aims to better protect the health of the Waikato River and reflect a long-term commitment to doing things differently for our environment and communities.

29 April 2025

Essential Services: More than just the basics

Providing “the basics” like roads, water, and waste services isn’t simple – it takes planning, investment, and a team working behind the scenes. With rising costs and growing demand, Waikato District Council wants your feedback on its draft 2025-2034 Long Term Plan by 11 May 2025.

28 April 2025

Help shape the future of physical activity within the Waikato

Waikato District Council is once again partnering with Sport Waikato to encourage its residents to take part in the Moving Waikato Community survey.

24 April 2025

Honouring the past, planning for the future

Mayor Jacqui invites everyone to have their say on the future of our district through the Long Term Plan consultation, and encourages our community to come together this ANZAC Day to honour those who served. Find out how you can get involved and share your thoughts.

10 April 2025

Waikato District proposes 4.25% general rate increase in 2025-2034 Long Term Plan Consultation Document

Waikato District Council is seeking community feedback on its proposed 2025–2034 Long Term Plan, which prioritises essential services. With a strong focus on affordability, the plan outlines $4.2 billion in spending over nine years. Consultation runs from 11 April to 11 May. Residents are encouraged to have their say.

10 April 2025

Investing in the future you deserve

Mayor Jacqui shares key messages ahead of tomorrow's Long Term Plan (LTP) public consultation. Join the koorero, share your voice and help shape the future of our district.

8 April 2025

Water meter vandalism – it’s the ratepayer who suffers

A spate of theft and vandalism of water meters in Huntly over the weekend had the potential to cause extremely serious consequences.

7 April 2025

Waste not, want not: The future is up to you, a plan for going beyond rubbish and recycling

Waikato District Council is inviting the community to shape the future of waste minimisation, with consultation on the draft Waste Minimisation and Management Plan (WMMP) 2025-2031 opening soon and Waste Minimisation Community Fund currently open for applications.

31 March 2025

The ball is in your court

Waikato District Council wants to hear from Raglan residents about what kind of sports facilities they'd like to see in their town in the future.

27 March 2025

Building communities, together

Mayor Jacqui highlights the powerful ways communities connect through events and celebrations. Our district is one where economic vitality meets cultural celebration.

26 March 2025

Waikato District Council calls for ratepayers to go digital

Saving time, money and the environment is top of mind for Waikato District Council as it encourages more ratepayers to sign up to receive their rates invoices via email.

18 March 2025

New water partnership would mean equal say

We’re proposing a new model for managing water services, which involves creating a Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO) jointly managed by Waikato District Council and Hamilton City.

17 March 2025

Our Waste Minimisation Fund is now open

Waikato District Council is pleased to announce that applications for our Waste Minimisation Fund is now open. The fund seeks to inspire and support waste minimisation projects that involve the community and promote education while benefiting our communities.

13 March 2025

What’s your legacy?

Mayor Jacqui considers the legacy we leave when we serve our communities. True impact comes from small, consistent actions. As we make decisions for our district's future, we must ask ourselves: what kind of Waikato do we want to create?

10 March 2025

Scale matters when it comes to getting a better deal

Buying power is one of the main advantages of a potential partnership with Hamilton City for water services in the future. Find out more here.

6 March 2025

New member and deputy chair for Huntly Community Board

Tracy Jones has officially joined the Huntly Community Board, signing her declaration at last week’s meeting. Eden Wawatai has been elected as the new deputy chair.

27 February 2025

Boundaries aren't barriers

Hear from Mayor Jacqui about how, as we embrace change, collaboration is key—working with neighbouring councils, businesses, and communities helps us create a resilient, connected future. Read on to see how we’re making it happen!