28 January 2025

New roading contractors announced

Achieving value for money, flexibility and good planning are three key drivers behind the appointment of two roading contractors to provide the Waikato district’s road maintenance and renewal services from July 2025.

20 January 2025

It will soon be time to have your say on waters

Local Water Done Well (LWDW) aims to transform New Zealand’s approach to water delivery. And we’ve got some big decisions to make. Follow our Water Matters page for background and updates.

13 January 2025

Water changes to benefit future generations

The changes to water services that central government is asking local councils to make will take a number of years for us to realise the benefits. Find out which factors are influencing our decision-making for future water services delivery.

6 January 2025

Free summer events down at the pool

With the sun shining and summer well underway, we’ve got a range of free summer activities taking place at all of our community swimming pools during January.

3 January 2025

Noticed an odd smell in Raglan?

The Raglan Wastewater treatment plant has struggled to keep up with the increased population over this holiday season and as a result, has been giving off an unpleasant odour. Learn what we're doing to combat this.

19 December 2024

Tracy Jones elected to Huntly Community Board

Results from the Huntly Community Board by-election have been confirmed and Tracy Jones will join the board.

18 December 2024

New chief executive appointed

Waikato District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Hobbs as its new chief executive.

17 December 2024

What do we really mean by three waters?

The phrase ‘3 waters’ was a much-used industry term long before it became the label for the previous government’s water services review. So, what does it really mean?

13 December 2024

A joint arrangement with Hamilton City and Waikato District will be the focus of public consultation on water services

Waikato District Council today made an emphatic commitment to working in partnership with Hamilton City Council on a joint CCO to supply water services. Come March 2025, Council will be consulting on options, with Hamilton City identified as the preferred way forward.

12 December 2024

So much done, so much more to do

As we end the year, Mayor Jacqui chats about the many challenges and opportunities that the growth of our district brings.

10 December 2024

Big decisions ahead for water

Gavin Ion, Chief Executive at Waikato District Council, outlines big decisions ahead with water services delivery.

9 December 2024

Change is on the way for how we deliver water services

Waikato District councillors will review the formal recommendation on how it will structure water services in the future on Friday 13 December. Mayor Jacqui Church outlines the importance of the decision.

9 December 2024

Mixed fortunes for Pookeno infrastructure projects

Positive progress is being made with a number of Council roading projects being completed in Pookeno in recent months, says Waikato District Council Mayor, Jacqui Church.

9 December 2024

Changes to rules for keeping animals, following feedback

We have made a few changes to the Keeping of Animals Bylaw, after hearing public feedback. The bylaw includes rules to reduce or prevent animal nuisance and specifies areas where certain animals can be kept, such as bees, pigs, chickens, and roosters.

6 December 2024

Next steps towards a preferred option for water services delivery

Council will meet on Friday 13 December to review options for how our district's water is managed.

4 December 2024

Arsenic results now meeting drinking water standards

Operational changes at Waikato District Council’s Ngaaruawaahia treatment plant have ensured arsenic levels in treated water sourced from the Waikato River are now within the maximum acceptable value (MAV).

2 December 2024

Council approves updated Fees and Charges for 2024/25

Today, Waikato District Council approved some updates to its fees and charges for the 2024/25 year, starting from 5 December 2024. These changes ensure the Council is clear and fair about covering service costs.

2 December 2024

Animal Control superstar honoured with award

Waikato District Council Education and Engagement Officer, Zoey Jackson, has been awarded the Te Tohu Maimoa Award for her exceptional contribution to the well-being of companion animals.

28 November 2024

Improved arsenic level results recorded

Only one of Waikato District Council’s water treatment plants recorded slightly elevated arsenic levels in treated water, test results showed today.

28 November 2024

SH1B Telephone Road will reopen next year

Waikato District Council welcomes news that SH1B Telephone Road will reopen next year, mid-2025.