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New wharf for Matakana Island
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsA new $2.1 million wharf is being built at Panepane Point, on the southeastern tip of Matakana Island. The new structure will include two jetties and a pontoon.
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Hapū gifts name to Waihī Beach’s new library and community hub
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsTe Ara Mātauranga – The Pathway to Knowledge. This is the name gifted by Te Whānau a Tauwhao hapū to Waihī Beach’s new library and community hub.
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Making sure water works for us – now and in the future
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWe are taking our next step in the Local Water Done Well reform journey, consulting with the community to explore the future of water services - including drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater.
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2025 Community Forums
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsMark your calendar for Western Bay of Plenty District Council's Ward Forums series for an inside look at the projects shaping your area.
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Council focuses on delivery this Annual Plan
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsEach year, the Annual Plan updates budgets, rates, and planned mahi (work) for the year ahead (1 July 2025 – 30 June 2026).
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Help shape the future of Kaimai Ward’s reserves
Kaimai WardNewsWe are reviewing our Reserve Management Plan (RMP) for the Kaimai Ward, setting the vision and direction for how these green spaces will be cared for and enhanced over the next nine years.
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Council selects preferred water services model for consultation
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardThree Waters ReformNewsCouncil has selected a preferred model for delivering water services with the next steps asking for community feedback.
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Strong foundations for new Waihī Beach library and community hub
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsThe new Waihī Beach library and community hub has reached a key milestone with the pouring of its concrete floor.
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Free scam seminar aims to keep people ‘cyber safe’
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Cyber Security Awareness: Scam and Fraud Seminar is being held at the Settlers Lounge in Te Puke on Thursday 20 March, from 10am until 12 noon.
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Ōmokoroa Road Stage 2 Urbanisation Project begins
Kaimai WardŌmokoroa Peninsula ProjectsNewsImproving accessibility, safe walking and cycling connections and increasing road capacity – it’s all part of the plan for Ōmokoroa Road.
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Roundabout to open at the State Highway 2 Ōmokoroa Road intersection
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsFrom Friday 7 March there will be a roundabout in place at the intersection of State Highway 2 and Ōmokoroa Road.
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Western Bay of Plenty regional deal – Leading New Zealand’s Growth
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Western Bay of Plenty subregion has today submitted a proposal for inclusion in the Government’s City and Regional Deals programme.
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All-star cast for Doggy Day Out
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThis year’s red carpet-themed Doggy Day Out on 22 March is set to sparkle, with a star-studded lineup of experts ready to unleash their wisdom.
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Western Bay interim Chief Executive announced
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsCouncil appointed Miriam Taris to the role at its meeting on 18 February. She will take up the position on 31 March and it is expected she will remain in the role until early 2026.
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Tamariki, come join The Amazingly Sustainable Race
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsJoin us for The Amazingly Sustainable Race, a free family event at Cooney Reserve Ōmokoroa, on Saturday 2 March.
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Maintaining Bay of Plenty growth for future generations
NewsConstruction of the motorway interchange connecting Bay of Plenty’s Rangiuru Business Park is now completed.
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From give way signs to mobility parks, we need your input
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is reviewing its Traffic and Parking Enforcement Bylaw and is inviting the community to provide feedback on parking and traffic management in the rohe.
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Council looking to remove Waihī Beach Earth dam
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsCouncil is looking to remove the Waihī Beach Earth Dam to meet new government earthquake and flood control safety regulations.
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Council CEO to step down from role
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsJohn Holyoake is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer after four years at the helm.
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Waitangi Day celebrations
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay Museum is hosting Te Rā O Waitangi, a free, whānau-friendly Waitangi Day event, at Katikati’s Haiku Park between 10am and 2pm.
