News
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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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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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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.
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Don't dump garden waste!
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardInteresting ReadsNewsDumped garden waste smothers native vegetation and threatens wildlife habitats.
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Your kerbside summer services: dates and extra collections
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardKerbside CollectiveNewsWe've got your back with all you need to know to manage your rubbish and recycling this summer.
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Your summer go-to guide for the Western Bay
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsFrom opening hours and what days to put your bins out, to freedom camping and where you can walk you dog, we’ve put together a dedicated webpage where you can find all the information you need.
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Christmas 2024 in the Western Bay of Plenty 🎄
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNews🎤 It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas🎤
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Western Bay confirms shopkeepers can choose to open on Easter Sunday
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsBusinesses in the Western Bay will still be able to open on Easter Sunday if they want to.
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Leash, camera action!
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Wander Dogs Summer Series is about to bound into action and this time we are rolling out the red carpet.
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Young leaders help design safer way to cross road
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsA busy intersection near Ōmokoroa Point School will be made be safer, thanks to two Year 8 students who teamed up with Council to find a solution.
