News
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Barkes Corner Reception area under construction
NewsCouncil has kicked off an upgrade to its reception area the Barkes Corner head office.
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Alert Level 2: All Council services up and running with changes
NewsCouncil is preparing to reopen facilities on Wednesday 8 September in Alert Level 2 with a few changes to keep everyone safe.
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Council backs 35 community projects with funding
NewsCongratulations to the 35 community groups from across the Western Bay of Plenty who have been granted a share of $140,000 from Council’s Community Matching Fund.
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Essential services continue in Alert Level 3
NewsCouncil has started preparing for a shift to Alert Level 3 from 11.59pm Tuesday.
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Essential services remain for Council in lockdown extension
NewsUnder Alert Level 4 all Council’s core services will continue to operate, and residents will continue to have their rubbish and recycling collected.
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Kerbside collections in Alert Level 4
Kerbside CollectiveNewsChanges to Council’s kerbside collection service have been implemented to ensure waste can be collected without putting people at risk.
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Western Bay community facilities in COVID-19 Alert Level Four
NewsAll Council libraries, service centres, swimming pools and recycling centres across the District are now closed following the Alert Level 4 announcement.
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Ōmokoroa playground construction kicks off
NewsConstruction of Ōmokoroa Domain’s new million-dollar playground has officially begun, kicking off the construction of a feature that will undoubtedly become a drawcard for kids and adults alike.
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Kerbside collections gaining momentum
Kerbside CollectiveNewsAfter a month of kerbside rubbish and recycling collection service, great progress is being made across the Western Bay to divert waste from landfill.
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New name and new facilities for Maketu reserve
NewsA popular piece of land near Maketu will soon be called Otaiparia Reserve.
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New Katikati playground officially opened
NewsKatikati’s new playground was officially opened today.
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Digital hub brings benefits to Katikati
NewsKatikati’s new digital hub in The Centre - Pātuki Manawa has fast become a hot spot for people seeking to connect and easily access new technology.
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John Holyoake welcomed as Western Bay’s new CEO
NewsJohn Holyoake has officially stepped into his new role as Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s CEO.
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Council remains open-minded on Three Waters
Three Waters ReformNewsDespite a $21.3m funding incentive Council will work with the community to gauge their understanding of the need for change,
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Kerbside Coach to educate on how to recycle right
Kerbside CollectiveNewsCouncil’s Kerbside Coach is on a mission to help educate the community on how to recycle right.
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Positive start to kerbside collections
NewsTogether we've diverted approximately 40 tonnes of material from landfill in the first week of our kerbside rubbish and recycling service.
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Pongakawa students enjoy wetland lesson
NewsNot many schools have their own wetland but Pongakawa School does. At the edge of the school grounds lies 1.5 ha of restored wetland, planted with native vegetation.
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Council to put community first with Three Waters
Three Waters ReformNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is looking closely at the information released by the Government on its 3 Waters proposals.
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Council adopts Long Term Plan 2021-2031
NewsCouncil has adopted its Long Term Plan 2021-2031, following a record level of community feedback.
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Construction Contract awarded for Ōmokoroa Domain Playground upgrade
Ōmokoroa Peninsula ProjectsNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is pleased to confirm that Downer has been awarded the construction contract for the upgrade of the Ōmokoroa playground.
