News

• Kaimai Ward - Draft Reserve Management Plan

  11 Mar 2025, 12:00 am

  The proposed updates include new concept plans, additional reserves, updated inventory items, aerial images, and a refreshed format.

• Don't dump garden waste!

  14 Jan 2025, 8:12 am

  Dumped garden waste smothers native vegetation and threatens wildlife habitats.

• A guide to Western Bay of Plenty’s best stargazing spots for Matariki

  26 Jun 2024, 4:10 pm

  Check out our top spots to celebrate Matariki

• Young voices headline Long Term Plan

  17 May 2024, 2:46 pm

  “A perfect District is a District that everyone feels good in.” These wise words by Kaelyn, 12, from Ōmokoroa, headline our Long Term Plan 2024-34, which is now open for feedback.

• New disc golf course at TECT Park flies into action

  16 May 2024, 9:15 am

  Disc golf enthusiasts are invited to ‘putt’ their skills to the test at a new nine-hole course at TECT Park.

• Find out what’s planned for the Kaimai Ward

  17 Apr 2025, 3:40 pm

  We are hosting a Community Forum Expo on Wednesday 7 May, at Te Puna School Hall from 7-9pm, providing the opportunity for people to connect with Ward Councillors.

• 2025 Anzac Day services

  17 Apr 2025, 2:34 pm

  All are welcome to come and pay their respects at the Anzac Day services being held across the Western Bay.

• Estuary pathway plan unveiled

  9 Apr 2025, 12:05 pm

  A draft concept plan for a shared pathway connecting Waihī Beach and Athenree has been released by the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.

• Commission confirms District-wide community board coverage

  8 Apr 2025, 5:56 pm

  The Local Government Commission has determined the final make-up of elected members for the 2025 and 2028 elections.

• Wave of harbour upgrades on the way

  17 Apr 2025, 3:51 pm

  Work is underway to replace the decades-old jetty at Uretara Landing Reserve in Katikati with a new structure nearly four times its size.

• 2025 Anzac Day services

  17 Apr 2025, 2:34 pm

  All are welcome to come and pay their respects at the Anzac Day services being held across the Western Bay.

• Stage is set for Katikati Arts Junction repair work

  16 Apr 2025, 3:19 pm

  ​Katikati’s creative hub is getting some much-needed attention, with weather-damaged parts of the Arts Junction building being repaired over the next few months.

• Estuary pathway plan unveiled

  9 Apr 2025, 12:05 pm

  A draft concept plan for a shared pathway connecting Waihī Beach and Athenree has been released by the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.

• 2025 Anzac Day services

  17 Apr 2025, 2:34 pm

  All are welcome to come and pay their respects at the Anzac Day services being held across the Western Bay.

• Registrations open for free hazardous waste disposal day

  11 Apr 2025, 10:10 am

  Registrations are now open for MyHazWaste, a free, organised drop-off day that is being held in Te Puke on Sunday 25 May, offering a safe way to dispose of household hazardous waste.

• Commission confirms District-wide community board coverage

  8 Apr 2025, 5:56 pm

  The Local Government Commission has determined the final make-up of elected members for the 2025 and 2028 elections.

• Making sure water works for us – now and in the future

  24 Mar 2025, 2:33 pm

  We 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.

• Meri Kirihimete from Mayor James Denyer and the Western Bay team

  13 Dec 2024, 12:00 pm

  Hear from Mayor James Denyer on his reflections for the year.

• Our commitment to you l Tō mātou takohanga ki a koe

  17 May 2024, 3:56 pm

  We’ve worked incredibly hard to develop the best possible picture for our District, now and into the future. Read all about it in our Long Term Plan 2024-34

• Mayor James Denyer talks Long Term Plan 2024 - 2034

  17 May 2024, 8:00 am

  Hear Mayor James' thoughts on the future of our District

• 2024: The year of progress

  2 Feb 2024, 4:57 pm

  This year is shaping up to be a more positive year as economic conditions improve and we enjoy a cracking summer.

• Wave of harbour upgrades on the way

  17 Apr 2025, 3:51 pm

  Work is underway to replace the decades-old jetty at Uretara Landing Reserve in Katikati with a new structure nearly four times its size.

• Find out what’s planned for the Kaimai Ward

  17 Apr 2025, 3:40 pm

  We are hosting a Community Forum Expo on Wednesday 7 May, at Te Puna School Hall from 7-9pm, providing the opportunity for people to connect with Ward Councillors.

• 2025 Anzac Day services

  17 Apr 2025, 2:34 pm

  All are welcome to come and pay their respects at the Anzac Day services being held across the Western Bay.

• Stage is set for Katikati Arts Junction repair work

  16 Apr 2025, 3:19 pm

  ​Katikati’s creative hub is getting some much-needed attention, with weather-damaged parts of the Arts Junction building being repaired over the next few months.