News
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Council confirms commitment to joint water services model
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council plans to partner with other councils to deliver its water, wastewater and stormwater services in the future.
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Updates planned for neighbourhood playgrounds
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsTwo of our local playgrounds in Katikati and Bowentown are getting a refresh, and we’re keen to hear your ideas!
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New General Manager Infrastructure appointed
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWe are pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Singh to the role of General Manager Infrastructure Group.
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Western Bay election race begins with 55 candidates standing
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsNominations are in for the Western Bay - with a total of 55 people putting themselves forward to represent their communities in this year’s local body elections.
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Raising the flag for Vanuatu Bislama Language Week
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Vanuatu flag is proudly flying at Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Barkes Corner offices this week, to mark Vanuatu Bislama Language Week.
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New battery recycling bins at your local library
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsHeading to your local Western Bay library to return your books? Now you can drop off your used household batteries at the same time.
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Traffic changes ahead at SH2 / Ōmokoroa Road roundabout
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsRoad widening is about to start on the Tauranga side of the temporary State Highway 2 / Ōmokoroa Road roundabout, paving the way for the future four-lane layout.
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Your 2025 Western Bay election guide is just a click away
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsIn 2025 the traditional printed pre-election report has been replaced with a new digital dashboard - designed to make Council clearer, closer and easier to understand.
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Council seeks information on dumped concrete
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsWe are seeking information about a large pile of concrete that has been illegally dumped at Thompson’s Track, near Katikati. Can you help?
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New coastal erosion maps for Western Bay
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsNew and updated coastal erosion maps are now available for the Western Bay of Plenty District.
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New housing for Katikati elders officially opened
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsWhanaungatanga (connection) and manaakitanga (care and hospitality) were at the heart of yesterday’s official opening of Te Āhuru Mōwai o Hiria.
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It starts with you – put your name forward
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is calling on locals with passion, purpose and community pride to put their name forward for the 2025 local elections.
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New library weaves together people and place
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsTe Ara Mātauranga, Waihī Beach’s new library, service centre and community hub, opened today - a space interwoven with community, creativity and connection.
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$160k available to help power up local projects
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsGot passion, people power and a great idea? Let’s make it happen! Applications are now open for Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Community Matching Fund.
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Annual Plan 2025-26 focused on delivery and financial discipline
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsCouncil has confirmed its work programme and budget for the year ahead, adopting the 2025/26 Annual Plan.
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Hard hats and big ideas as students explore new library site
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsTe Ara Mātauranga, Waihī Beach’s new library and service centre, will soon welcomes its first visitors, but a group of Year 6 student leaders are already part of the opening chapter.
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Matariki 2025 in the Western Bay
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsHere in the Western Bay, there’s a range of events happening across the rohe — from scavenger hunts and storytelling to whānau-friendly community celebrations.
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On the right track: community support for Ahi Pātiki Pathway
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsA safer walking and biking connection between Waihī Beach and Athenree is a step closer, with plans for the Ahi Pātiki Pathway moving into the resource consent phase.
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Council agrees to sell Zespri and Seeka shares
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsCouncil will sell its shareholdings as part of a broader financial strategy to review non-core assets, and ensure funds are directed towards activities that directly benefit the community.
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Council takes considered approach to rates in challenging times
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has set its direction for this year’s rates — with an average increase of 8.92 per cent.
