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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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New No. 4 Road bridge opens in Te Puke
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe new No. 4 Road bridge in Te Puke officially opened this week, marking the return of a vital permanent link for the local community.
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Roadworks ahead for Te Puke drivers
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsIf you’re driving in and around Te Puke over the next few weeks, it might take you a bit longer than usual to get to where you’re going.
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Te Puke’s Heritage Plaza upgrade work set to begin
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsFrom the week of 23 June, the area outside Te Puke Jewellers and My Pharmacy on Jellicoe Street will be transformed with nikau palms, garden beds, lighting, and new seating nooks.
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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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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.
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Demystifying what it takes to be at the Council table
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWe're holding Candidate Information Sessions – so anyone thinking about standing in the local body elections this year knows what to expect.
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Hey Western Bay, it’s Election year!
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe 2025 local government election is a landmark moment for the Western Bay District, and Council is making a push to get more people both voting and standing for Council, more easily.
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Youth programme leaves lasting impact
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsA programme that has helped more than 170 Te Puke and Maketu rangatahi (young people) into work and education opportunities is winding down locally after changes to government funding.
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Road and water upgrades in the pipeline for Te Puke streets
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsA major upgrade to road and water infrastructure is set to begin next month across several key streets in Te Puke.
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Community Forum Expo goes rural
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Maketu-Te Puke Community Forum Expo is heading east into the rural communities, with the next and final event for the year set to take place in Paengaroa.
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New wetland for popular Te Puke park
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsA new wetland is being developed in Te Puke’s Lawrence Oliver Park, to improve water quality, support wildlife, reduce flooding, and add to the park’s recreational and cultural value.
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Registrations open for free hazardous waste disposal day
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsRegistrations 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.
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Commission confirms District-wide community board coverage
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Local Government Commission has determined the final make-up of elected members for the 2025 and 2028 elections.
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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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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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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.
