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Government announces ‘Head Start’ pathway for local government reform
NewsThe Government has announced a new ‘Head Start’ pathway for local government reform, giving councils three months to put forward proposals for how local government could be reorganised in the future.
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Councils appoint Joint Committee to oversee new Water Organisation
Three Waters ReformNewsTauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council have established a Joint Committee to guide and support the establishment of the new Water Organisation.
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Slip repair work to begin at archaeological site
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsWork will begin the week of 4 May to repair a roadside slip on Arawa Avenue. in Maketū. Due to archaeological investigations, the road may at times be closed to traffic.
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Poripori Road to close for slip repairs
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsPoripori Road will be closed to through traffic for around eight weeks while essential works are carried out to repair two significant roadside slips.
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Western Bay of Plenty District Council appoints new Chief Executive
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Potton as its new Chief Executive.
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Council to seek community views on reserve toilet
Kaimai WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has decided to carry out a new round of consultation on the public toilet at Precious Family Reserve in Ōmokoroa.
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Updated tsunami evacuation maps are now available
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsUpdated tsunami evacuation maps are available for those who live, work and spend time in Bay of Plenty coastal areas.
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Kākā sculpture watches over new Ōmokoroa wetland
Kaimai WardNewsA newly installed sculpture at the Wāhi ō Waipapa Wetland in Ōmokoroa invites people to connect with the taiao (environment) and reflect on their role as kaitiaki (guardians) of the landscape.
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Western Bay of Plenty lifts State of Emergency
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has lifted the State of Emergency, after the District avoided any major impacts from Cyclone Vaianu over the weekend.
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Community Emergency Hubs stood down following Cyclone Vaianu
NewsNow that the peak of Cyclone Vaianu has passed, all Community Emergency Hubs across the Western Bay of Plenty District have now been stood down.
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State of Emergency declared for Western Bay ahead of Cyclone Vaianu
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has declared a State of Emergency, ahead of Cyclone Vaianu reaching New Zealand and the District.
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Community Emergency Hubs to open across Western Bay of Plenty
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsCommunity Emergency Hubs will open across the Western Bay of Plenty District from 8am Sunday for the day, as part of preparations for Cyclone Vaianu.
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Western Bay of Plenty prepares for Cyclone Vaianu
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is stepping up preparations as Cyclone Vaianu is forecast to impact New Zealand over the weekend.
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ANZAC Day in the Western Bay
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsAll are welcome to come and pay their respects at the Anzac Day services being held across the Western Bay.
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Kevin Lavery appointed Establishment CE of joint Water Organisation
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardThree Waters ReformNewsKevin Lavery has been appointed Establishment Chief Executive of the new joint Water Organisation being established by Western Bay of Plenty District Council and Tauranga City Council.
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Western Bay and Tauranga City to join forces on water services
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardThree Waters ReformNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council and Tauranga City Council have agreed to establish a joint Water Organisation. The intention is for the Water Organisation to be operational from 1 July 2027.
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Work wraps up at SH2 / Ōmokoroa Rd roundabout
NewsConstruction of the roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 2 and Ōmokoroa Road roundabout is now largely complete, making the intersection safer and improving access to and from Ōmokoroa.
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Community Emergency Hubs open in Waihī Beach and Ōmokoroa
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsCommunity Emergency Hubs are now open in Waihī Beach and Ōmokoroa for anyone who needs to evacuate or feels unsafe due to the ongoing severe weather.
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Bowentown playground upgrade swings into action
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsWork started this week on a refresh of the Tui Park playground at Bowentown. The upgrade has been shaped by ideas shared by the community, who wanted a mix of active play and natural elements.
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Council draws clear line on non-water costs for water organisation
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardThree Waters ReformNewsCouncil says it is focused on achieving the best outcome for everyone as it moves toward a final decision on whether to establish a joint Water Organisation with Tauranga City Council.
