News
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Western Bay resource consents go digital
NewsApplying and paying for a resource consent just got easier in the Western Bay.
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Tails wagging for Wander Dogs Summer Series
NewsTails are sure to be wagging across the Western Bay District with the Wander Dogs Summer Series making a welcome return to the summer calendar.
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Paengaroa pulls together to create green oasis
NewsConway Reserve – a former horse paddock – is undergoing a major revamp and it’s all being done by locals – with support from Western Bay of Plenty District Council.
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Park it right with new parking changes
NewsImportant changes to local parking restrictions and freedom camping sites come into place across the Western Bay District from Monday, 30 September 2019.
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Continued growth underpinned much of Western Bay year
NewsStrong growth across the Western Bay for much of 2018/19 underpinned year-end results for the District Council.
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Western Bay Council notifies District Plan changes
NewsSubmissions are invited on a number of plan changes that aim to make rules more effective for some rural activities
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No more freedom camping at ANZAC Bay
NewsFreedom campers can no longer park up overnight at Bowentown’s Anzac Bay – under a number of bylaw review changes across the Western Bay of Plenty.
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New maps for harbour coastal inundation and flooding
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has released updated natural hazard maps
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Western Bay of Plenty candidates confirmed for 2019 Elections
NewsA total of 53 candidates are contesting this year’s Local Body Elections in the Western Bay of Plenty.
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Waihi Beach community patrol gains funding boost
NewsFunding for a replacement vehicle through Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s community grants has thrilled the Waihi Beach Community Patrol Group.
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Western Bay community groups gain $140,000
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council has announced $140,000 in grants for 23 community groups comprising $40,000 for environmental projects and $100,000 for general community projects.
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Family fun at Plummers Point Connection cycleway opening
NewsThe public has given the Plummers Point Connection cycleway a big thumbs up following this weekend’s official opening.
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Community celebration to mark Plummers Point cycleway opening
NewsThe community are being encouraged test out the new 1.5km Plummers Point Connection cycleway with a community bike ride and walk next weekend.
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Time to update Western Bay property values
NewsIf you own property in the Western Bay you may be visited by a professional valuer who will be assessing the current land and capital value of your place for rating purposes.
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Wairoa River Bridge cycleway work begins
NewsThe river crossing link in the Omokoroa to Tauranga Cycle Trail is starting construction
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Vote change for Katikati-Waihi Beach Ward newcomers
NewsResidents living within the area affected by the recent electoral boundary change for the Katikati-Waihi Beach Ward will be voting differently in the October local body elections.
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Western Bay adopts new gambling policy
NewsNo new gambling venues or gambling machines will be allowed in the Western Bay of Plenty under a new policy.
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Students fired up with Omokoroa playground ideas
NewsSchool students in Te Puna and Omokoroa are sharing ideas for the new Omokoroa Domain playground. A community event on 27 July at the Omokoroa Boat Club will showcase their work.
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Western Bay agrees to Council kerbside rubbish collection
Kerbside CollectiveNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council will introduce a Council-contracted kerbside recycling, glass collection and rubbish collection service starting in 2021.
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Rates rise slightly for Western Bay
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council adopted its 2019/20 Annual Plan today setting an average rates increase of 3.1 percent, slightly less than last year’s increase of 3.6 percent.