News
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Anzac Day recycling centre hours
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardKerbside CollectiveNewsAs a mark of respect, and to allow staff to attend Anzac Day services, our recycling centres will be closed on the morning of Thursday 25 April, reopening at 1pm.
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Ōmokoroa Community Board by-election to be held
Kaimai WardNewsŌmokoroa residents are being asked to help fill the vacant Community Board seat following the resignation of Greig Neilson.
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By-election to fill vacant councillor seat
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsA by-election has been confirmed to fill the vacant councillor seat following the passing of Councillor, Richard Crawford.
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$100k up for grabs to improve community facilities
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsGroups in the Western Bay that manage community facilities are being invited to apply for funding for upgrades and improvements.
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Head along to an Anzac Day service near you
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWe've got you covered with all the Anzac Day services being held across the Western Bay - so you can come and pay your respects.
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School safety drives lower speed limits in Western Bay
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsSpeed limits around Western Bay of Plenty schools will be lowered to 30 kilometres per hour (kph) during peak times.
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Te Puke, are you prepared for a natural disaster?
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsIf there was a natural disaster in Te Puke tomorrow, would you and your loved ones know what to do and where to find help?
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Community to help paint a picture for public art
NewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is seeking feedback from the community to help shape their community's art scene.
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Council mourning the sudden loss of Councillor Richard Crawford
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsThe Western Bay of Plenty District Council whānau is mourning the sudden death of Maketu-Te Puke Councillor, Richard Crawford.
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Te Puna playground soon to take flight
Kaimai WardNewsTamariki will soon be able to spin, swing and fly their way to fun at a new playground in Te Puna.
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Ōmokoroa greenwaste hours extended
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsWe’re extending our opening hours at the Ōmokoroa Greenwaste Centre to three hours a day on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
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Speak up on how you want to be represented in the Western Bay
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWhether a representation rookie or representation royalty, here’s your chance to assess if Western Bay of Plenty District Council's current representation arrangements fit or need a change.
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Small leak in Katikati Outfall sewer pipe
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsDuring recent testing on the Katikati Outfall sewer pipe, a small leak has been identified.
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New home building rules nailed down
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsRules to help fast-track much-needed housing in Ōmokoroa and Te Puke are now in place.
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Do our plans for Katikati’s Beach Road boat ramp float your boat?
Katikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsPlans are being floated with the Katikati community to see the long-awaited upgrade of the Beach Road boat ramp.
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Get your pup barking up the right tree
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsCome along to the Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Doggy Day Out on 16 March for some top training tips from internationally renowned animal behaviour expert Mark Vette.
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Katikati Recycling Centre offers unwanted goods a second chance
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardNewsFurniture, appliances, lawn mowers, old fridges, screws and bolts, and e-waste are just some of the items that will soon be accepted at the Katikati Recycling Centre.
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Paws up for Ōmokoroa’s Dog Exercise Area
Kaimai WardNewsWestern Bay of Plenty District Council is putting the ‘paw-er’ in the community’s hands to help decide which location to build the District’s next dog exercise area in Ōmokoroa.
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Sun’s out, paws out… but don’t let your dog take the lead
Kaimai WardKatikati - Waihī Beach WardMaketu - Te Puke WardNewsWhether it’s a quick jaunt around the block or a leisurely bush walk, dog owners are being asked to paws for thought when having fun in the sun with their four-legged friends.
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Inland Revenue service comes to Te Puke Library
Maketu - Te Puke WardNewsTe Puke residents no longer need to travel to Tauranga for an in-person appointment with an Inland Revenue advisor.