New speed limits are in effect for most rural and rural residential roads in Horowhenua. The new speed limit schedules are available on the Land Transport Bylaw 2017 page.
View the Speed Limit Schedules
We have recently changed our phone system and there is a delay in answering Council calls at the moment. If your query is not urgent you can email us, message us on Facebook or contact us via our website and we'll respond as soon as we can. We appreciate your patience while we get up and running and back to our normal level of service.
Due to the wet ground conditions, the mowing of berms and reserves in Shannon, Mangaore and Tokomaru has been postponed. Once conditions improve mowing operations will resume. Thank you for your patience.
Below you can find out about each of the various schemes administered by Horowhenua District Council and access criteria and accountability forms. For more information please contact Council on (06) 366 0999 or email enquiries@horowhenua.govt.nz
You can also check what calls for applications are open on our Calls for Applications page.
This grant supports projects that help contribute to Horowhenua becoming a more vibrant community. Its funding priorities are set strategically each year.
The International Representation Grant aims to support Horowhenua residents who have been selected to represent New Zealand at an international competition in sport, leisure or cultural activities.
This fund aims to ensure rural halls across the district are maintained to a safe and functioning standard. It is open for applications annually. The 2019 call for applications opens on 1 August 2019.
This fund is available to Resident and Ratepayer Associations or groups within the District that engage in Council processes to assist them with the distribution of material and administration costs.
The Community Development Grant aims to encourage community groups to organise projects, events and initiatives that work towards the Community Outcomes included in Council's Strategies or Action Plans.
Horowhenua District Council administers the Creative Communities NZ Scheme on behalf of Creative New Zealand. This page contains information, criteria and forms for the Creative Communities Scheme.
This page contains information on grants available from the Shannon Community Development Trust.
This grant was created to address the growing need to support grass-roots community activities. Applications may be made throughout the year but must be at least one month prior to the event taking place.
The Heritage Fund is for projects that conserve or restore the heritage value or character of a property that is recognised under the Horowhenua District Plan for its historical significance.
The CBD (Central Business District) Amenity Improvement Fund seeks to assist building and business owners to enhance their buildings and signage, to improve the appearance of Levin's CBD. The fund will initially be a two-year trial, with up to $50,000 per year being available.