Make sure you have your say on issues affecting the Horowhenua District by voting in the 2025 Local Body Elections. Voting is now open and closes at 12 noon on Saturday 11 October 2025.
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Waikawa Beach is a safe and serene spot in the sun. It’s a hidden treasure, not known by many, but a true taonga for those who live or visit here. We want to protect and enhance that taonga, and the interests of our ratepayers and residents. We want to create and foster interest in the progress and welfare of Waikawa Beach. We’re always working on ways to protect and develop our community, such as:
The Waikawa Beach Ratepayers Association serves to bring our community together and to find ways to better enjoy our very special environment.
The Waikawa Beach Residents Association was formed in 1974 and is open to membership from all residents of Waikawa Beach and the surrounding areas of Waikawa Heights and Strathnaver.