Horowhenua libraries to be fine-free Published on June 27, 2022 We’re starting a new chapter by making Horowhenua libraries fine-free. On Friday 1 July existing fines will be wiped and no further overdue fines will be applied. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horowhenua District Council gears up for the 2022 Local Elections Published on June 22, 2022 Election Day is Saturday 8 October 2022 and preparation is already underway at Horowhenua District Council. Council’s Chief Executive Monique Davidson says Horowhenua people should check if they're enrolled to vote in the 2022 local elections. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horowhenua Matariki Celebrations Published on June 15, 2022 Horowhenua will light up with more than 20 Matariki celebrations events around the district during June and July. Tagged as: , Announcements & Alerts, Media Releases
Council reviews Alcohol Bylaw and seeks community engagement Published on June 15, 2022 Horowhenua District Council is reviewing the current Alcohol (Liquor) Bylaw 2015 and is seeking the community’s feedback on the proposed Alcohol Control Bylaw. Tagged as: , Announcements & Alerts, Media Releases
Horowhenua Weather Event – Update 7- 9.30am Tuesday 14 June 2022 Published on June 14, 2022 The preventative flood protection barrier deployed at Foxton Beach Wharf, did what it was meant to do last night and protected many of the properties along Hartley and Dawson Streets. Mayor Bernie Wanden praised the efforts of those who were on the ground to put the barrier in place. Tagged as: , Announcements & Alerts
Horowhenua Weather Event: Update 6 - 4.30pm - Monday 13 June 2022 Published on June 13, 2022 A minor landslip has occurred at the Levin Landfill. Top soil and grass has shifted on one of the cells and disconnected some pipework from one of the gas wells onsite. Specialised contractors, gasfitters and Envirowaste staff are currently assessing the situation and working on resolving the issue. The clay liner on the cell has not been effected. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horowhenua Weather Event – Update 5 - 3.00pm - Monday 13 June 2022 Published on June 13, 2022 Mayor Bernie Wanden extends his support to those properties that have been affected by today’s severe weather. “With high tide expected later tonight and waves expected to reach seven metres, we are doing what we can to protect and support those residents that are in greatest need.” Tagged as: , Announcements & Alerts
Mayoral Relief Fund Deadline Extended Published on June 13, 2022 We have extended the deadline for Mayoral Relief Fund applications until 5pm 30 June. Tagged as: , Announcements & Alerts
Horowhenua Weather Event: Update 4 10.15am - Monday 13 June 2022 Published on June 13, 2022 Horowhenua residents are being encouraged to stay indoors if they can and limit any non-essential travel. Thunderstorms overnight have caused localised surface flooding, with Foxton and Foxton Beach residents being impacted the most. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horowhenua Weather Event: Update 3 9.20am - Sunday 12 June 2022 Published on June 12, 2022 Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden thanks the community for their water conservation efforts yesterday and reports that while sustainable water use should always be something we strive for, the urgency and necessity for strict water conservation has now eased. Tagged as: , Media Releases