Water Restrictions - Levin & Ōhau

With the increased flow in the Ōhau River and reduced water demand, the restrictions for Levin and Ōhau have been completely lifted, effective immediately. Thank you for your co-operation and efforts in helping to reduce water usage during the water restrictions.

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Food Licensing

If you require this information urgently or you have any questions about opening a food business, please contact Council’s Environmental Health Officer on 06 366 0999 or enquiries@horowhenua.govt.nz

Opening a food business

View information about the requirements for opening a food business in the Horowhenua District, including how to apply.

Food Complaints

This page contains information about what to do if you have a complaint regarding food you have purchased or have been ill.

Sale of Food at Events or Markets

Find information on selling food at events including fairs, markets, sausage sizzles and fundraising stalls, as well as relevant application forms.

Food Business Verification

New food businesses need to be verified (checked) within the first 6 weeks of registration, and regularly after that. Find out more about food business verification.

Mobile Food Businesses

A Mobile food business must be registered with their "home base" Council. Information about how to register your food truck/ mobile business is available here and on the Opening a Food business page.