Coronavirus information

Following the Government’s announcement on 23 March 2020, all Horowhenua District Council facilities, including the main office in Levin, closed from 5pm on Wednesday 25 March.
View information about Council's essential services during the COVID-19 lockdown

Visit the Unite against COVID-19 website

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Fire Season and Water Restrictions

FENZ has declared an Open Fire Season for the entire Horowhenua District, from 8am on Wednesday, 1 April 2020. See checkitsalright.nz for updates.
Level 1 water restrictions remain in place for Levin and Ōhau, until further notice.

Water Restrictions for Horowhenua District

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Emergency Management

This section contains useful information to help you take the steps to get prepared so when an emergency event occurs you're in a better position to deal with whatever the event may be.  It also provides information on the current fire status for the Horowhenua District along with the requirements for controlled fires and outdoor fires.

Civil Defence

Find out more about Civil Defence and what you can do to be better prepared in an emergency event.

Fire Restrictions

This page provides information on the current fire status and requirements for controlled fires.

Emergency Management - Fees & Charges

View Council's fees and charges for Emergency Management.

Emergency Rainwater Tanks

You can now buy an emergency water supply tank from Horowhenua District Council.

Community Response Plans

View Community Response Plans for our Horowhenua communities.
These provide localised information and preparation for risks that each community may face.

COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

New Zealand is currently at Alert Level 4 of the four-level COVID-19 alert system and it's likely Level 4 measures will stay in place for a number of weeks. Find out what we're doing, including our essential services, how to get assistance, and how to get in touch.

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