The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is leading New Zealand's response to H5 bird flu (H5N1). You can help protect our native birdlife and local poultry by knowing what to do. If you see three or more sick or dead wild birds together, please don't touch or move them. Report them to MPI and follow the latest advice.
View H5 bird flu information and reporting guidance
Council owns a number of forestry blocks throughout the District.
From time to time calls Council receives requests from people wishing to access these blocks to:
All Permits are subject to officer discretion for the proposed activity.
Please allow five business days for a permit request to be assessed. Permits are not issued out of normal business hours.
Please note that no permits will be issued to collect firewood due to Health and Safety reasons.
For further information contact Council on (06) 366 0999 to speak with a Customer Service Representative or email us at enquiries@horowhenua.govt.nz