Auckland Anniversary Council Information

The WDC Customer Services and Visitor Hub, Waitomo District Library and Admin Building will be closed on on Monday 26 January for Auckland Anniversary. All waste transfer stations will also be closed.
We will still be available by phone on 0800 932 4357. More info

Weather Watch - High wave warning along coastline

A high wave warning is in place for our coastline this weekend. A strong westerly swell is expected from Saturday 24 January through to Sunday 25 January, with a swell event (high energy waves) and elevated water levels predicted.

This wave event is big, even for the west coast, with forecast swell over 5 metres and maximum wave height over 10 metres possible. The highest risk period is within 1-2 hours of high tide.

The next high tide for the coastline from Marokopa to Mōkau is around 2pm on Saturday. For Sunday, high tide is around 2.50pm.

Calling for Young People Across the Region!

22 Feb 2013, 11:46 AM

The Ministry of Youth Development are looking for young people who are passionate about youth and decision making and live in the Central North region to be a part of our Taiohi Advisory Group (connected to our National Youth Advisory Group). There are a number of positions available and MYD are keen to hear from a broad range of young people that can bring their unique skills and experience to the table with other young people in the Central North.

What does the Taiohi Advisory Group do?

  • represent a youth perspective in decision making and youth voice opportunities (e.g. presentations, funding and interview panels, representative groups)
  • provide advice and guidance to the Ministry of Youth Development 

Criteria

  • between 12 and 24 years of age
  • Aotearoa Youth Voice Member
  • be available to travel within the region
  • able to provide a youth perspective on decisions and consider what this means for young people

For more information on the criteria and aims of the Taiohi Advisory Group please see the information sheet and application form (PDF 81 KB).

Applications close Monday 11 March 2013!