Road works - Centennial Park area

Construction work will begin Tuesday 24 June around Centennial Park area to install concrete islands and road line marking. The roads to be marked are: Te Kūiti Road, Park Street, William Street and Ngarongo Road. We ask kindly that this area be kept clear of vehicles and residents do not park on the road for the next couple of days. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Slip on Te Waitere Road – please drive safe

Council is aware of a significant slip on Te Waitere Road. Currently the road is down to one lane with priority give way traffic control in place. Given there is poor weather forecast towards the end of the week, we encourage those needing to pass through this site to be vigilant and drive safely and to the conditions.

Community partnership fund opens early

23 Jul 2020, 12:27 PM

Waitomo District Council (WDC) is calling for applications to the annual Community Partnership Fund. 

 

Helen Beever, GM community services says, “this year, Council has brought forward the timeline and are calling for applications now.”

 

The fund offers access to seed funding and in-kind support to groups developing new community initiatives.  Applications for projects of a capital and/or non-capital nature will be considered.

 

Those applying must demonstrate benefit to the community and priority is given to projects that contribute to; creating a vibrant and prosperous district, cultural heritage, targeting youth or providing the opportunity to enjoy social, cultural and sporting activities within our District.

 

This funding round will have a focus on projects and initiatives that support community recovery as a result of COVID-19.  Applications not COVID-19 related will also be considered.

 

Applications are now open and close 5pm, Friday August 7.  Click here to apply and for more information