Severe thunderstorm warning - Thursday 3 July 2025
Alongside the heat and humidity, we are also expecting a severe thunderstorm.
Metservice has issued a RED severe thunderstorm warning for parts of our district this evening.
Metservice weather radar detected a line of severe thunderstorms that are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain.
Impact: Very heavy rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.
Take some time now to get prepared ahead of worst weather setting in.
Take care while out and about and drive safely and to the conditions.
Planned Water shutdown notice - Tuesday 17 February 2026
A day-long water shutdown will be happening on Tuesday 17 February from 8.30am to 4.30pm on Boddies Terrace, Wesley Terrace, Tawa Street, Matai Street, William Street and Anzac Street.  This is to allow council contractor Schick Civil to install a new watermain line. Thank you for your understanding.

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