Public notification: Military funeral on Sunday in Te Kūiti.

A forward notice that there will be firing of blank cartridges which produce loud bangs in support of a military funeral sometime between the hours of 1.30pm to 3pm on Sunday in Te Kūiti.

There will be soldiers marching around the town in support of the funeral ceremonial event with weapons, so please do not be alarmed or concerned.

There will also be a road closure at the intersections near the Les Munro Centre in both directions on Sunday 15 March. The closure will be in place at 12.30pm to 1pm. 

Soldier presence in Te Kūiti will be prominent from Saturday afternoon and will increase up to 100+ on the Sunday for the funeral.

Thank you for your understanding.

Truck parks create improved parking zones in Mōkau

26 Sep 2023, 11:06 AM

Trucks will soon be able to safely park in Mōkau thanks to a Waitomo District Council project that aims to create improved parking zones in the seaside town.

Council contractor Camex Civil is currently installing truck parks on both sides of Mōkau’s main road, which will enable up to three trucks to safely park off the road. 

Four additional carparks will also be added, which completes another stage of amenity improvements following the construction of a new toilet block in Mōkau in November 2022.

General Manager Infrastructure Services, Shyamal Ram says the project is great news for the Mōkau community as parking has been an issue for some time.

“The programme of works is about ensuring safety measures are in place for those wishing to stop and enjoy the town.”

The project is fully funded by WDC and expected to be completed in November.