Strong Wind Watch
Metservice has issued a strong wind watch for our district from midnight Wednesday
The watch is valid from 12am Wednesday 16 April to 3am on Friday 18 April.
Easterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. High chance of upgrading to a Warning.
Damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures possible. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.
Te Anga Road - update as at 10am
Te Anga Road will open from 11am this morning. Traffic controls will still be in place.
Please drive safely while in this area. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
More info and updates here

Thousands flock to the Great NZ Muster

1 Apr 2025, 8:47 AM

     

 

It will be a day to remember for the Waitomo District after hosting one of the most successful street festival events since its inception, The Great New Zealand Muster. 

Thousands of people from all over the world flocked to Te Kūiti on Saturday 29 March to take part in the festivities.
The Great NZ Muster supports the annual three-day-long NZ Shearing Championships and NZ Shears Running of the Sheep.

The town was a buzz and the streets were full of people. Stall numbers increased on previous years, and patronage was an all time high.
The Harmonic Resonators was also a popular hit with the crowd with their amazing melodies and unique take on classic popular songs.


Thank you to everyone for an amazing day and an even bigger thank you to Universal Beef Packers, The Lines Company, NZ Shearing Committee and Tomotuki Marae.