Postponement again of official opening and blessing of the Mangaokewa Walkway Cultural Storyboards

Waitomo District Council, with the support of Ngāti Rōrā, have made a call to POSTPONE the official opening and blessing of the Mangaokewa Walkway Cultural Storyboards for the second time.This is due to the heavy rain forecast for the rest of the week. The ground will be wet and the weather looks worse for Friday (26 September 2025). It's important to us that this significant occasion is done correctly. We will schedule another blessing to be held later in the year when the weather has improved.

We thank you again for your understanding and support.

Find out what it takes to make the big decisions for Waitomo District

3 Jul 2025, 10:37 AM

It’s almost time to take a stand for your community with Local Elections nominations for Waitomo District Mayor and Councillors opening Friday 4 July.

Waitomo District Council is looking for people who can provide leadership, are not afraid to make the big decisions that will make a difference for the whole district, while also advocating for the interest of the district’s smaller communities.

Those considering stepping up to stand for Mayor or Councillor can find out more about what’s involved on Council’s website ahead of nominations opening.

On the website you will find a Candidate Handbook which covers everything you need to know about standing for Council, as well as candidate nomination forms.

Additionally, WDC is also hosting a candidate information evening on Thursday 10 July, which is a chance for prospective candidates to get information and ask questions, before making their decision to stand.

Chief Executive Ben Smit says being an elected member can be incredibly rewarding but comes with a big responsibility as you will help decide how rates are set, how ratepayers’ money is spent and managing assets worth millions of dollars.

If you want to find out more before taking a stand, visit this page on our website 

 

What: Candidate Information Evening

When: Thursday 10 July from 7pm

Where: Waitomo District Council Chambers, 15 Queen Street, Te Kūiti

 

Positions for Waitomo are:

  • Mayor
  • Three Councillors - Urban Te Kūiti Ward
  • Three Councillors - Waitomo Rural Ward