Severe thunderstorm warning - Thursday 3 July 2025
🔴 Severe Thunderstorm Warning - parts of Waitomo District 🔴
Metservice has issued a RED severe thunderstorm warning for part of the Waitomo District.
The thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by torrential rain.
Impact: Torrential rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.
🔴 Please do not travel if you do not have to, and stay safe and drive to the conditions if you need to travel in this weather.

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PLEASE DRIVE SAFE THROUGH AWAKINO GORGE
We are aware that Awakino River is rising quite quickly. If you are travelling along SH3 in the Awakino Gorge, please exercise extreme caution.
Please do not undertake any unnecessary travel, but drive safely and to the conditions if you have to.

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Situations Vacant - Gardener

13 Mar 2018

We are looking for a versatile, well organised, fit and energetic person who takes pride in their work to join our team.

You will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Districts gardens, undertaking duties such as pruning, weeding, spraying, and preparation of flower beds and planting.

To be successful in this role you will have a passion for gardening and an understanding of gardening methods, a strong commitment to health and safety and be comfortable working in all weather conditions.  With a positive attitude and the ability to work unsupervised, you could be the one we are looking for.

A current Growsafe Certificate, Traffic Management Qualifications – Level 1 STMS would be an advantage, however training will be provided.  A current full New Zealand Drivers Licence is essential for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated and enthusiastic team.  If this sounds like your type of job, contact us today.

Applications close Thursday 15th March 2018

If this sounds like you then apply now at our careers website www.joinourteam.co.nz