Auckland Anniversary Council Information

The WDC Customer Services and Visitor Hub, Waitomo District Library and Admin Building will be closed on on Monday 26 January for Auckland Anniversary. All waste transfer stations will also be closed.
We will still be available by phone on 0800 932 4357. More info

Weather Watch - High wave warning along coastline

A high wave warning is in place for our coastline this weekend. A strong westerly swell is expected from Saturday 24 January through to Sunday 25 January, with a swell event (high energy waves) and elevated water levels predicted.

This wave event is big, even for the west coast, with forecast swell over 5 metres and maximum wave height over 10 metres possible. The highest risk period is within 1-2 hours of high tide.

The next high tide for the coastline from Marokopa to Mōkau is around 2pm on Saturday. For Sunday, high tide is around 2.50pm.

Rates Rebate Reminder 2021/22

4 May 2022, 1:04 PM

Waitomo District Council is urging ratepayers to check their eligibility for receiving a rates rebate for the current 2021/22 rating year before the 30 June deadline.

The rate rebate scheme provides substantial financial support for many households, the maximum amount people can receive is $655.

The value of any rebate is determined by household income, number of dependents and the level of rates being paid.
The rates rebate scheme is paid by Central Government but administered by each Council. Those eligible receive a credit on their rates account of up to $655.


Applications close 30 June 2022 and cannot be backdated.


Click here for more information or to apply or speak to the customer services team, by phoning 0800 932 4357,
or by visiting our office, 15 Queen Street or the i-SITE, 160 Rora Street, Te Kuiti.