Severe thunderstorm warning - Thursday 3 July 2025
Alongside the heat and humidity, we are also expecting a severe thunderstorm.
Metservice has issued a RED severe thunderstorm warning for parts of our district this evening.
Metservice weather radar detected a line of severe thunderstorms that are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain.
Impact: Very heavy rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.
Take some time now to get prepared ahead of worst weather setting in.
Take care while out and about and drive safely and to the conditions.
Planned Water shutdown notice - Tuesday 17 February 2026
A day-long water shutdown will be happening on Tuesday 17 February from 8.30am to 4.30pm on Boddies Terrace, Wesley Terrace, Tawa Street, Matai Street, William Street and Anzac Street.  This is to allow council contractor Schick Civil to install a new watermain line. Thank you for your understanding.

Adoption of Animal and Dog Control and Food Act 2014 Fees and Charges

12 Jun 2024, 12:34 PM

On 4 June 2024, Council adopted the fees and charges for Animal and Dog Control and Food Act 2014. These fees and charges apply from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2024.

The remainder of the Fees and Charges Schedule will be presented for adoption on 25 June 2024.  

The schedule of Fees and Charges will be available on our website  from 1 July 2024. You can request a hardcopy of the fees and charges by contacting our Customer Services Team on 0800 932 4357 or email [email protected]