Water Alert Level 2 - PIopio
Due to operational issues and the current hot weather, Piopio township will move into Level 2 water restriction from tomorrow - Friday 6 February 2026.
Water conservation measures are required to reduce demand on the water treatment plant. We ask Piopio residents to be mindful of their water use.
Water shutdown notice - William Street and adjoining streets
A water shutdown will be happening from 9am to 3.30pm today along William Street and adjoining streets. This is to allow council contractor Schick Civil to commission a new watermain line. Thank you for your understanding.

Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund

3 Oct 2025, 4:34 PM

We are inviting rural school teams and sporting groups to apply for financial assistance through the Sport New Zealand Rural Travel Fund.

The fund is designed to help subsidise rural travel for junior teams aged between 5-18 years. It helps school and club sports teams participate in local sporting competitions.

Please note: The Rural Travel Fund is not for the purpose of travel to regional or national events or available for individual athletes or players.

The online application form and further details outlining the fund are available here or by contacting the Customer Services Team on 0800 932 4357.

Sport New Zealand Rural Travel Fund for Waitomo District Applications close at 5pm on Saturday 1 November 2025.