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
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.
The Community Organisation Grants Scheme (COGS) is currently holding nominations for Candidates.
“(COGS) provides grants to non-profit community organisations delivering community-based services and projects throughout Aotearoa New Zealand”.
Nominations Close 31 August.
More information and the nomination forms can be found at www.communitymatters.govt.nz
