Waitangi Day Council Information

The WDC Customer Services and Visitor Hub, Waitomo District Library and Admin Building will be closed on on Friday 6 February for Waitangi Day. All waste transfer stations will also be closed.
We will still be available by phone on 0800 932 4357. More info

Change of days to temporary Awakino Waste Transfer Station schedule
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to change the open days of the Awakino Waste Transfer Station for the last week of the extended holiday schedule.
It will now open from 9am to 1pm on the following days:
Tuesday 
Thursday
Friday
The normal schedule will for Awakino Transfer Station will resume Sunday 8 February 2026.
We apologise for the inconvenience.

Refresher Driving Course for Older Drivers

Tuesday 11 March 2025 9:45 AM to 2:00 PM

Age concern Staying safe, and the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) have teamed up to bring a refresher driving course for older drivers available to residents of the Waitomo District.

Whether you want to refresh your knowledge, study for an upcoming licence renewal, or improve your driving skills, this is the course for you! Sign up to attend the FREE course.

Tuesday 11 March 2025

From 9.45am – 2pm

Hato Hone St John - 11 Kakamutu St, Ōtorohanga

To enrol contact Kirsty on 07 838 2266 or [email protected]