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.

What's on in Waitomo

We live in a great District. There is always so much going.  Keep up to date with our event guide below.

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Tuesday, 17 Feb 2026

24 Feb 2026, 9:00 AM
Monthly Council meeting for February 2026 Agenda and link to livestream recording can be...
24 Mar 2026, 9:00 AM
Monthly Council meeting for March 2026 Agenda and link to livestream recording can be...
25 Mar 2026, 9:30 AM
Come to a free funding workshop delivered by local community funders.  Topics include:...
11 Apr 2026, 10:00 AM
The New Zealand Shearing Championships committee has worked alongside the Waitomo District...
14 Apr 2026, 9:00 AM
Council hearing for policy reviews - if required. Agenda and link to livestream recording...
28 Apr 2026, 9:00 AM
Monthly Council meeting for April 2026 Agenda and link to livestream recording can be...