Waitomo District Council’s aim is to ensure that an acceptable standard of convenience, safety visual amenity and civic values are maintained for the well-being and enjoyment of residents, visitors and businesses within the district.

We do know that riding horses is still a common practice within the district. However, people who ride horses on Council reserves, facilities and roads   can cause a risk to public safety if the horse is not controlled appropriately.  

People who are found to be riding horses in a manner that could endanger public safety will be reported to the Police and could face prosecution depending on the nature of the offence.

The following information is aimed to increase awareness and understanding of the public safety issues posed by horse riders.

Horses in relation to Council Bylaws

There are a number of different Bylaws that provide rules in regards to the keeping and riding of horses.