Heavy Rain Warning - 11-12 July
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Heavy Rain Warning - 11-12 July
Heavy downpours and strong winds were felt overnight, and further showers are expected today.
Our district is saturated, so further slips, surface flooding, and rising rivers and streams are likely – especially near steep slopes and in low-lying areas. Please take care and drive to the conditions.
Report any issues:
- For urgent assistance, call us on 07 306 0500 (available 24/7)
- Non urgent assistance - log it here.
Kia noho haumaru – stay safe and look out for each other.
Planned Water Shutdown - Saturday 12 July - James St Area, Whakatāne
Whakatāne District Council advises residents of planned water shutdowns to enable connection works as part of the Water Mains and Connections Renewal Project in the following areas.
Weather effects - July 3-4 2025
All weather warnings and watches for Whakatāne District have been lifted.
Our crews are working to clean up various roads this morning and we will keep you updated on this, and any road closures during the day.
Planned maintenance: Keepa Road shared-use path
Whakatāne District Council’s Roading Team will be undertaking planned maintenance on the Keepa Road shared path starting mid to late July.
Boil water notice - Rūātoki
The Boil Water Notice remains in effect and is expected to stay in place for the coming days due to the forecasted wet weather conditions. We will advise as soon as the notice has been lifted.
Road closure notice: Light Up Whakatāne Event
Whakatāne District Council proposes to allow the closure of the below roads to traffic for the Light Up Whakatāne event on Saturday, 5 July 2025.
During the closure, provision will be made for access in emergency situations only.
Road Closures:
Kakaharoa Drive Carpark
Period of proposed closure:
Date of closure: Saturday, 5 July 2025
Time of closure: 7am – 9.30pm
Road closure notice: Matahi Road, Rotoma
Whakatāne District Council advises the following road will be closed to traffic for the Motorsport Bay of Plenty Tarmac Hillclimb Event on Sunday, 6 July 2025.
During the closure, provision will be made for access in emergency situations only.
Date of closure: Sunday, 6 July 2025
Time of closure: 9am – 5pm
This road closure is made under the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965 and Schedule 10 of the Local Government Act 1974.
It is an offence for anyone to use the road for ordinary traffic during this time unless permitted.
Quay Street pōhutukawa to be removed for stormwater upgrade
A pōhutukawa tree along Quay Street will need to be removed as part of critical stormwater upgrade work being delivered alongside Bay of Plenty Regional Council’s Project Future Proof flood protection project.
While Project Future Proof is led by Bay of Plenty Regional Council, the affected stormwater pipe is part of Whakatāne District Council’s infrastructure. The Council is coinciding the pipe replacement with the Regional Council floodwall work to ensure the upgrade goes ahead in the most efficient manner.
Planned water shutdown notice: Mananui Crescent area, Whakatāne
Whakatāne District Council advises residents of planned water shutdowns.
Road Works – Goulstone Road Pedestrian Crossing
A new raised pedestrian crossing will be installed on Goulstone Road.
Herepuru Road resurfacing update
Update on the Herepuru Road project following the recent wet weather.
Temporary carpark closure Tuesday – Bird Walk, Gorge Road
Please be aware that the ‘Bird Walk’ carpark on Gorge Road will be closed.
Planned water shutdown notice: Whakatāne
Whakatāne District Council advises residents of a planned water shutdown in the listed areas to allow for essential connection works as part of the Water Mains and Connections Renewal Project.
Severe weather effects - 4/5 June
The Whakatāne District experienced widespread effects to a period of intense rain and strong winds.
Planned Whakatāne water shutdown – Tuesday 3rd June, 2025
We will be carrying out essential connection works as part of the Water Mains and Connections Renewal Project.
Wastewater seepage - Central Whakatāne
Due to significant rainfall, wastewater seepage has occurred this afternoon from a manhole on Peace Street.
Tropical Cyclone Tam - Weather Warning
Tropical Cyclone Tam has officially arrived, bringing significant wind and rainfall to our region.
Manawa Energy Matahina Dam Road Closure - From 2 May until 6 June
Galatea Road near Te Mahoe will be closed with a detour in place from Friday, 2 May until Tuesday, 6 June. Please allow a 15+ minute delay in your travel time.
Withdrawal of Proposed Plan Change 2 (Keepa Road) to the Whakatāne District Plan
Whakatāne District Council hereby gives public notice that as of 16 April 2025 Proposed Plan Change 2 (Keepa Road) to the Whakatāne District Plan has been withdrawn and will not proceed.
Heavy Rain Warning - 4 April
The heavy rain and wind is set to continue until around 6pm this evening. We'll keep you updated throughout the day with everything you need to know.
Drive with care as you move about today and be in touch if there's something our crews need to sort on 07 306 0500, non-urgent jobs can be logged via our Fix It Portal.