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Whakatāne Museum and Arts events promise to inspire
Following a successful hue painting workshop hosted by local artist Tina Tangiweto, the Whakatāne Museum and Arts exhibitions team is thrilled to announce an additional two events in the coming weeks.
Ngāti Awa rāhui on Whakatāne river
Ngāti Awa tōhunga (spiritual leaders) and kaumātua have placed a rāhui (temporary ritual prohibition) over the Whakatāne river as a result of a drowning near the river mouth this afternoon.
A Message from the Mayor of the Whakatāne District
As difficult as this time has been for everyone, it gives me great comfort when I reflect on the strength, compassion and aroha of the people of this District.
Whakatāne ‘open for business’
Whakatāne District Council and Tourism Bay of Plenty are encouraging visitors to explore all that Whakatāne and the Bay of Plenty has to offer and support the region over the summer months.
Information about business support for Whakatāne released
More detail about the business support for affected businesses in the aftermath of the Whakaari/White Island volcanic eruption in Whakatāne has been released today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).
District valuation shows continued strong gains
Quotable Value’s three-yearly revaluation of the Whakatāne District shows strong gains for most sectors, with the capital value of residential property increasing by an average of 33 percent. This continues a trend from the 2016 revaluation.
We need to clean up our recycling act!
Yellow-lid recycling bins say a comprehensive "No" to polystyrene, greenwaste, food scraps, dirty paint buckets, broken glass, toys, polythene sheets, cling film and plastics not grade 1 or 2, like plastic bags...
Ngāti Awa Rāhui Update
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa advises the rāhui (temporary ritual prohibition) placed over the Ngāti Awa customary coastal marine area for fishing and gathering kaimoana (seafood) remains in place until further notice.
Please note the rāhui was lifted by Te Runanga o Ngāti Awa on Saturday, 28 December 2019.
Nominations slow for Whakatāne District Council By-election for the Galatea-Waiohau Subdivision of the Murupara Community Board
With less than one week before nominations close for the by-election for two members of the Galatea-Waiohau Subdivision of the Murupara Community Board, candidates are proving slow to put their names forward.
Prime Minister confirms emergency support package
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced an emergency support funding package for the Whakatāne District that will help to alleviate the economic impact of the Whakaari / White Island eruption on 9 December 2019.
Bay of Plenty tourism industry rallies together following eruption on Whakaari/White Island
Bay of Plenty tourism representatives are rallying together to support the industry and those affected following the eruption on Whakaari/White Island on Monday afternoon.
Whakaari / White Island event response
Whakatāne District Mayor Judy Turner says her heart goes out to the injured, the missing and deceased, and their families and whanau.
Senseless vandalism destroys community assets
A spate of vandalism over the weekend has wreaked havoc on public conveniences and decimated established gardens in the Whakatāne District.
Popular Cans for Fines initiative returns
Whakatāne Libraries & Galleries invites the public to support their community and clear or reduce their fines at the same time.
Ōhope wastewater inspections require resident action
Essential maintenance work on the Ōhope wastewater system during the next two weeks will require residents to take action to ensure any pressurisation of sewer lines does not result in water being expelled from their toilet bowls.
Triple exhibition set to inspire
Three new exhibitions showcasing contemporary visual art will open at Te Kōputu a te whanga a Toi on Saturday 7 December, with a focus on celebrating and inspiring the creativity of local rangatahi.
Hinemoa Street median island trial
A sandbag median island is being installed on Hinemoa Street, at Wainui Te Whara, to test the feasibility of a permanent median island at the site.
Council achieves climate change certification
The Council has been certified under the world-leading Toitū carbonreduce® programme, previously known as CEMARS. Whakatāne joins the likes of Kāpiti Coast District Council, Wellington City Council and Waikato Regional Council to become one of eight New Zealand local government councils to be Toitū carbonreduce® certified.
Local Government Minister considers options for improved electoral legislation
Whakatāne District Council representatives had the opportunity to meet with Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta last week to discuss the process surrounding the Galatea-Murupara Ward tie and recount situation in the recent local elections.
Save the date for annual over-80s morning tea
Whakatāne District residents over the age of 80 are encouraged to circle Tuesday 3 December in their calendar for the annual celebratory morning tea.
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