Public Notices
Public notice - Whakatāne River Dredging
Whakatāne District Council will be undertaking maintenance dredging of the Whakatāne River in the vicinity of Otuawhaki Wharf.
Wastewater overflow Orini Canal
Please avoid swimming or gathering kaimoana from the awa - from the skate park to the Whakatāne Heads - until we let you know water quality results confirm it's safe.
Wastewater overflow: Wairere Stream
The stream is back to its normal, and our team will be removing the signs later this week. Thanks for your patience.
Water supply interruption for Whakatāne west
An emergency water supply interruption in Whakatāne west on Wednesday, 28 August, is happening to allow for the repair of a watermain under the Whakatāne Bridge.
Public notice of application concerning resource consent under section 95a Resource Management Act 1991
Whakatāne District Council has received the following resource consent application: 5.5ha Extension Of Existing Vermicomposting Operation
Declaration of Result Whakatāne District Council Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiōhau Subdivision)
A declaration of the results of the by-election held on Wednesday 5 June 2024.
Availability of summary of submissions on Proposed Plan Change 8 (Huna Road) and opportunity for further submissions
Whakatāne District Council has prepared a summary of decisions requested in submissions (summary of submissions) on Proposed Plan Change 8 (Huna Road).
Heavy Rain Warning + Severe Thunderstorm Watch - 12 April 2024
A Heavy Rain Warning and Severe Thunderstorm Watch are in place today (Friday, 12 April).
Notice of By-Election Whakatāne District Council Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiōhau Subdivision)
As a result of the resignation of a member, an extraordinary vacancy has occurred in the Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiōhau Subdivision) of Whakatāne District Council.
Under section 120 of the Local Electoral Act 2001, notice is given that on Wednesday 5 June 2024, a by-election will be held under the first past the post electoral system by postal vote for one member
of the Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiōhau Subdivision).
Public Notice - Wastewater outfall pipeline testing
Whakatāne District Council advises that dye testing of the treated wastewater ocean outfall pipeline offshore from Ohuirehe Road will take place on Thursday, 1 February between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. The testing will be conducted with contrast dye and drone inspection in accordance with the provisions of the Regional Natural Resources Plan (Rule DW R2).
Changes coming to Kōpeopeo Service Lane
Kōpeopeo Service Lane (between James Street and Kōpe Super Liquor), is currently undergoing significant upgrades and layout changes.
Declaration of Result Whakatāne District Council Murupara Community Board (Murupara Subdivision)
As there were only two candidates for two vacancies, Memory EDMONDS and Sheena Diana JONES are declared duly elected to the Murupara Community Board (Murupara Subdivision).
Notice of Council Resolution on Electoral System and Right to Demand a Poll
Notice is given under section 28 of the Local Electoral Act 2001, that the Whakatāne District Council has resolved to retain the First Past the Post electoral system for its 2025 triennial general election.
Parking Restrictions Amended
Whakatāne District Council maintains a register of all parking restrictions, prohibitions, and limitations.
Whakatāne District Council sends feedback on Government’s latest Water Services bills
Whakatāne District Council formally submitted responses to Central Government’s Water Services Legislation Bill and Water Services Economic Efficiency and Consumer Protection Bill introduced to Parliament in December 2022.
Summary of submissions on Proposed Plan change Plan Change 6 (Audible Bird Scaring Devices) and opportunity for further submissions
Whakatāne District Council has prepared a summary of decisions requested in submissions (summary of submissions) on Proposed Plan Change 6 (Audible Bird Scaring Devices).
Notice of By-Elections Whakatāne District Council Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiohau Subdivision) Tāneatua Community Board
Notice is given under section 65 of the Local Electoral Act 2001, that the following persons have been duly nominated.
Notice of By-Elections: Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiohau Subdivision) and Tāneatua Community Board
As a result of insufficient candidates at the 2022 triennial elections, extraordinary vacancies have occurred in the Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiohau Subdivision) and the Tāneatua Community Board.
Precautionary reminder for Whakatāne and Ōhope residents living or working close to escarpments
Catchments are currently saturated following heavy rain, and with more in the forecast we are asking you to be alert for any signs of instability near cliffs and steep slopes (escarpments). This includes movements of trees or the slope, cracks in the earth, ground slumpage, or dislodged boulders suspended in vegetation on the escarpment face.
Council recommends keeping a close eye on escarpments nearby and following the below precautions: