New to the Whakatāne District? Welcome, this page has all the info you'll need to get started.
What we do
Services
Whakatāne District Council provides a wide range of services to its residents and ratepayers. In this section, you will find information on these services.
Rubbish and Waste Collection
Find out when rubbish, recycling and greenwaste is collected at your address.
Find more information about rubbish and recycling in the District.
Rates
We are committed to maintaining a strong financial position for the District. We’re working hard to deliver the best quality facilities and services while also maintaining our commitment to keep rates down through prudent financial management.
Animal Control
Animal Control is responsible for ensuring that animals are looked after in a humane manner and are not menacing or a nuisance to the public.
Who we are
Mayor and Councillors
The Mayor and 10 councillors constitute the governing body of Whakatāne District.
Community Boards
Whakatāne District Council has four community boards.
Things to do in the District
Whakatāne Aquatic Centre
The Whakatāne Aquatic and Fitness Centre includes two spa pools, a hydroslide, a 25 metre indoor pool, a 33 metre outdoor pool (open during summer), gymnasium, a learners' pool and a ‘beach’ pool.
Libraries
Whakatāne District Council has three community libraries in Murupara, Edgecumbe and Ōhope, and the Horizon Energy Group Library Whakatāne located in the Esplanade Mall, Kakahoroa Drive, Whakatāne.
Te Kōputu a te whanga a Toi — Whakatāne Museum and Exhibition Centre
Take a voyage of discovery into our museum collection. Search our catalogue, and use the advanced search to find specific objects in the collection. You can also find out about our latest exhibitions and events.
District activities and attractions
Live volcanoes, native forests, white sand beaches, tasty fish, friendly people... Whakatāne has everything under the sun.
Events
Whakatāne puts on a wide range of events, including some of New Zealand's biggest fishing tournaments and multisport events and the Summer Arts and BirdsaPlenty festivals.
More information about living in Whakatāne
Find out about living in the Whakatāne District, including information on community services, finding a home, and more.
Contact us
For general feedback or enquiries to the District Council, please email info@whakatane.govt.nz, call us at 07 306 0500, or follow us on Facebook.