News: Recent

• Thirteen recognised in inaugural Community Volunteer Awards

  March 29, 2023

  Thirteen people were recognised for their outstanding contributions to the Rangitīkei district at the inaugural Community Volunteer Awards.

• Nominations for the 2023 Rangitīkei Youth Awards are open now! 

  March 24, 2023

  If you know an exceptional person between the ages of 12 and 24 who is affiliated with the Rangitīkei District, whether they currently live, work, or attend school here, or have roots in the area, nominate them today!

• Public consultation for the Proposed Annual Plan is now open

  March 23, 2023

  Public consultation for the Proposed Annual Plan is now open and we want to hear from you!

• More electric vehicles are now charge-a-Bull in Bulls!

  March 22, 2023

  A brand new EV charger is now available in Bulls behind the Te Matapihi car park.

• Communications Manager

  March 14, 2023

  We are on the lookout for a Communications Manager to lead us into the future.

• Council makes submission on Charities Amendments Bill

  March 14, 2023

  Mayor Andy Watson spoke to the Parliamentary Select Committee about the Council's submission on the Charities Amendments Bill.

• Public consultation for our Community Spatial Plan is now open!

  March 09, 2023

  Public consultation for our Community Spatial Plan, Pae Tawhiti Rangitīkei Beyond, is now open. Make your submission by 5pm, Tuesday 25 April 2023.

• Turakina School Bus Crash

  March 07, 2023

  On behalf of the Rangitīkei District Council and the wider community, we send our sincere condolences to the friends and whānau of those involved in the fatal school bus crash this afternoon on Mākirikiri Road, Turakina. Our thoughts are also with the emergency services who responded to the accident, as well as the South Mākirikiri School community.

• Nominations are now open for Creative Communities Scheme Assessors

  March 06, 2023

  Don't miss your chance to make a difference in the Rangitīkei arts community – nominations close on Friday, March 31, 2023. Apply today!

• Rangitīkei district welcomes eight new citizens at Citizenship Ceremony

  March 03, 2023

  This week we had a very special Citizenship Ceremony, as we welcomed eight new citizens from four different countries into our community including our very own staff member Karin Cruywagen and her whānau.

• Taihape Napier Road update

  March 03, 2023

  The Rangitīkei District side of Taihape Napier road is now open to Kuripapango, but closed between Kuripapango to Fernhill due to slips.

• Swimming update for the Horizons Region

  March 03, 2023

  In the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle, some swim spots were placed under a special temporary red status. This status has now been updated - for the latest information on the water quality of swim sites in our area, please visit LAWA’s website.

• Manager Animal Control

  February 23, 2023

  We are on the lookout for someone with proven leadership skills to lead, mentor and direct our established Animal Control Team. This

• Three Water Reform Update

  February 23, 2023

  Mayor Andy Watson joins the Mayor’s Consensus on Three Waters Reform.

• Applications for the Event Sponsorship Scheme close soon

  February 21, 2023

  Applications for Round 2 of the Event Sponsorship Scheme 2022/23 year closes soon on Sunday 5 March 2023.

• Unveiling ceremony held to bless previously unmarked graves of World War veterans

  February 20, 2023

  Mayor Andy Watson attended a ceremony this month to bless the previously unmarked graves of more than 30 servicemen who died while at the old Lake Alice Psychiatric Hospital. Read more about his experience here.

• Supporting those affected by Cyclone Gabrielle

  February 17, 2023

  If you would like to support some of our neighbours who’ve been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle, the best way you can do this is by providing financial support.

• Cyclone Updates

  February 17, 2023

  We are continuing to have regular meetings with our teams within Rangitīkei District Council and with Horizons Regional Council who are watching all river levels across the region. We will keep monitoring the situation and provide updates as they come to hand.

• Upcoming Library and Facility Closures

  February 15, 2023

  The Taihape Library and Te Matapihi will be experiencing temporary closures in February due to scheduled power outages by the power company. Please see article for more information on closure dates and times.

• Water Conservation Notice for Hunterville and Mangaweka

  February 14, 2023

  The water treatment plant is under significant pressure due to the increased volume of water and we are urgently asking all residents of Hunterville and Mangaweka to conserve their water use.

• Swim spots in Horizons Region placed under red alert

  February 14, 2023

  As a result of Cyclone Gabrielle, all swim spots monitored by Horizons Regional Council have been placed under red alert which means they are unsuitable for swimming.

• TRAK Meeting Postponed

  February 14, 2023

  Alternative date to be advised.

• Marton Office Closed

  February 10, 2023

  Office closed due to a power outage.

• Nominations are now closed for the Community Volunteer Awards

  February 10, 2023

  We are delighted to have received over 20 nominations for the Inaugural Community Volunteer Awards and look forward to announcing the winners in an award ceremony in March at Te Matapihi.

• Otara Suspension Bridge (Ohingaiti) Damaged

  February 09, 2023

  UPDATE: We anticipate that it will take approximately six months to complete the investigation, design and carry out the repair of the bridge.

• Water Main Burst in Bulls

  February 03, 2023

  There is a burst water main in Bulls this morning which has left some residents in Aitken Street, Pain Street, Oldfield Place and Mansell Crescent without water. Our team are working to repair the burst and restore water as soon as possible.

• Free Event - Strengthening Earthquake-Prone Buildings in Marton

  February 03, 2023

  Rangitīkei District Council is hosting a free presentation on February 24th to discuss how to future proof earthquake-prone masonry buildings in Marton.

• Kaitakawaenga – Māori Liaison Vacancy

  February 03, 2023

  We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person who is committed to fostering te ao Māori and mātauranga Māori. This is a replacement vacancy.

• Rates are due on Monday 20th February 2023

  January 30, 2023

  The third instalment of rates notices are due on Monday 20 February 2023.

• Rural Water Supplies Meetings Postponed

  January 30, 2023

  Notice to Users of our Rural Water Supplies

• Potential flooding in Turakina and Whangaehu areas

  January 28, 2023

  WEATHER WARNING: Potential flooding on the Turakina and Whangaehu rivers early Sunday 29 January morning.

• Taihape Memorial Park Grandstand Update

  January 26, 2023

  Thanks to the efforts of the Taihape Heritage Group, the Taihape Memorial Park Grandstand has been granted Category 2 heritage building status by Heritage New Zealand.

• Marton Drinking Water Update

  January 24, 2023

  It’s summer and the water consumption in Marton is high. This means that the water levels in the Marton Dams are dropping and we experience algae blooms, and, for some residents - the drinking water has changed. If you are experiencing water changes, we would like to hear from you. Please call us or fill out a Request-It form below to report any changes in your area.

• Work commencing on wastewater pump station upgrade in Taihape

  January 23, 2023

  Construction of a wastewater pump station upgrade on Papakai Road in Taihape will begin on 24th January 2023 with the project expected to be completed by the end of June 2023.

• Mangaweka Ablutions Block Update

  January 17, 2023

  A tree fell onto the new Mangaweka Ablutions Block last week during the tail end of Cyclone Hale. Tree services have since removed the felled tree and the building is open again and safe to use.

• Come and join the team that helps make this place home

  January 16, 2023

  We're looking for team players who are passionate about making Rangitīkei a place to live, work and call home.

• Te Matapihi scheduled power outage

  January 09, 2023

  Te Matapihi will be closed on Wednesday 11 January for a scheduled power outage while PowerCo undertakes some maintenance.

• Venue & Events Coordinator Vacancy

  January 09, 2023

  We are looking for someone who has drive, enthusiasm and a passion for delivering great events for our community.