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Statement of Expectations sets direction for Central Districts Water
August 25, 2026
The owners and partners behind Central Districts Water have signed a Statement of Expectations setting out what the new water organisation will be expected to deliver for communities across Palmerston North, Horowhenua and Rangitīkei.
Notice of the right to demand a poll on the electoral system
August 24, 2026
Rangitīkei District Council electors have the right to demand a poll on the electoral system to be used at the next two triennial general elections (2028 and 2031) for Rangitīkei District Council.
Survey work planned for the Taihape West Slip
August 24, 2026
Rangitīkei District Council will shortly begin a new survey of the Taihape West Slip to help build a better understanding of the area and support future risk management planning.
Otara Bridge - temporary restrictions
August 19, 2026
On Tuesday 18 August 2026, we received reports of structural damage to Otara Bridge, located near Ohingaiti, approximately 3 km east of State Highway One.
Notice of Meetings September 2026
August 17, 2026
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings for September 2026.
Five Manawatū-Whanganui councils unite to shape the region's future
August 10, 2026
On Friday, five councils from across the Manawatū-Whanganui region committed to move forward together on a locally led regional work programme in response to the Government's Simplifying Local Government reforms.
Rangitīkei District Council keeps amalgamation options open
July 31, 2026
Rangitīkei District Council will submit a ‘letter of intent’, rather than a formal Head Start Proposal, to continue working with neighbouring councils as the Government progresses its Simplifying Local Government reforms.
Notice of Meetings August 2026
July 17, 2026
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings for August 2026.
More funding success for Marton Swim Centre
July 08, 2026
Rangitīkei District Council has successfully secured more than $260,000 in funding from Lottery Grants Board to support the refurbishment of the Marton Swim Centre.
Rangitīkei Emergency Operations Centre gets green light
July 07, 2026
Rangitīkei District Council has confirmed it will move ahead with plans to build a dedicated Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) in Marton, ensuring the district has a purpose-built facility to coordinate emergency response well into the future.
Matariki 2026
July 07, 2026
Due to Matariki on Friday, 10 July some of Council facilities and services will have alternative hours.
Takurua Rangitīkei Photo Competition
July 06, 2026
We're excited to launch Takurua Rangitīkei – Winter Through Your Lens on Monday 6 July; a photography competition celebrating the people, places and moments that make winter in our district so special.
Rangitīkei at the Table – we asked, this is what you told us.
July 06, 2026
Rangitīkei residents have made it clear they want Rangitīkei District Council involved in shaping the future of local government, with 84% of survey respondents supporting the development of a Head Start proposal to Government.
Rangitīkei District Council adopts Annual Plan 2026/27
June 29, 2026
Rangitīkei District Council has adopted its Annual Plan for 2026/27, confirming an average rates increase of 6.4% - lower than the 10.75% average increase forecast in the Long-term Plan 2024–2034.
Notice of Meetings July 2026
June 24, 2026
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings for July 2026.
Taihape water shutdown to complete renewals project
June 23, 2026
A rare whole-of-town water shutdown in Taihape is to take place on Monday 29 June, which will conclude Rangitīkei District Council’s year-long Taihape water renewals project, strengthening the town’s network resilience.
Notice of Meeting Change - June
June 02, 2026
Notice is hereby given of the following meeting change for June 2026.
King's Birthday Weekend
May 28, 2026
Council offices, Marton Library and all waste transfer stations will be closed on Monday, 1 June. Bulls and Taihape Libraries will remain open from 9:00am - 5:00pm.