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  • Delays on Toe Toe Road Bridge and Moawhango Road Bridge

    October 03, 2018

    Please be advised that on 8 and 9 October 2018 we will be conducting Bridge Inspections on the Toe Toe Bridge and Moawhango Bridge, Te Moehou Road.

  • Consultation - Liquor Control in a Public Place Bylaw 2018

    October 01, 2018

    The main aspect of the Liquor Control in a Public Place Bylaw 2018 is that it restricts the consumption of alcohol in public places – through ‘liquor ban’ areas.

  • TRYB Photo Competition

    September 26, 2018

    TRYB, council’s youth brand, is running a photo competition. Capture a snap with the theme ‘Positive Youth Life’. Entry is free with a maximum of 10 entries per person.

  • Residents Survey 2018

    September 12, 2018

    Council is very grateful to those people who took the time to respond. The Residents’ Survey serves as a report card for Council provided services and facilities, customer satisfaction and communication. Staff will use the overall results and specific comments to identify areas for improvement. It is another opportunity to ensure the best possible Council services and facilities for people in the Rangitikei District .​

  • Weather Event 5-6 September 2018

    September 06, 2018

    A number of roads in the north of the Rangitikei District have been affected by the recent weather event, there are a large number of slips so please drive with caution.

  • Speed Limit Bylaw Amendment for Dixon Way

    August 14, 2018

    This Bylaw will come into force from 25 August 2018. The amendment reduces the speed limit from 100km/h to 50km/h.

  • Community Initiatives Fund Round 2 – Opens 13 August 2018

    August 13, 2018

    This fund is open to all initiatives and opportunities which have potential to benefit the District’s communities.

  • Marton Water Quality Improvements

    August 06, 2018

    Significant changes have been made to improve the water quality in Marton.

  • Consultation - Representation Review Initial Proposal 2018

    August 02, 2018

    Council is proposing a change to how its councillors are elected for the 2019 review and want to know your views

  • Rangitikei Environment Newsletter

    July 30, 2018

    The Treasured Natural Environment Group would like to share the fantastic environmental projects occurring throughout the Rangitikei District through a quarterly newsletter

  • June 2018 Committee Meetings Updates

    April 26, 2018

    The following update summarizes June 2018 Community Committee Meetings for Turakina and Hunterville

  • Proposed Dixon Way Speed Limit Change

    April 19, 2018

    Council is proposing to change the speed limit from 100km/h to 50km/h along Dixon Way and the short sections of Otaihape Valley Road and Mangaone Valley Roads which link Dixon Way with SH1

  • Representation Review – Pre-Consultation - Closed

    April 17, 2018

    Council is required to review its representation at least once every six years. It is an important process for ensuring electoral arrangements are fair and democratic. It is the community’s chance to have a say on representation – i.e. the number of elected members, how they are elected (wards or at large), and for community boards.

  • Anzac Day Parades – Road Closures and Opening Hours

    April 17, 2018

    The following list of Roads, Libraries and Waste Transfer Stations will be closed on Anzac Day - Wednesday 25 April 2018, normal hours will resume on Thursday 26 April 2018.

  • Rangitikei’s Plan for the District is Unfolded

    April 12, 2018

    ​Rangitikei District Council recently released its consultation document “Unfolding the Plan” . This Plan outlines the important issues Council faces over the next 10 years, where rates are being spent and gives our community the opportunity to tell us what you would like Council to do.

  • Consultation

    April 04, 2018

    Council is currently consulting on the following documents during the same time as the Long Term Plan: Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan, Draft Significance and Engagement Policy, Draft Rates Remission on Maori Freehold Land Policy, Draft Revenue and Financing Policy, Proposed Schedule of Fees and Charges 2018/19, Draft Policy on Development Contributions.

  • 2018-2028 Long Term Plan Public Consultation Meetings

    March 29, 2018

    Rangitikei District Council invites members of the public and community to participate in the 2018-2028 Long Term Plan consultation meetings

  • Bulls Water Safe to Drink

    March 27, 2018

    Rangitikei District Council is pleased test results showing PFAS levels in Bulls’ water supply are well below the national Drinking Water Guidelines and that the town’s water remains safe to drink.

  • Funding Rounds Open

    February 20, 2018

    Applications for financial assistance are now being called for: Creative Community Scheme Sport New Zealand Rural Travel FundApplications close Thursday 29 March 2018.

  • Changes to Parking Restrictions – Marton and Bulls

    February 13, 2018

    In late 2017, Council adopted the Traffic and Parking Bylaw (2017). The parking related provisions came into force on 6 November 2017, with current parking restrictions becoming applicable from this date.

  • Drinking Fountains Installed throughout Rangitikei

    December 14, 2017

    Rangitikei District Council is one of three councils in the region to successfully extend the water-only schools’ initiative beyond the school gates and into the community.

  • Commercial Section for Sale – Bulls

    December 12, 2017

    Rangitikei District Council (RDC) seeks Expressions of Interest for the purchase of vacant land situated in the Commercial Zone at Criterion Street Bulls. The land is located to the rear of the Bulls Medical Centre. Re-survey is under action to confirm boundaries, a separate title will be obtained for settlement of the sale and purchase.

  • Bulls Residents Water Restrictions Lifted

    December 11, 2017

    Update 8.45am, Tuesday, 12 December - Final Update on Bulls Burst Water Main -​​The levels at the reservoir recovered well overnight so all water restrictions are now lifted. Thanks again for your co-operation.​

  • Earthquake-Prone Buildings

    December 05, 2017

    The system for identifying and managing earthquake-prone buildings changed on 1 July 2017. Under the new system Council was required to consult with the community on areas where the strengthening of earthquake-prone buildings should occur faster (in half the time) due to their location in areas where there are high numbers of people or traffic – ‘priority areas’.

  • Adoption of Section 16 Use of Heavy Vehicles – Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017

    December 05, 2017

    ​The Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2017 was created to address persistent roading and traffic related issues. Section 16 relates to the use of heavy vehicles and is ensure the roading network is protected from damage caused by heavy vehicles which puts other road users at risk.