News
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Voting opens in 2022 local elections
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki voters will be able to cast their votes in the 2022 local council elections from Friday 16 September.
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Māori Wards for Ōpōtiki District?
NewsMedia ReleasesThis year, when you get your voting papers for local government elections you will also be asked a question in a non-binding poll about whether Ōpōtiki District Council should establish Māori wards.
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132 lives saved!
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Ōpōtiki community gave up their time (and blood) last week for the Ōpōtiki Our Way blood drive with the NZ Blood service crew rushed off their feet as donors kept them busy all day.
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Pakihikura to be closed to all river traffic
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesDecision made to close the river to boat traffic during the work week, re-opening each weekend to ensure ensure safety of workers and boaties.
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Eastern Bay Mayors present to select committee on Three Waters
NewsMedia ReleasesEarlier this week, Ōpōtiki Mayor, Lyn Riesterer, joined mayors from around Aotearoa to present to the Finance and Expenditure committee.
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Expressions of Interest - Lease of Commercial Property
NewsMedia ReleasesExpression of interest are sought for the lease of a commercial property at 101A Church Street
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Notice of Day of Election - 2022 Elections of Ōpōtiki District Council
NewsMedia ReleasesSummary of the nominations and voting details
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Ōpōtiki rugby grandstand stairs removed
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki District Council has removed the stairs leading to the Ōpōtiki rugby grandstand in the Princess Street Reserve.
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Update on the Richard Street works
NewsMedia ReleasesRichard and Church Street intersection sealed in the past week and Council GM Engineering and Services thanks residents, businesses, and the rest of the community for their patience as works continue.
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More public housing on the way for Ōpōtiki
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil selling parcel of land on corner of Wellington and Union Streets to Kāinga Ora reiterates organisations’ are committed to increasing the supply of housing for whānau most in need of a home.
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Tough questions facing new council
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki District Council’s pre-election report is available now and highlights the big projects and key challenges for the district and supports our local democratic processes.
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Council and local iwi voice opposition to Three Waters’ bill
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil provides feedback to Select Committee on Water Services Entities Bill, with support from Whakatōhea, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui and Ngai Tai, voicing opposition on behalf of the Ōpōtiki community.
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Ōpōtiki District Council shines at LGNZ awards
NewsMedia ReleasesThe cooperative work of Ōpōtiki District Council and the community-led response to COVID-19 was recognised at the 2022 LGNZ EXCELLENCE Awards last week.
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SH35 road closure
NewsMedia ReleasesTemporary single lane track to open - view details of days/hours of operation in our latest update.
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Pier pressure from primary school students
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki Primary School students got hands-on with local democracy this week, preparing feedback and presenting to Ōpōtiki District Council on Monday 4 July 2022.
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Public can “finally” have say on Three Waters reforms
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki Mayor, Lyn Riesterer, encourages everyone to get involved and make sure they have their voice heard.
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Ōpōtiki Matariki celebrations an “overwhelming success”
NewsMedia ReleasesThis year, Ōpōtiki District Council’s events team pulled out all the stops, partnering with more than a dozen community organisations to host 11 days of celebrations for Matariki.
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Council adopts 2022-23 Annual Plan
NewsMedia ReleasesA council’s annual plan sets out the budget for each financial year and outlines how the council will fund projects, activities and services.
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Council appoints interim Chief Executive
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki District Council has appointed Miles McConway as the interim Chief Executive while recruiting to fill the role permanently later this year.
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Big prizes up for grabs at Matariki skate extravaganza
NewsMedia ReleasesThere is a Matariki Skate Park Party and Competition this coming Sunday with awesome prizes and activities for all ages.
