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Staff closely monitoring wastewater overflow pond site
NewsInspections this morning have shown installation of bund was successful and overflow is controlled.
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Dredge breaks free from moorings during very heavy river flows
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesA large dredge barge working on the new harbour at Ōpōtiki broke free from its moorings during very heavy river flows Tuesday afternoon.
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200ml of rainfall hits Ōpōtiki in 24 hours
NewsMedia ReleasesStaff and contractors working round the clock as more than 200 ml of rain in the last 24 hours has resulted in high water levels and pooling water in parts of Ōpōtiki township.
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Heavy rain event updates
NewsCheck in here for any status updates on our rivers, roading and services.
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A significant milestone for Ōpōtiki
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesThe Ōpōtiki harbour channel opened to recreational boats over the weekend, marking a significant milestone that has been decades in the making.
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Funding boost available for local art projects
NewsMedia ReleasesFirst funding round for 2023-24 for creative projects opens with extra funding available for festivals.
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Ōpōtiki Harbour Channel Update
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesThe Ōpōtiki Harbour channel will open to the public on Friday 15 September at 12pm, weather dependent.
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Harbour-Wharf Masterplan – signed, sealed, now to deliver!
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesThe revised Ōpōtiki Harbour-Wharf Masterplan was adopted by Council at their Tuesday meeting.
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Notice of resolution on Electoral System and right to demand a poll
NewsŌpōtiki District Council has resolved to retain the First Past the Post electoral system for its 2025 triennial general election - Electors have a right to demand a poll to countermand the resolution.
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Warm weather reminder: keep all vehicles off the dunes
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki District Council and Bay of Plenty Regional Council would like to remind people to keep all vehicles off the dunes, to avoid causing damage to the coastal nesting areas in and around Ōpōtiki.
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Pākihikura (Ōpōtiki) Harbour Project is underway
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesThe Pākihikura (Ōpōtiki) Harbour Project has begun with help from local tamariki
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New tenants on Church Street
NewsMedia ReleasesEastbay REAP move in to 101A Church Street as they continue to grow and offer further services to the community.
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Updated Harbour-Wharf Masterplan going to Council for endorsement
NewsFollowing consultation in July an updated concept has been prepared. There is a last opportunity to provide feedback before it goes to the 12 September Council meeting for endorsement.
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Improving amenity at Waihau Bay
NewsMedia ReleasesCome along to Waihau Bay Fishing Club this Friday to find out more about the Waihau Bay Masterplan.
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Ōpōtiki Harbour remains closed to boat traffic
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesBay of Plenty Harbourmaster, Jon Jon Peters, has extended the closure of the river to 11 September to allow the works to continue.
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Work begins on Ōpōtiki’s Long Term Plan
NewsMedia ReleasesEveryone is welcome to come and have a korero this Friday or Saturday to help shape the earliest stages of Opotiki District Council's long-term plan.
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Water flows between Ōpōtiki seawalls for the first time
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesFollowing a dawn blessing on Monday, the harbour team lowered the final strip of sand through a tide change, allowing the water to flow between the seawalls for the first time.
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Matariki events continue to shine in Ōpōtiki
NewsMedia ReleasesJust over halfway through an incredible calendar of Matariki events! Make sure you check the calendar and get along to the last few events this week!
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Pakihikura to close from Monday
Harbour ProjectNewsMedia ReleasesThe slow process of opening a new channel between the seawalls will begin early next week with the river closed to boat traffic from Monday. There will be a small dawn blessing to mark the start.
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Blessing for new build - new tenants moving in!
NewsOn Tuesday last week, there was a small dawn blessing at the new commercial building on Church Street - the Laneway (Lots 9 and 10). The Banking Hub are coming to Opotiki!
