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Ōpōtiki outer harbour buoys to be removed
NewsMedia ReleasesThe red and green outer buoys outside the entrance to Ōpōtiki harbour breakwaters in open sea will be removed over the coming weeks.
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First community hub for Ōpōtiki district
NewsMedia ReleasesGreat coverage in the Ōpōtiki News of the district's first Community Emergency Hub!
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Joint Statement from Eastern Bay of Plenty Mayors - LG reform
Mayoral ColumnsNewsMedia ReleasesMayors commit to constructive engagement in reform process.
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Rural and Provincial Sector Meeting success for Bay councils
NewsMedia ReleasesBay of Plenty leaders fill national LGNZ positions at Rural and Provincial meeting.
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Key outcomes from Ordinary Council meeting 18 November 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesThe informal notes on the key outcomes from the meeting on Tuesday 18 November 2025.
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Te Kaha drinking water upgrade underway
NewsMedia ReleasesWork to improve the quality and resilience of Te Kaha water supply gets underway.
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Key outcomes from the Extra Ordinary Council meeting 5 November 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesInformal summary of the key outcomes from the Extra Ordinary Council meeting.
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Water Services Delivery Plan accepted
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil's WSDP has been accepted and work will now begin on implementation.
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Congratulations to our new council
NewsMedia ReleasesThe new council members were welcomed at a pōhiri at the Ōpōtiki RSA and sworn in at the inaugural meeting in Council Chambers on Tuesday.
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How Ōpōtiki voted in Election 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesRead about the final results, voter turnout and the pōhiri and inaugural meeting next week.
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Flood resilience funding boost for Bay of Plenty
NewsHon Shane Jones Minister for Regional Development announces funding which includes the Ōpōtiki township stopbank.
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Rating revaluations in the post for Ōpōtiki homeowners
NewsMedia ReleasesLetters are starting to arrive for Ōpōtiki homeowners with three-yearly revised valuations.
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Ōpōtiki Meet and Greet the candidates - Wednesday 8 October
NewsFinal chance to meet Ōpōtiki candidates this week before voting closes on Saturday.
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Ōpōtiki election returns buck national trend
NewsMedia ReleasesA good start to Ōpōtiki voter turnout statistics.
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Key outcomes from Ordinary Council meeting 16 September 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesInformal notes on the key outcomes and discussions in the meeting.
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Missing Ōpōtiki Māori Ward candidate profiles
NewsIf you've received your local election voting papers, you will have noticed a significant error - the candidate profile statements for our Ōpōtiki Māori Ward candidates have not been included.
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Keep an eye out for voting packs in Ōpōtiki
NewsMedia ReleasesVoting packs are starting to arrive in Ōpōtiki mailboxes!
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Key outcomes from the Extra Ordinary Council meeting 20 August 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesA summary of key discussions and decisions from the recent EO meeting.
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Flags to be lowered to half mast at council office
NewsMedia ReleasesFlags lowered to half mast to recognise the passing of Josie Riesterer.
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Making sure buildings in the Ōpōtiki district are safe for users
NewsMedia ReleasesHave your say on the Dangerous, Affected, and Insanitary Building Policy.