News
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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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Mayoral column June 2022
Mayoral ColumnsThere's a lot for the community to think about coming up to the local government elections 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.
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Mobility advocate petitions council to improve accessibility
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil Chief Executive, Aileen Lawrie, says issues raised were vital to making sure the district was safe and inclusive and there was change well-underway.
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Ki o Rahi (Māori traditional sport) for everyone
NewsMedia ReleasesThis Matariki, Ōpōtiki is hosting 11 days of events and activities for the whole family. And one of the gems in the crown is the Ki o Rahi Whānau Fun Day at Memorial Park on Thursday 23 June
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Ōpōtiki Matariki concert to shine with incredible stars
NewsMedia ReleasesAs we celebrate the first national holiday for Matariki, Ōpōtiki will host 11 days of events and activities for the whole family. The jewel in the crown will be a final concert and fireworks display.
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Council releases Annual Plan for public feedback
NewsMedia ReleasesCouncil has released an information document on the 2022-23 Annual Plan and is inviting public feedback. Included are expected changes in rates and some of the key projects for the coming year.
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Ōpōtiki District Council farewells Library Manager
NewsMedia ReleasesŌpōtiki District Council will be saying a very sad farewell to long-serving library manager, Jo Hunt later this month after a “whirlwind” eight years in the role.
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Council continues to seek long-term housing solutions for Ōpōtiki
NewsMedia ReleasesIn May Council was advised that their application to Kāinga Ora’s Infrastructure Acceleration Fund had been unsuccessful but Hukutaia remains a longer-term aspiration.
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Leadership change at Ōpōtiki District Council
NewsMedia ReleasesChief Executive Aileen Lawrie will be leaving the role in July to take take up a new opportunity as Thames-Coromandel District Council Chief Executive.
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Mayoral Column May 2022
Mayoral ColumnsNewsThis time Mayor Lyn shines a light on a few of the interesting roles that councillors in Ōpōtiki have.