× BOIL WATER NOTICE - TUAI As a precaution, all your water should be boiled before use until further notice. This affects the Tuai water scheme. We are testing the water regularly and will provide further updates on Facebook and our website.
× BOIL WATER NOTICE - MAHANGA As a precaution, all your water should be boiled before use until further notice. This affects the Mahanga water supply. We are testing regularly and will provide further updates on Facebook and our website.
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Strong backing for Wairoa during severe weather The Mayor praised Minister Mark Mitchell and emergency teams for swift support for Wairoa.
15 February 2026
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Online funding tool for Wairoa Council has launched a new tool to help Wairoa find funding opportunities.
13 February 2026
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Participation invited for Māori Standing Committee Wairoa District Council is calling for nominations for the Māori Standing Committee.
13 February 2026
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Strong backing for Wairoa during severe weather The Mayor praised Minister Mark Mitchell and emergency teams for swift support for Wairoa.
15 February 2026
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Online funding tool for Wairoa Council has launched a new tool to help Wairoa find funding opportunities.
13 February 2026
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Participation invited for Māori Standing Committee Wairoa District Council is calling for nominations for the Māori Standing Committee.
13 February 2026
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Wairoa bakers rally for Aroha Tairawhiti appeal Wairoa locals step up to support their Gisborne neighbours with tantalising home-baked goods.
11 February 2026
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Granny flat consent exemption now in effect Home owners can now build a qualifying granny flat without building or resource consent.
11 February 2026
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Calls for feedback on local government overhaul Wairoa District Council is seeking community feedback...
9 February 2026
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Wairoa maps out its future with new spatial plan Wairoa District Council is developing a new planning framework...
9 February 2026
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Amazing response to Gisborne baking campaign Mayor Craig Little has been humbled by the local response to the 'Aroha Tairawhiti' baking appeal.
5 February 2026
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Work on local bridges progressing Roading connections damaged during Cyclone Gabrielle are expected to be completed this year.
5 February 2026
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Te Reinga Bridge nearing completion The new permanent Te Reinga Bridge is on track for a mid-March 2026 opening.
4 February 2026
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Support Tairawhiti: baking donations needed Mayor Craig Little is asking Wairoa to donate homemade baking to support our Tairawhiti neighbours.
4 February 2026
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Ray White Wairoa: Local office with regional vision Ray White Wairoa is investing in the district and supporting its next chapter of growth.
30 January 2026
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Wairoa Airport upgrade a lifesaver The airport extension will improve access and save lives, Mayor Little says.
28 January 2026
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Government grant sees Wairoa fly high A government-funded upgrade to the Wairoa Airport is a gamechanger, says Mayor Craig Little.
26 January 2026
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Rotary supports the Wairoa community Six 90L dehumidifiers have been donated for Wairoa's post-flood needs.
26 January 2026
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Weather warnings lifted for Wairoa Wairoa Civil Defence thanks the community for their support during the orange heavy rain warning.
22 January 2026
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Waitangi Day celebrations Waitangi Day celebrations are planned for Friday, February 6, in Wairoa.
22 January 2026
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Orange heavy rain warning is no longer active This weather warning is no longer active
21 January 2026
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Key is to be prepared Local people are urged to be prepared for the upcoming forecasted rain but please don’t panic.
20 January 2026
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Resident and ratepayer survey underway Now is your chance to share your thoughts about Wairoa District Council activities by completing the...
20 January 2026
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Upcoming work at Devil’s Elbow now postponed Overnight closures from tomorrow night at Devil’s Elbow on State Highway 2 north of Napier have no...
19 January 2026
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Major milestone reached – Wairoa flood mitigation secures formal support to proceed to construction The Wairoa Flood Mitigation project has reached a significant milestone with National Infrastructure...
23 December 2025
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Wairoa District Council Office Closures and Refuse and Recycling The Queen Street office will close midday Friday, December 19 and re-opens Wednesday, January 7, 202...
19 December 2025
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Market and parade Marine Parade was humming to the tunes of yesteryear on Saturday.
16 December 2025
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Future water services delivery plan endorsed Wairoa’s future water plans can continue to move ahead following confirmation that a Department of...
15 December 2025
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GREAT BUSINESS GREAT PEOPLE - RANGI.AHUA LTD Aoterangi Cotter is expanding his creative practice with a range of toi Māori artwork across multip...
12 December 2025
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A glimpse of Wairoa’s planned flood spillway A glimpse of Wairoa’s planned flood spillway
12 December 2025
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Waterdrive Bridge The Waterdrive Bridge on Erepeti Road has been reduced to light vehicles only and a speed restrictio...
10 December 2025
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Celebrating a milestone with the lifting of the Te Reinga Bridge. Celebrating a milestone with the lifting of the Te Reinga Bridge.
9 December 2025
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Fence first – fun follows: Keep kids safe around pools this summer If you are thinking of taking the dive and buying a pool, please have a chat with Council first to e...
8 December 2025
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Building momentum: progress continues for Wairoa flood mitigation The Wairoa Flood Mitigation project continues to move forward, with several important milestones rec...
5 December 2025
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Priority give way on the way for temporary bridge at Waikare Gorge The temporary Acrow bridge on State Highway 2 (SH2) at Pūtōrino will switch to a priority give-way...
3 December 2025
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Putting the dazzle back in Marine Parade Council, WYAT and local businesses will join forces to banish cobwebs and grime from our main street...
2 December 2025
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Māhanga Faces Summer Water Limits Māhanga residents are being asked to limit non-potable water use this summer.
1 December 2025
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Changes to Te Reinga Road Closure The temporary Te Reinga Bridge will now be open this Saturday and Sunday - both day and night.
28 November 2025
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Te Reinga Bridge lift Connectivity came a step closer today with the lifting of the Te Reinga Bridge onto its permanent si...
27 November 2025
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Devil in the detail Wairoa Mayor Craig Little says the devil will be in the detail regarding the government’s proposal...
27 November 2025
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Council’s Christmas commemorations The Wairoa Christmas Parade and Market are tuning up for a spectacular ‘Music Through the Decades...
26 November 2025
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Mayor elected to National Council Wairoa Mayor Craig Little has been re-elected to the Local Government New Zealand National Council.
26 November 2025
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Meet your CCTO: QRS introduces itself to new Wairoa District Council Leaders from Quality Roading and Services (QRS) took the opportunity to introduce themselves and the...
25 November 2025
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Tuai community hui to address water safety and local assets A key item for discussion is safe and healthy drinking water which is the driver behind chlorination...
25 November 2025
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Caution urged on local roads during construction season Council is reminding motorists to take extra care on our roads as the district enters the peak of it...
25 November 2025
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Te Reinga Bridge lift: road closures ahead The road around the bridge will be closed during the day for approximately the next fortnight.
21 November 2025
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Te Reinga Bridge lifting this month The new Te Reinga Bridge will be lifted into place this month marking a significant milestone in the...
18 November 2025
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Think about where you are parking your vehicle Motorists are being urged to be courteous when parking their vehicles.
18 November 2025
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Great Business Great People - Waiora A safe and supported space for whānau to work on their holistic hauora is the driver behind Waiora.
17 November 2025
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