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Wairoa votes not to participate in the Government’s Head Start pathway Wairoa District Councillors have voted not to participate further in the Government’s Head Start pathway...
21 July 2026
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Further Local Government Discussion to take place Wairoa District Councillors will consider whether to join the Simplifying Local Government Reform Head Start Pathway...
20 July 2026
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Public key in H5 bird flu reporting The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has confirmed a second positive case of H5 bird flu in New Zealand.
20 July 2026
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Wairoa votes not to participate in the Government’s Head Start pathway Wairoa District Councillors have voted not to participate further in the Government’s Head Start p...
21 July 2026
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Further Local Government Discussion to take place Wairoa District Councillors will consider whether to join the Simplifying Local Government Reform He...
20 July 2026
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Public key in H5 bird flu reporting The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has confirmed a second positive case of H5 bird flu in New...
20 July 2026
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Animal Control Reminds Dog Owners of Their Responsibilities During June and early July, Animal Control has received an increased number of reports
15 July 2026
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Immediate threat over, State of Emergency lifted River levels have subsided to normal levels and assessments on affected properties continue.
10 July 2026
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Our community comes first: Mayor speaks after overnight flooding Last night, residents in the Kopu Road and side street vicinity were evacuated.
10 July 2026
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Local State of Emergency Declared for Wairoa Wairoa Mayor Craig Little declared the State of Emergency at 11:00pm tonight.
9 July 2026
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"Evacuate now" - Controller urges as Wairoa River levels rise Flood modelling undertaken throughout the day indicates river levels are rising fast.
9 July 2026
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Community shapes next chapter for Wairoa's river mouth as North Clyde floodway continues at pace
8 July 2026
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Overnight closures ahead for SH2 during essential bridge strengthening work Essential strengthening work is now underway on State Highway 2 at the Wairakaia Rail Bridge, betwee...
7 July 2026
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Council delivers low as possible rates increase Strong financial discipline sees Wairoa achieve Hawke's Bay's lowest average rates increase.
1 July 2026
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Anniversary of June Floods marked by high river levels High, and at times intense, rainfall, prompted Wairoa's Civil Defence IMT crew to be on standby.
29 June 2026
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Community backs strong local voice for Wairoa Council has been gathering feedback through public meetings, a survey, email, and social media
29 June 2026
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Mandate for Council to fight local government reform Wairoa retaining its identity and ability to make decisions locally was strong at Council’s first ...
23 June 2026
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Local feedback sought on back of lowest Hawke's Bay rates increase Central Government's drive to amalgamate councils could see the Wairoa district lose local democracy...
19 June 2026
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Slower speeds rolling out around Hawke’s Bay schools NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi will install variable speed limits outside seven local schools throu...
10 June 2026
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Hawke’s Bay councils explore reform options The regions five councils have entered into a joint MoU this week.
8 June 2026
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Great Business Great People - Eastend Cafe & Bar A local Wairoa café is receiving national attention.
29 May 2026
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SH38 slip repair work continues Work to repair five slips under the road on State Highway 38 (SH38) is progressing well...
29 May 2026
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Airport project ready for lift off Wairoa’s Airport upgrade project is ready for lift-off...
18 May 2026
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Mahia Recycling Centre completed Mahia’s new recycling centre was a hit over the busy summer season
18 May 2026
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Wairoa visit by NZ First MP NZ First List MP Andy Foster got a good feel for Wairoa during a recent visit.
11 May 2026
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Makaretu Bridge weight restrictions The Makaretu Bridge on Mangapoike Road has been placed under weight restriction traffic control...
7 May 2026
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Architectural award for Wairoa’s main street Te Wairoa e Whanake, Ahi Kōmau Gemmell’s on Parade and Wairoa Visitor Information Centre has...
7 May 2026
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Wairoa leading the way with mortuary waste separation project Wairoa District Council aims to be the first Council in New Zealand to achieve the separation of mor...
6 May 2026
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Hawke’s Bay Mayors welcome clarity on Local Government Reform The mayors of Central Hawke’s Bay, Hastings, Napier and Wairoa welcome yesterday’s Government an...
6 May 2026
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Behind the scenes ANZAC Day work Wairoa Mayor Craig Little has extended a big thank-you to all those who support...
24 April 2026
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Rebranding reflects who we are and where we are heading A rebranding and refreshed logo will give the Wairoa District Council a...
23 April 2026
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Skate bowl dreams and aspirations Getting the skinny on what Wairoa’s youth want in a new skate bowl...
23 April 2026
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Waka at Mahia Mahia’s Mokotahi Bay was a hive of activity recently...
23 April 2026
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