News

NZTA renewal accrual in the Waikato this summer

Central Government increases parking infringement fees

Update on current and upcoming South Waikato roadworks

Blue Spring / Te Waihou Walkway to open ahead of summer

Work to build a new track at the Leslie Road end of the Blue Spring / Te Waihou Walkway will begin soon. Council has awarded the tender for the project to Keir Landscaping and Structures.

Update from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi on roadworks

A plan that achieves balance for the South Waikato

The newly-adopted South Waikato District Council Long Term Plan 2024-2034 achieves a difficult balance.

Changes to Council building opening hours

​From Monday, 16 September there will be changes to some of Council's customer service hours and therefore the hours in which the public entries to buildings are open.

South Waikato's 2024-2034 Long Term Plan adopted

Mayoral statement: Tīrau Cemetery

Statement from South Waikato District Mayor Gary Petley

Delay with 2024-25 rates notices for instalment 1

​Council’s Long Term Plan is set to be adopted later than usual due to 3 Waters reform brought about by the change in Central Government. This has delayed the 2024-25 rates instalment notices.

2024-2025 fees and charges adopted by Council

​On Wednesday, July 31 the South Waikato District Council adopted new fees and charges for 2024-2025, which will become effective from Thursday, August 1, 2024.

Stanley Park Reserve Next Steps

Council moves a step closer to much-needed housing in Tokoroa

Leith Place Soffit Installation Begins Monday 5 September

The installation of the Leith Place soffit is set to begin on Monday 5 September. The 112 square-meter project was included as a walkway design as part of the Leith Place upgrade.