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Today's TRAK hui has been cancelled.
December 12, 2023
Today's TRAK hui has been cancelled.
Taihape Memorial Park Grandstand Update - December 2023
December 11, 2023
See what's been happening on this project with the latest update!
SH1 interim repair work at Utiku
December 11, 2023
Over summer Waka Kotahi - NZ Transport Agency will be carrying out work to restore the section of SH1 at Utiku to its normal operating condition.
Objecting to a Rating Valuation
December 07, 2023
You have until Friday 22 December to object to the latest QV Rating Valuation for your property.
Resignation of Southern Ward Cr Jarrod Calkin
December 07, 2023
Rangitikei District Council would like to advise that Cr Jarrod Calkin has resigned from Council as the Southern Ward Councillor.
Santoft Domain Management Committee Meeting
December 05, 2023
Santoft Domain Management Committee meeting next Thursday, 14th December at 6.30pm in the Ohakea Room at Te Matapihi.
Ingle Walkway Update - 5 December
December 05, 2023
Following the floods back in May, Council has been working to restore the track for users. However, continued wet weather has hampered progress.
Rangitikei District Council Chief Executive Appointed
December 01, 2023
Mr Kevin Ross was appointed to the Chief Executive role by Council.
Make your rates payments Easy As!
December 01, 2023
Making your rates payments via direct debit is an easy way to keep on top of your bill, and receiving your rates invoice by email is much more environmentally friendly!
Finance and Performance Committee meeting - 14 December 2023
November 30, 2023
Meeting cancelled.
Logging a Request for Service with us
November 29, 2023
"Do you have an RFS number?" is something you might have heard from us before, especially if you've contacted us via our call centre, or via Messenger.
Why does Marton water taste and smell the way it does?
November 29, 2023
The water in Marton sometimes has muddy taste and smell, and people often associate that with the water having dirt in it. But, the reason for the taste is actually geosmin.
Notice of Meetings December 2023
November 24, 2023
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings for December 2023.
Update on Marton Harvest Festival
November 21, 2023
Over the past 24 hours, Rangitīkei District Council has received a significant amount of feedback on the recent rebranding of the Marton Harvest Festival to the Marton Harvest Tastetival.
Taihape Town Hall and Civic Centre update - 20 November
November 20, 2023
Our projects team are finalising the project work plan for the Taihape Town Hall and Civic Centre redevelopment, which will be presented to Council at its meeting on Thursday, 30 November.
Taihape - Papakai Wastewater project update
November 16, 2023
Since 2020, Council has been investing in upgrades to the pump station.
Building and Resource Consents over the 2023/24 holidays
November 13, 2023
Acceptance and processing times...
Creative Communities meeting today
November 01, 2023
Today's Creative Communities meeting at 3.00 pm is being held via TEAMs instead of at Taihape Kokako Street Pavilion.
Air vent testing - Marton Library
October 31, 2023
From 10:00am until 1:00pm on Thursday, 2 November, we will have contractors on site at Marton Library doing air vent testing.
Contract for Otara Bridge strengthening work awarded
October 30, 2023
The contract for the strengthening work to the Otara Bridge has now been awarded to Riverside Construction Ltd.
Santoft Domain Management Committee Meeting
October 30, 2023
Santoft Domain Management Committee meeting for Wednesday 15/11/2023 at 6.30pm at Te Matapihi in the Hall.
Key facts about pest control in Mangaweka Reserves 2023/24
October 26, 2023
The Department of Conservation’s Palmerston North office plans to reduce rat and possum numbers to protect biodiversity values in Mangaweka Reserves.
Advanced driver training for RDC staff
October 25, 2023
On Monday, 6 November, staff from Rangitīkei District Council will be taking part in Tracktime Driving Academy’s Advanced Driver Training Program at Manfeild, Feilding.
Horizons invites communities to freshwater targets roadshow
October 24, 2023
Horizons Regional Council is set to host meetings across the region to inform both rural and urban communities about a key part of the freshwater reform process.
SH3 Duddings Lake Maintenance
October 24, 2023
Plan ahead for a SOUTHBOUND CLOSURE between the intersections of Makirikiri Rd and Pukepapa Rd, from Tuesday 24 October to Monday 11 December, 6am-6pm each day, excluding Sundays.
Marton Water Strategy Update
October 23, 2023
It’s been a while since you’ve heard from us about what’s happening to improve the Marton water supply, but that doesn’t mean that work hasn’t been happening.
Notice of Extraordinary Meeting - 30 October 2023
October 20, 2023
Notice is hereby given of the above meeting.
Notice of Meetings - November 2023
October 20, 2023
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings for November 2023.
Battery Heaven - recycle drop offs.
October 19, 2023
Recycle your batteries for free at our waste transfer stations and libraries.
Rates are due now!
October 19, 2023
The second instalment of rates notices are due on Monday 20 November 2023.
Situation Vacant - Parks Officer
October 18, 2023
We are looking for a Parks Officer who can build meaningful relationships with our community, contractors and staff. An innovative thinker, and outside the box problem solver! Someone who loves variety in their day.
Slip's reducing some of the District Roads to single lane access
October 18, 2023
There's be a few slips in the district following the rain yesterday, which means there are some roads down to single lane access. Kawhatau Valley RoadPohonui Road,Ongo RoadToitoi Ro
Bulls Water Treatment Plant - Maintenance Shutdown
October 18, 2023
On Tuesday, 31 October the Bulls Water Treatment Plant will be shutting down for around 8-10 hours to perform some necessary upgrades.
Tiriraukawa Road closed
October 17, 2023
Tiriraukawa Road is closed until approximately 1700hrs due to a truck crash. Both traffic Lanes are blocked.Road Closure signage has been erected at Mataroa and Watershed Road. The crash is in
Taihape Town Hall/Civic Centre Update
October 17, 2023
If you missed out on the workshop held earlier this month, find out more about where we're at with this project!
Labour Day Hours
October 16, 2023
Labour Day will be observed on Monday, 23 October, which means there will be some closures to Council facilities.
Taihape - Napier Road - NOW OPEN - Update
October 10, 2023
Work will still continue to get two lanes operating, hopefully by the end of the week. Following a recent inspection of Kuripapango Bridge by Hastings District Council contractors, a large cavity has been identified under an abutment.
General Election 2023
October 02, 2023
Find out where you can vote in the Rangitīkei District for this year's General Election.
Rangitīkei District Council concerned about roads as they decide on a new roading contract
September 28, 2023
By Finn Williams Concerns about the degradation of the road network will be top of mind for Rangitīkei District Council as it undergoes the process of signing up a new roading contractor.
Temporary Closure - King Street Dump Station, Marton
September 27, 2023
The nearest alternatives dump stations are in Taihape and Sanson.We apologise in advance for any inconvenience.
Notice of Meetings - October 2023
September 19, 2023
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings
The Hunterville Rural Water scheme meeting, scheduled for this afternoon has been cancelled.
September 18, 2023
The Hunterville Rural Water scheme meeting, scheduled for this afternoon has been cancelled. Apologies for any inconvenience this has caused.
Maintenance and Renovation Technician Vacancy
September 14, 2023
We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, hands on and has experience in the building industry!
Rangitīkei Clubs and Codes Expo!
September 13, 2023
Happening this Thursday at the Marton RSA War Memorial Hall, come and find out about what sports and recreational clubs are available here in the Rangitīkei! All welcome.