News: Archive
Horizons monitoring waterways as dry conditions continue
February 18, 2025
Dry conditions across the Horizons Region caused by prolonged warm weather may result in more restrictions on how water is used.
Marton Water Update - February 2025
February 14, 2025
As many of you will have noticed, the geosmin levels in Marton's water supply have increased over the course of this week leading to taste and smell issues.
Rangitīkei Youth Council presents ANZCO Foods with certificate of appreciation
February 12, 2025
Rangitīkei Youth Councillor Ani Marie Harrison presented ANZCO Foods Rangitīkei Site Manager Brendan Poole with a certificate of appreciation.
Reduced services for Waitangi Day, Thursday 6 February
February 04, 2025
Council offices, Marton Library and all waste transfer stations will be closed. Te Matapihi in Bulls and Taihape Library will remain open from 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Collective effort to help remove invasive weed from Tutaenui Reservoir
January 28, 2025
Rangitīkei District Council, Horizons Regional Council and Tutaenui Stream Restoration Society are collectively work on a solution to control the spread of Tradescantia at the Tutaenui Reservoir.
Free school uniform alteration service available from Rangitīkei District Community Hubs
January 24, 2025
Rangitīkei District Community Hubs in partnership with Marton Uniform Exchange are now providing a free uniform alteration service to parents of schoolchildren.
Notice of Meetings - February 2025
January 23, 2025
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings for February 2025. UPDATED
New Rangitīkei District Council Chief Executive Appointed
January 23, 2025
Rangitīkei District Council is pleased to appoint Carol Gordon as Chief Executive for a three-year term.
Help Save Water - January 2025
January 22, 2025
While our water levels are not critically low, we're asking everyone to make small changes to help save water!
Rangitīkei District Council is reviewing Gambling Policies
January 21, 2025
Rangitīkei District Council is consulting on the Draft Gambling Venue (Class 4) Policy and TAB Venue Policy. Both of these policies are required under central government legislation and must be reviewed every three years.
Next stage of Taihape watermain renewal to commence
January 10, 2025
The next stage of the Taihape watermain renewal will start on Monday 13 January. This work will replace an old section of watermain pipe with a new Polyethylene (PE) pipe.
Taihape's Les Clarke awarded King's Service Medal
January 10, 2025
Taihape Police Sergeant Leslie Clarke has been awarded the King’s Service Medal in the 2025 New Year Honours. Rangitīkei District Council extends its congratulations and gratitude to Les.
Making the District Plan easier to navigate
January 09, 2025
From today, the Rangitīkei District ePlan is available to users on our website, making information about zoning and land use more accessible and easier to navigate.
Mayor Andy Watson on the passing of Dame Tariana Turia
January 08, 2025
On behalf of Rangitīkei District Council, Mayor Andy Watson has written a message of condolence and recognition of the life and work of Dame Tariana Turia.
Free school holiday swimming available at Rangitīkei College
December 31, 2024
Marton Swim Centre contractors Community Leisure Management (CLM) will be operating the Rangitīkei College pool over the summer school holidays, providing free recreational swimming, as well as water safety and swim school classes.
Notice of Meetings - January 2025
December 19, 2024
Notice is hereby given of the following meetings for January 2025
Rangitīkei District Council acknowledges long-term benefits in partnering with neighbouring councils to deliver water services.
December 16, 2024
Rangitīkei District Council will consult with the Rangitīkei community in late February, early March 2025 on its preference to partner with neighbouring councils to deliver drinking water, wastewater and stormwater in the future.
Hautapu River Parks officially opened
December 13, 2024
Years of mahi, including planting days, earthworks, fundraising and design culminated in the official opening of the Hautapu River Parks on Wednesday, 11 December.
Marton Youth Group ‘YHQ’ grateful for New World Marton’s kai donations in 2024
December 09, 2024
#YHQ Marton has presented New World Marton with a framed photo collage and signed YHQ T-shirt as a heartfelt thank you for their incredible support throughout 2024.
Watermain renewal (Mataroa Road/SH1) - Taihape
December 03, 2024
Approximately 400 meters of steel water pipe is being replaced on Mataroa Road/State Highway 1 in Taihape between now and February 2025.
Geosmin increase in Marton water - November 2024
November 20, 2024
It's that time of year again where people are noticing changes to the water that comes through the taps. It's actually arrived a bit earlier this year, which is due to the unsettled weather we've been having.
Cooks Bar wall refurbishment
October 02, 2024
Council has decided to complete the works at the boundary wall between 297 and 305 Broadway (referred to as the Cooks wall).
Marton Water Strategy Update
October 02, 2024
It’s been a while since we’ve updated you on what’s happening with the Marton Water Strategy, but that doesn’t mean that the work has stopped.
Marton Swim Centre to be closed for 2024/25 summer season
September 27, 2024
After significant debate, council decided to keep the swim centre closed for the 2024/25 summer season.
Rangitīkei District Council shares its disappointment at the news Winstone Pulp International will be closing its doors.
September 11, 2024
Rangitīkei District Council is incredibly disappointed by the news Winstone Pulp International will be closing its central North Island mills.