Horowhenua’s positive ageing expo returns for 2026 October 6, 2026 Get ready, Horowhenua. One of the district's most popular community events is back, and 2026 is shaping up to be the biggest year yet. Age… ...
Horowhenua businesses shine at Electra Business Innovation Awards October 6, 2026 The Horowhenua business community had plenty to celebrate at the Business Kāpiti Horowhenua Electra Business & Innovation Awards, with local businesses recognised for their achievements… ...
Electrify Kapiti Expo 2026 October 1, 2026 Electrify Kapiti Expo poses the question - What if you could slash thousands off your annual power, gas and petrol bills — and help the… ...
Police advise Security-consciousness in rural areas this spring September 16, 2026 Police are reminding rural communities to be vigilant, and to not let their guards down when it comes to security. With spring being a busy… ...
SFO helping NZ businesses counter fraud and corruption September 16, 2026 The Serious Fraud Office is extending its support to New Zealand businesses wanting to build counter fraud and corruption awareness, capability and resilience, as more… ...
Warehouse Carpark Public Toilets to be removed September 15, 2026 The public toilets in the Warehouse carpark in Levin are closing permanently, with removal work starting on Thursday 17 September 2026. The toilet block has… ...
Momentum builds for Levin Town Centre transformation September 9, 2026 Levin’s town centre transformation is set for another fresh burst of energy following two significant Council decisions designed to turn long-term plans into visible progress.… ...
You might qualify for a rates rebate: Don’t miss out August 20, 2026 Before paying your first rates instalment, it's worth checking whether you could receive up to $830 through the Government's Rates Rebates Scheme. The first Horowhenua… ...
High demand for emergency ambulance services August 13, 2026 Hato Hone St John continues to experience high demand for its emergency ambulance service, with 111 call volumes yesterday just under last Monday’s record. On… ...Horowhenua Council Meetings in August 2026 (July 29, 2026) Meetings for Horowhenua Council and Committees taking place in August are listed below. Chief Executive Employment & Performance Committee Tuesday 4 August 2026, 1pm to… ...
National Recognition for Horowhenua’s Welcoming Communities (July 4, 2026) Horowhenua District Council are celebrating national recognition after the district's Welcoming Communities Te Waharoa ki ngā Hapori Programme received a Highly Commended award in the… ...
Grey Power reaffirms commitment to Universal Superannuation (June 24, 2026) Grey Power New Zealand is reaffirming its long-standing support for universal New Zealand Superannuation (NZS), followingrecent comments from Labour leader Chris Hipkins indicating openness to… ...
New Radio Show – Beyond the Boarding Pass (June 23, 2026) Kāpiti/Horowhenua’s new radio show Beyond the Boarding Pass starts tomorrow, hosted by Maxine Laws. Maxine (AKA) Max has over 25 years experience in the travel industry and… ...
ELECTRA Trustees voted back in (June 22, 2026) The three successful candidates in the recent election for Electra Trustees are all returning to positions previously held. Sharon Crosbie, Russell Longuet, and Brendan Duffy… ...
Police crackdown curbs dangerous and nuisance driving (June 2, 2026) Inspector Marty Gray, Manawatū Area Commander says Police in Manawatū have spent King's Birthday weekend successfully disrupting and deterring anti-social road user gatherings. Police treating… ...
Books Aloud on Coast Access Radio (May 25, 2026) Serving Horowhenua and Kapiti, the popular Coast Access Radio show Books Aloud is a show embracing local, national and international authors. In each episode hosts bring you… ...
Levin War Memorial Hall development reaches key milestone (May 22, 2026) Horowhenua District Council has reached an important milestone in the transformation of Levin’s town centre, with detailed design drawings received for the Levin War Memorial… ...
Horowhenua job seekers invited to free expos in Shannon and Foxton (May 22, 2026) Job seekers across Horowhenua are being invited to take the next step in their employment or training journey, with two free Job and Training Expos… ...
Council introducing new parking technology in Horowhenua (May 13, 2026) Finding a park when you need one matters, whether you’re visiting local shops, heading to an appointment, or supporting local businesses. As Horowhenua grows and town centres… ...
Councils across New Zealand are facing a period of significant change (May 13, 2026) Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden has his say on Local Government reform Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden "There is new Government direction, changes to how water services… ...
NZTA receives 800 submissions on dropping highway speed near Levin (May 4, 2026) Transport officials are combing through hundreds of submissions about proposals for a full handbrake turn on state highway speed limits near Levin. The previous Labour-led… ...
Horowhenua to commemorate Anzac Day across the district (April 20, 2026) Communities across Horowhenua will come together on Saturday 25 April 2026 to mark Anzac Day and remember those who served and sacrificed in war, conflict… ...
Costley calls for Inquiry into FENZ fleet issues (April 17, 2026) National MP for Ōtaki, Tim Costley says Parliament’s Governance and Administration Select Committee will hold an inquiry into Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) fleet… ...
Big Dutch Day Out returns to Foxton (April 7, 2026) Get ready to grab something orange and head to Foxton. The much-loved Big Dutch Day Out is back on Saturday 18 April 2026 - with… ...
Levin Aquatic Centre to close temporarily for essential maintenance (March 25, 2026) Levin Aquatic Centre will temporarily close from Monday 13 April to Monday 11 May 2026 for essential maintenance and renewal work, with the Hydrotherapy Pool… ...
Whānau Triathlon series returns to get Horowhenua moving (February 11, 2026) Get ready to run, ride and make a splash. The Let’s Move Together Triathlon is back for summer 2026. This much-loved triathlon series brings together… ...
Horowhenua Council balances affordability and essential services in Annual Plan (February 11, 2026) Horowhenua District Council has reduced its proposed average annual rates increase from a forecast 11.6% in the Long Term Plan to 5.8% (after growth), a… ...
New rating valuations on the way for Horowhenua District (December 18, 2025) Horowhenua District property owners will soon receive a Notice of Rating Valuation in the post, containing an updated rating value for their property. The new… ...
Santa is Leading the Fun as the Christmas Parade Returns to Horowhenua (December 4, 2025) Santa’s sleigh bells are ringing and Levin is gearing up for a big day of Christmas magic. On Saturday 6 December 2025 from 2pm, the… ...