Council adopts Annual Plan, confirms 5.8% rates rise
Horowhenua District Council has confirmed a rates increase of 5.8% for the 2026/27 financial year (based on an anticipated 1.7% growth). Elected members adopted the […]
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Books Aloud on Coast Access Radio
Serving Horowhenua and Kāpiti, the popular Coast Access Radio show Books Aloud is a show embracing local, national and international authors. In each episode hosts bring you […]
VOTE – Electra Trustees
Voting to elect THREE Trustees to the Electra Trust is underway. Electra is wholly owned by electricity consumers – including you. Have your say: vote […]
Horowhenua job seekers invited to free expos in Shannon and Foxton
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
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 […]
Horowhenua set for BNI Discovery Evening
BNI (Business Network International) is the world’s largest and most successful business referral network and Horowhenua is about to join in. BNI ambassador Oliver Corby […]
Horowhenua Council monitoring complex weather system as heavy rain approaches
Horowhenua District Council is closely monitoring a complex weather system bringing periods of heavy rain and potential impacts across the district.. MetService has issued a […]
Horowhenua to commemorate Anzac Day across the district
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 […]
Local People, Local Jobs: A Community Approach to Employment
Horowhenua District Council is continuing to support young people into sustainable employment through the Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Community Employment Programme, a nationwide partnership between […]
Costley calls for Inquiry into FENZ fleet issues
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 […]