Council welcomes Economic Development Review
Horowhenua District Council is welcoming the findings of a review which will help strengthen the district’s approach to driving investment, supporting local businesses, and fostering […]
Politics
Have your say on the proposed Dog Control Policy and Bylaw 2025
The Horowhenua District is home to more than 6000 registered dogs and their owners. Horowhenua District Council is reviewing its Dog Control Policy and Bylaw […]
Council votes in favour of reimagined Levin War Memorial Hall
The Levin Town Centre Transformation has reached a major milestone and a new-look Levin War Memorial Hall and Village Green, with a concept plan for […]
Levin to Scotland- absent Horowhenua councillor
By Paul Williams of the Horowhenua Star Is it morally acceptable for a Horowhenua councillor to serve the district while living overseas? That’s the question […]
Safer at 80, says Horowhenua Mayor
Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden is spearheading a campaign to keep speed limits on several roads in the district at 80 km/h. “Hard data shows lower […]
Wage Theft Bill proceeds to Third Reading
The Crimes (Theft by Employer) Amendment Bill passing committee stage in the House is a win for workers, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard […]
Horizons opposes Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill
Horizons Regional Council has voted to formally oppose the Principles of The Treaty of Waitangi Bill. At a full council meeting Councillors also voted to […]
Kapiti hot mic one-liner draws apology
Kāpiti Council’s chief executive Darren Edwards says he has expressed his sincerest apologies for the comments he made during the recent Council meeting held on […]
Horowhenua Council Sticks to the Long Term Plan – Big Decisions Ahead
Horowhenua District Council is currently developing the Annual Plan for 2025/26, and remains committed to the direction agreed on in the Long Term Plan 2024-2044. […]
Tributes Pour In for Dame Tariana Turia
Commemorations are underway for Dame Tariana Turia, a trailblazing political leader and advocate for Māori rights, following her passing early this morning at the age […]