Horowhenua comes together to celebrate Puanga and Matariki
Nau mai, haere mai ki te whakanui i a Puanga rāua ko Matariki. Horowhenua is set to mark the Māori New Year with a vibrant […]
Politics
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 […]
Police crackdown curbs dangerous and nuisance driving
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. Inspector Gray […]
Bill drawn to recognise humanitarian and disaster relief service
Ōtaki MP Tim Costley’s member’s bill, recently drawn from the ballot, would establish a new national medal recognising New Zealanders who serve in humanitarian and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Councils across New Zealand are facing a period of significant change
Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden has his say on Local Government reform “There is new Government direction, changes to how water services will be delivered, ongoing […]
Have your say: Proposed Solid Waste Bylaw
Horowhenua District Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on the Proposed Solid Waste Bylaw 2026. The Solid Waste Bylaw sets the framework for […]
Horowhenua District Council Civic Building work to commence
Horowhenua District Council will begin maintenance work at the Civic Building from 4 May 2026. Scaffolding required for the roof and balconies remediation project will […]
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 […]