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… ...
Mangaore Village Water Supply Update – Boil Water Notice Lifted October 1, 2026 Horowhenua District Council has lifted the Boil Water Notice for the Mangaore water supply following the completion of flushing the network and water quality testing.… ...
Fatal Crash – SH57 at Levin September 29, 2026 Police have confirmed a person has died following the recent crash on State Highway 57, at Levin. “The collision, involving a truck and car, was… ...
New Road User Law marks new era for Vulnerable September 27, 2026 The New Zealand Vulnerable Road User Charitable Trust has welcomed the introduction of New Zealand’s new mandatory minimum passing-distance law, describing it as a significant… ...
FENZ under fire from Otaki MP September 17, 2026 Ōtaki MP Tim Costley says the Governance and Administration Select Committee’s report of the Inquiry into Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) lays bare years… ...
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… ...
Hurricanes sign Rohan Wingham on a two-year deal (September 15, 2026) The Hurricanes have announced the signing of Rohan Wingham on a two-year deal beginning next season. Wingham joins the Hurricanes following three seasons with the… ...
Applications open for the Foxton Beach Endowment Fund (September 9, 2026) The Foxton Beach Endowment Fund is open for applications, with community groups able to apply directly for the first time. The fund comes from endowment… ...
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.… ...
Potato Industry Stars Shine at 2026 Young Grower of the Year Awards (September 8, 2026) Kiwis consume about 57,000 tonnes of potatoes each year. New Zealand commercial growers produce about 500,000 tonnes per year so the scale of the industry… ...
Levin hosting two major secondary school sports events (August 31, 2026) Levin is hosting two secondary school sports tournaments this week, with school rugby and hockey competitions getting under way today. The Lower North Island Boys… ...
Bomb Disposal Team called to Horowhenua College (August 31, 2026) Horowhenua College was evacuated after a potentially unstable chemical was discovered in a science laboratory. Police were alerted at about 10.20am on Tuesday, August 25,… ...
Suspicious fire destroys building at Lake Horowhenua (August 31, 2026) A derelict former Sea Cadets building at Muaūpoko Park has been destroyed in a fire reported as suspicious. The charred remains of the former Sea… ...
Statement of Expectations sets direction for Central Districts Water (August 26, 2026) The owners and partners behind Central Districts Water have signed a Statement of Expectations setting out what the new water organisation will be expected to… ...
Artists invited to help bring Levin’s story to life (August 26, 2026) Horowhenua District Council is calling on artists and artist collectives to help shape the future of Levin, with Expressions of Interest now open for the… ...
Wildlife Foxton Trust receives substantial grant (August 20, 2026) Wildlife Foxton Trust is dedicated to delivering ecological and environmental education through practical examples and real-world experiences and that work will be aided by a… ...
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… ...
Horowhenua students welcomed to Victoria University Open Day (August 17, 2026) Wellington is the campus for Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, and the institution is inviting the next generation to come and experience Open Day… ...
Genesis Solar far planned for Foxton (August 16, 2026) Genesis is proposing to build a 220 megawatt (MWp) solar farm near Foxton. The proposed solar farm will utilise the region’s abundant sunlight to generate… ...
Kickstart your future with Horowhenua Tertiary Scholarship (August 15, 2026) Horowhenua students getting ready for tertiary study in 2027, or continuing their studies next year, are encouraged to apply for Council’s Tertiary Education Scholarship. Applications… ...
Gumboot Friday records highest month of youth counselling (August 15, 2026) Gumboot Friday’s recently recorded its highest month of 2026, with 2,322 rangatahi accessing free counselling. In June 2026, 2,322 young people aged 5–25 accessed free… ...
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… ...
Nominations now open for Civic Awards and Youth Excellence Awards 2026 (August 6, 2026) Every community has them - the people whose leadership, service and quiet determination help shape Horowhenua for the better, the coach who stays late, the… ...
Council takes front-foot approach to local government reform process (August 5, 2026) Horowhenua District Council has agreed to submit a proposal with Palmerston North City Council as part of the Government’s local government reform programme. The decision… ...
Next steps confirmed for Levin Water Treatment Plant upgrades (August 5, 2026) Horowhenua District Council has confirmed the next phase of upgrades to the Levin Water Treatment Plant, as part of its long-term investment in safe and… ...