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From Quiet Achievers to Local Leaders — Nominations are open
Nominations are open for the 2025 Community Honours. This annual recognition highlights outstanding individuals and groups who have made significant...
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Nominate a Young Leader Making a Difference
The Manawatū District Youth Council is excited to...
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It’s Election Year – Time to Step Up!
Every three years, we get the chance to shape our future — and that time is now. Whether you're putting your hand up to run or casting your vote to support someone who...
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Tail Wagging Reminder
Whether your dog is a playful pup or a wise old friend, all dogs in the Manawatū District must be registered by Thursday, 31 July.
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It Starts Before the Shake
Join experts and emergency managers to talk as a community about what the next large earthquake and tsunami could look like and what you can do to prepare together.
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From 1 July, the Manawatū District Council will transition to Objective Build as its new Building Consent Authority software.
Objective Build is an end-to-end digital solution designed to simplify every stage of the building consent process.
View moreLifeline Upgraded: Emergency Radio Network Enters Digital Age
In a leap forward for public safety, Manawatū District Council has launched a state-of-the-art digital radio network, replacing its decades-old analog system.
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From Fire Calls to Finish Line
For 22 years, Cheryl Hirschberg has answered the call as a volunteer firefighter, stepping into emergencies with courage and calm. But earlier this year, she faced a very...
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Council Votes to Retain In-House Water Services
At Thursday’s (15 May) Council meeting, Council adopted an inhouse standalone business unit for the delivery of its Local Water Done Well...
View moreCommunity Voices Lead to a Pedestrian Crossing Near Makino Aquatic Centre
A new pedestrian crossing has been installed on Grey...
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Chorus Cabinets Bring Colour and Creativity to Manawatū
All four Chorus telecommunications cabinets selected for redesign by local artists have now been transformed.
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Rural Rubbish Collection Changes
Colyton, Pohangina and some collection routes in Halcombe's rubblish collection day will move to Wednesday as of 1 May.
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