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MDC Seeks Feedback on Draft Changes to Rural and Flood Hazard Zones

As part of a multi-year project to review the District Plan, Council has drafted changes relating to how flood hazards are managed, and new rules for managing rural activities in the Manawatū district.
Iwi officially gifts name for Feilding's new residential suburb

Feilding’s ‘Precinct 4’ will now be known as ‘Maewa’ following a unanimous ratification by Manawatū District Council of the name proposed by Ngāti Kauwhata.
Local Heroes Recognised at the Manawatū Community Honours Awards

The ‘fantastic’ voluntary work of eight Manawatū residents has been recognised as part of the annual Manawatū Community Honours Awards.
'Our Asks' calls for government investment in our region

Palmerston North City and Manawatū District Councils have joined together creating ‘Our Asks’; a Manawatū region deal manifesto asking the future Government to commit resources into our major projects.
Manawatū District Young Achievers Honoured at Awards Ceremony

Over 100 rangatahi (young people) have been recognised for their mahi and outstanding contribution to their communities at the annual Manawatū Young Achievers Awards on Monday 18th September.
Notice of Electoral System and Right to Demand a Poll

Notice is given under section 28 of the Local Electoral Act 2001, that the First Past the Post electoral system will continue to be used for the Manawatū District Council's next triennial election in 2025.