Council services during Waitangi Day (6 Feb)

30 January 2026

Friday, 6 February 2025 is Waitangi Day and a public holiday.  Like most New Zealanders, we're taking time to reflect, celebrate and spend the day with our friends and whānau.  Please note the following changes to our services:

  • Customer Services: CLOSED
  • Libraries: CLOSED
  • isite: CLOSED
  • DigitalSpaces: CLOSED
  • Transfer Stations:
    Dannevirke OPEN
    Pahiatua OPEN
    Woodville CLOSED
    Eketāhuna CLOSED
  • Landfill (Pongaroa): CLOSED
  • Recycling: No scheduled collection on Friday.
  • Animal Control: Operating
  • Swimming Pools - Open (weather dependent)
  • Media Enquiries - Unavailable (will be actioned on 9 February)

If you need assistance during this time, please call the Afterhours team on 06 374 4080 or 06 376 0110. Alternatively, if your matter is not urgent, you can email info@tararuadc.govt.nz or use the Antenno app.