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'We made a mistake': Council needs more money for regional rates bill
The council's Horizons rates are due on Friday.
Latest from Horizons Regional Council
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Māori voice at risk under mayoral panel plan, says Horizons councillor
'This has come from completely left field,' says Elijah Pue.
‘Not elected for this’: Horizons chair challenges regional council plan
'Getting this fix right will create a strong future for regional service delivery.'
Pay bump for councils
Salaries for Whanganui, Ruapehu and Rangitīkei elected members have been set for 2025-28.
Hawke's Bay voting rates well up on last local elections – so far
Voter turnouts could be the highest in years – potentially driven by ward referendums.
Tāwhiao McMaster quits council race to contest Te Tai Hauāuru seat
Tāwhiao McMaster was running for Horizons Regional Council.
'Kick in the guts': Apology issued after Māori ward candidate profiles left out of voting booklet
Voters miss out on candidate information: 'Quite frankly, we were a bit upset about that.'
What you need to know about the new Manawatū Tararua Highway
Locals got a test drive over the new highway over the southern Ruahine Range.
'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passage
Built to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain.
Inside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf course
Hamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.
Council cautioned against Māori ward bias
A councillor wanted the Māori ward referendum labelled as discriminatory.
'It wears everyone out': Drought taking its toll on farmers
'As farmers, we love our stock and want to keep them going.'
‘Unlikely to improve’: Dry outlook for Horizons region
Drought declared in Horizons region; $100,000 support available.
‘Benefit us all’: ‘Historic’ partnership deal signed
Ngāti Hāua Iwi Trust and Ruapehu District Council have signed a confidential agreement.
Horizons formally opposes Treaty Principles Bill
Horizons Regional Council votes to oppose the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill.
'Hospital pass': Councils to pay for set up of new water entity
'If you’re going to instigate change then you really ought to be prepared to fund it.'
Tick-tock: 12 months for council to deliver water plan
Whanganui is in 'a very fortunate position' compared with many other councils.
Poll law 'racist': Horizons votes to keep Māori seats
Horizons Regional Council has affirmed its two Māori constituencies for the 2025 election.
‘Backward move’: Councillor slams mandate to undo Māori wards
Fiona Kahukura Hadley-Chase says it is an attempt to 'diminish Māori representation'.
'Deep dive' into farming business
The Ballance Farm Environment Awards are an opportunity to take a good look at business.
Multiple animal carcasses discovered on Whanganui beach
Discharging a carcass into or near a waterway can lead to fines of up to $750.
Horizons releases survey on bus music
The council wants to hear people's opinions on whether they like music played on buses.
Lodge owner praised for spotting guests’ invasive clam collection
An Ōwhango business owner found a collection of freshwater gold clams left by guests.
Whitebait restoration site hits snag
An old dump site was discovered on the Whanganui River's edge in Aramoho.