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  • Reserves Management Strategy


    Ōtorohanga’s local parks and reserves are a vital asset for our community. As the town grows, it’s important that these spaces continue to reflect and support the needs and aspirations...

  • Ōtorohanga Multipurpose Community Hub


    Some background to this Ōtorohanga Multipurpose Community Hub project

    Our district is growing, and our community has told us it wants to see more vibrancy and investment in key infrastructure...

  • Creative Studios - Practicing Artist Survey

    Image; Barbara Hepworth Studio

    Ōtorohanga Multipurpose Community Hub - Feasibility Study

    Through the second co-design community workshop for the Ōtorohanga Multipurpose Community Hub, several participants raised their desire to see...

  • Tōkihi Phase 1

    Focus, connect and restore iwi to their roots and identity for the benefit of generations to come.

    • The purpose of the Tōkihi Phase 1 – Pilot Project (TP1) initiative was...

  • Kāwhia Seawall Defence


    Kawhia Township Sea Wall Defences

    The Kawhia Township Sea Wall Defences, which is referring to the area of coastline from Omimiti Reserve through to the Kawhia Boat ramp near the...

  • Ōtorohanga College

    Improve Ōtorohanga College

    The purpose of this initiative is to increase the resourcing, wellbeing and learning support, accelerate infrastructure development, and ensure the College Hostel is fit for purpose heading...

  • Ōtorohanga Ora – Contestable Fund


    These funds have now been exhausted and fully allocated. Successful applicants

    will be updated once payment. Applications are now closed.

    Supporting indigenous excellence
    • The purpose of the Ōtorohanga Ora initiative...

  • *CLOSED* Arts and Culture Festival * one-off * Fund


    Are you good at organising? Want to make 'cool things happen'? Apply for funding to stage an arts or culture festival!

    This was a one-off fund to support established arts...

  • Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund

    TOA Fight Fitness Club in Kawhia received funding to travel to Hamilton for sparring practices


    We now accept your applications all year - so any time is a great time

    ...

  • Ōtorohanga District Community Grant Fund

    Above; Kāwhia Rowing Regatta received funding towards their annual New Years Day Rowing Regatta in Round 1 of 2025/2026. Image courtesy of Kāwhia Rowing Club.

    We now accept your applications

    ...

  • Ōtorohanga District Creative Communities Fund


    We now accept your applications all year -
    so any time is a great time to share your ideas.

    How it works- if you want your project to be considered...

  • Proposed Loan to the Ōtorohanga Kiwi House


    The Proposal

    • That Ōtorohanga District Council Invests $2 million in the business trading as Ōtorohanga Kiwi House and Native Bird Park (Kiwi House)
    • The investment would be a loan to...

  • Class 4 Gambling Venue Policy Review 2020

    Gambling Act 2003 and Racing Act 2003

    Council is required, in accordance with the Gambling Act 2003 and Racing Act 2003, to undertake a triennial review of the Class 4...

  • Older Persons Housing Policy


    At the Ōtorohanga District Council meeting held on 16 February 2021, Council resolved to adopt as a Draft the Older Persons Housing Policy.

    The Policy has been developed to set...

  • Review of Dog Control Policy & Bylaw

    Ōtorohanga District Council has conducted a review of the Ōtorohanga District Dog Control Policy and Bylaw (the Policy) in accordance with the provisions of the Dog Control Act 1996.

    The...

  • Sport and Active Recreation Plan


    On 20 August 2019 the Otorohanga District Sport and Active Recreation Plan (the plan) was adopted by council members as a DRAFT. It was agreed that the draft would go...

  • Representation Review

    What’s it all about?

    Local authorities around the country are required to make decisions about their representation arrangements every six years, following a process contained in the Local Electoral Act...

  • Waipa river (riparian) planting through Ōtorohanga township


    In 2018 we talked with our community about building the stopbank pathway, and with your support it’s been a huge success and a great asset for our people. You told...

  • Proposal to establish a priority pedestrian route

    What's being proposed?

    Ōtorohanga District Council (Council) has been working on identifying potential earthquake prone buildings following the guidance set by Government’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).The process...

  • DRAFT Ōtorohanga District Occupancy Policy and DRAFT Community Occupancy Guidelines

    Ōtorohanga District Council has recently approved a new DRAFT Ōtorohanga District Occupancy Policy (policy) and DRAFT Community Occupancy Guidelines (guidelines).

    The policy sets out the framework for decision-making regarding occupancy...

  • Proposed Dangerous and Insanitary Buildings Policy

    Ōtorohanga District Council reviewed its policy for Dangerous and Insanitary Buildings on 8 December 2022.

    The policy outlined the approach and measures that Council will take in the event a...

  • Local Easter Sunday Policy Review

    Background

    The Shop Trading Hours Act 1990 (the Act) was amended in 2016 to enable Councils to decide whether retailers in their districts could open their shops on Easter Sunday...

  • Waste Management and Minimisation Plan

    Our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) outlines Ōtorohanga District Council’s strategy for managing waste within our district. Our latest WMMP was adopted in April 2024.

    A District Waste Assessment...

  • Weaving the future, together - branding project

    The threads of our unique Ōtorohanga district have been woven together through generations to shape our people, our places and our partnerships.

    Ōtorohanga District Council undertook a branding project to...

  • Kāwhia, Aotea and Ōpārau Concept Plan


    Ōtorohanga District is growing and our community has told us they want to see more vibrancy and investment, to make the district an even better place to live, work and...

  • Ōtorohanga Rural Concept Plan

    Ōtorohanga District is growing and our community has told us they want to see more vibrancy and investment, to make the district an even better place to live, work and...

  • Local Alcohol Policy

    A local alcohol policy (LAP) is a set of decisions made by a local authority (Council) in consultation with its community about the sale and supply of alcohol within its...

  • Trading in Public Places Policy

    One of Council’s functions is to approve requests for traders and event organisers to occupy public places. Examples include food/coffee carts, events, stalls etc.

    “Public places” includes road reserves, green...

  • Road Naming & Numbering Policy

    What is the Road Naming & Numbering Policy?

    Our Road Naming & Numbering Policy provides guidance to developers, council staff and Elected Members when selecting names for new roads and...

  • Housing for Older Persons



    As part of Ōtorohanga District Council’s commitment to our community we are continually striving to improve all aspects of what we deliver. This quick survey focuses on the council owned...

  • Reactivating Tokanui Crossroads Hall


    Background

    The Tokanui Crossroads Hall, also known as the Te Kawa Crossroads Hall, has long been a gathering point for the community. However, in recent years, its use has declined...

  • Pop Up Council






    Bringing Council Services to Your Community

    We're taking our council services on the road! Forget the hassle of visiting the office—we’re coming straight to your neighborhood. With our Pop Up...

  • Rangatahi in Tuia

    Scroll down to read more about Mysteeq's journey.



    Background

    The Tuia Programme is an inspiring initiative dedicated to empowering young Māori leaders across New Zealand. Through mentorship with local Mayors...

  • Waikato Water

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    Here’s what’s happening, and why it matters.

    Ōtorohanga District Council provides safe...

  • Closure of Arohena Rural Water Scheme

    Ōtorohanga District Council are working through the process under the Local Government Act to close down the drinking water component of the Arohena Rural Water Supplies.

    Arohena has three supplies...

  • Better Places Together - Kāwhia and Aotea

    Better Places Together has now been formally adopted by Ōtorohanga District Council. This exciting project will enhance Kāwhia and Aotea, with new concept designs for Aotea Beach and Omimiti Reserve...

  • Annual Plan

    What is an Annual Plan?

    An Annual Plan is a document that sets out what council plans to do for the upcoming year and how we will pay for it.

    ...

  • Bylaw review - Structures and Works in Public Places

    We’re updating our bylaw – have your say!

    We’re reviewing our Structures and Works in Public Places Bylaw, a set of rules that help keep our public spaces safe and...

  • Bylaw review - Keeping of Stock, Poultry and Bees

    Let’s talk about animals in town - we’re updating our bylaw

    We’re reviewing our Keeping of Stock, Poultry and Bees Bylaw, the rules that help manage animals in our townships...

  • Regulatory Services – we value your feedback!

    At Ōtorohanga District Council, we’re committed to providing clear, professional, and respectful service in everything we do. Whether you’re applying for a permit, seeking advice on regulations, or navigating a...

  • Why we need to remove the Pōhutukawa trees on Pouewe St, Kāwhia

    Kāwhia Pōhutukawa tree removal and foreshore redevelopment

    The Kāwhia Community Board has made the difficult decision to remove the Pōhutukawa trees along Pouewe Street, Kāwhia. This page brings together all...

  • Tourism Marketing Playbook


    Tourism is a growing part of Ōtorohanga’s economy and identity. Local operators, Council and Elevate all recognise the need for a more collaborative, future focused approach to how our district...

  • Kāwhia beach access - what's going on?

    Access to Kāwhia beach via the boat ramp has been an ongoing issue for many years (and to a lesser extent, beach access via Aotea). This page summarises the issue...

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