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Te Hangāruru cycle trail: Key section in Mountains to Sea ride opens in June

1 week ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingTrail builders are three weeks away from opening the newest section of the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride cycle trail. When complete, the 29.4km Te Hangāruru Cycle Trail will deliver the infamous “missing link” in a multi-day adventure ride, starting on the volcanic slopes of Mt Ruapehu and ending at the Tasman Sea in Whanganui.
Regional events fund delivers boost to Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu

1 week ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingAdventure races, festivals, cultural and sports events across the Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu districts will benefit from new Government investment. Funding from the contestable $5 million Regional Events Promotion Fund will support a range of local events aimed at attracting domestic visitors and driving economic activity in rural and regional areas.
Is this the lowest rates rise in the country? Whanganui council holds firm on 2.2%

1 week ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingWhanganui District Council is sticking to an average rates increase of 2.2 percent following deliberations on its draft Annual Plan. Mayor Andrew Tripe believes it’s the lowest rise in the country for the year ahead. The plan for 2025/26 will go before the council in June to be adopted. Tripe said the council has focused on doing the basics well, investing in core infrastructure, and involving the community in decision-making.
Ruapehu councillors sound alarm on ‘evil twin’ bill

1 week ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingA Ruapehu councillor has urged her council to take a stand against the Regulatory Standards Bill, describing it as “the evil twin” of the abandoned Treaty Principles Bill. Janelle Hinch, the council’s youngest elected member, called on the council to submit against the controversial legislative reform bill.
Is Ruapehu’s best water deal on the table? Views sought on supergroup

1 week ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingRuapehu District Council is opening public feedback on a supergroup proposal to achieve a bigger, better water services deal. The council is about to launch a two-week community engagement period on a potential new direction for drinking water, wastewater and storm water services that could bring savings and greater long-term security for ratepayers.
Bigger may be better: Late advice shake-up forces councils to re-think water reform plans

2 weeks ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingPlans for the future of water services in the Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu districts are in disarray after late advice from government agencies. The district’s three councils have been weighing options for drinking water, wastewater and stormwater reform after identifying and consulting on a joint water services entity as their preferred model.
Taumarunui rail yard ready for economic rebirth

2 weeks ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingThe removal of the last derelict Auckland Transport train carriage from the Taumarunui rail yards clears the way for new economic development opportunities, the Ruapehu district mayor says. Mayor Weston Kirton says it’s a turning point for the central North Island town.
Ruapehu mayoralty: Challengers emerge, Kirton yet to confirm

4 weeks ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingTwo contenders for the Ruapehu mayoralty are calling for change as the district’s incumbent mayor weighs his future. Ruapehu district councillors Lyn Neeson and Fiona Kahukura Hadley-Chase have announced they will contest the Ruapehu mayoralty in this year’s local body elections. Neeson, in her seventh year on the council, announced her candidacy for the October elections at this week’s Ruapehu Federated Farmers AGM.
Thinking of standing? First Māori seats in spotlight ahead of council elections

4 weeks ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingAn information evening for people thinking about standing in this year’s local body elections will have a strong focus on the Whanganui’s first two Māori ward seats. The October elections will be the first time Māori voters will have the option of voting in councillors for the district’s new Māori ward. Whanganui District Council will hold a candidate information evening at Te Ao Hou Marae on Friday 16 May at 5.15pm.
‘We’re grown adults’: Raetihi recycling bins set to stay – for now - AWA FM

4 weeks ago | awafm.co.nz | Moana Ellis

By Moana Ellis, Local Democracy ReportingA decision by a community board to bin a well-used recycling station in a small rural town has been revoked despite “outrageous” unbudgeted costs. The Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board last night (Thursday) quashed a resolution it made in October last year to disestablish the Raetihi Recycling Station. The six bins occupying a small site on State Highway 4 were installed for tourist use but have been overwhelmed by waste left by the community.