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Preview | 17 June - Local Services Committee Meeting

Council invites the community to attend the local services committee meeting on 17 June.

South Waikato seeks community feedback on Council reform

Community feedback is essential for Council's submission to the Government's Head Start Pathway.

Two Code of Conduct Complaints Upheld Against SWDC Councillor 

11 June, 2026 | Progress Update: South Waikato Indoor Pools

The South Waikato Indoor Pools upgrade is moving towards the finish line with some big milestones being ticked off.

Preview | Friday 12 June - Extraordinary Council Meeting

Extraordinary Council Meeting for South Waikato District Council on Friday 12 June 2026.

Preview | 11 June - Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee Meeting

Committee meeting preview notice for Audit Risk & Improvement

King's Birthday Weekend - Public Facilities and Services

Preview | 28 May Council Meeting

Preview of the full SWDC Council Meeting on Thursday 28 May

Help shape Community Hub hours in Tokoroa and Putāruru

Changes to rates rebates for SuperGold Cardholders

In 2025, the NZ Government made some changes to the rates rebate initiative for owner-occupier residents over 65 years.

Youth Week 2026: Celebrating Young Voices in South Waikato

Preview | 14 May Hearings and Deliberations - Fees and Charges

Council will be hearing all public submissions on the recent Fees and Charges consultation.

SWDC tracking well towards financial sustainability

Council reports another positive financial update as it tracks strongly towards achieving financial sustainability.

SWDC well-positioned amid Government update on local reform

Preview | 30 April March Council Meeting

Preview for the 30 April March Full Council Meeting

All you need to know about ANZAC Day in South Waikato

We have a series of events planned across the District for Anzac Day 2026

Preview | 23 April Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee Meeting

Committee meeting notice: Audit, Risk & Improvement

Progress Update: South Waikato Indoor Pools

Updates on the renovations at South Waikato Indoor Pools and what to expect once the project is complete.

ANZAC Weekend - Public facilities and services

Due to Anzac Day occurring at the weekend, please check the following operating hours for Saturday 25 and Monday 27 April.

Council statement: Putāruru animal attacks