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Preview | 5 March 2026 Council meeting

Members of the community are invited to attend the South Waikato District Council meeting or watch it live on the website.

​26 February Council Meeting Update

Preview | 26 February 2026 Council meeting

Members of the community are invited to attend the South Waikato District Council meeting or watch it live on the website.

Important advice for severe weather event

Mayor's Review: Council Meeting 29 January 2026

Progress Update: South Waikato Indoor Pools

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

Preview | 29 January 2026 Council meeting

Members of the community are invited to attend the South Waikato District Council meeting or watch it live on the website.

Independent Commissioners decision to be considered at Council meeting

Youth-led summit, backed by council, promotes rangatahi leadership

Severe weather event 21-22 January

Balloons visit South Waikato returns to Tokoroa again in March 2026

South Waikato Mayor disappointed by “irresponsible” visitor behaviour

SWDC Mayor Gary Petley has expressed his disappointment at the irresponsible behaviour of some visitors at Te Waihou Walkway, while urging visitors to respect the environment and mana whenua.

​Health Warning – Algal Blooms Detected at Lake Arapuni

Level 1 Water Restriction for Tīrau and Arapuni

Expressions of Interest: South Waikato People's Panel

Dog owners out in force for Parvo Education Day

Wings and Wheels event to take off in Tokoroa in March 2026

Council Facilities – Festive Season Opening Hours

Heading away or staying local this summer? Make sure you're up to date with our festive season hours for Council facilities across Tokoroa, Putāruru, and Tīrau.

Enjoy the Blue Springs safely this summer

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA), South Waikato District Council (SWDC) and NZ Police have issued a joint advisory to travellers visiting the Blue Spring this summer.

​Putāruru water pressure issues