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11 March Local Services Committee meeting

Preview | 11 March Local Services Committee meeting

Meet South Waikato’s Tuia Scholarship Recipient for 2026

Mayor Gary Petley is pleased to introduce the 2026 recipient of the Tuia Programme Scholarship – Keira Riki-Pahewa.

Mayor's Review: Council Meeting 5 March 2026

Crucial decisions await at full Council hui

First-ever Wings & Wheels event is ready for take-off

From 10am to 2pm on Saturday 7 March, the Tokoroa Airfield on Moffat Rd will be alive with action and aircraft.

Council urges all clubs to reregister before government deadline

Deadline for reregistering as an Incorporated Society - Sunday 5 April 2026.

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