Waitaki Council progresses amalgamation with Waihemo focus

Waitaki District Council advances amalgamation plans with Waimate, Mackenzie and Timaru while keeping discussions open on Waihemo's future boundary. …

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Waitaki Council defends public amalgamation talks

Waitaki District Council responds to claims of secret amalgamation meetings, highlighting public reports and progress on Head Start proposal with neighbouring councils. …

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Waitaki District Council votes for unitary authority

Waitaki District Council chooses Head Start pathway, proposing new unitary authority with Waimate, Mackenzie, and Timaru districts. …

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Local Water Done Well drives 9% rates rise – Rates 2026

Taxpayers' Union Rates Dashboard shows Local Water Done Well water charges push total council cost increases to 9%, nearly triple inflation in 2026/27. …

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