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Our media releases
Slips and dropouts programme accelerated
With funding of $29m from NZTA and the appointment of a contracting panel to deliver the work.
National role for TEMO lead
Ben Green appointed as an alternate national controller for the National Emergency Management Agency.
United effort required for massive road repairs
Calling for tenders a bit differently for the huge amount of work planned on local roads over the next 3 years
Labour Weekend - summer camping starts
Seasonal camping in Tairāwhiti starts Labour Weekend with people now able to apply for a permit.
Tender out for new bus operator
A qualified and experienced company is being sought to operate the new GizzyBus transport network.
Pipeline repairs - water use needs to drop
City water supply users are being asked to reduce unnecessary water use from now until Monday
Parking penalties increase
Parking fines increases are set by central government and enforced by Council.
Council strengthens flood preparedness
The region is in good stead to be better prepared for flood events following an external review of the region’s Flood Warning Manual.
Toilet closure to prevent vandalism
Vandalism of toilets in Wainui and Okitu has resulted in night time closures.
Fewer road cones ahead
The community will be seeing less road cones and disruptions on our roads thanks to a new approach to traffic management planning.
Citizens to help make decisions on land use
A new approach to decision making will be taking place in our region throughout November.
TEMO impresses Fijian visitors
Litiana Bainimarama will be taking a few titbits away after her visit to the Tairāwhiti Emergency Management Office (TEMO).