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The New Zealand MetService’s Westport Automatic Weather Station (AWS) mast, located at Westport Airport was relocated recently as part of proactive safety measures to protect the equipment from coastal erosion.
The members of the Westport Rating District Joint Committee will be walked through the plans for the flood protection, planned for Westport, at Wednesday’s meeting.
The submission period for the proposed changes to wastewater and water rates has been extended to 3 pm June 4, 2024. This extension allows affected ratepayers additional time to consider their submissions.
Water shutdown 24 May 2024 - Mill Street (Derby Street to Domett Street)
Please be advised that Mill Street (Derby Street to Domett Street) will be shut down on Friday 24 May 2024 to complete the changeover to the new laterals.
Public notice of application for On-licence renewal for Wilsons Hotel 2010 Ltd
Wilsons Hotel 2010 Ltd, 32 Broadway, Reefton has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Westport for a renewal of On-Licence in respect of the premises situated at 32 Broadway, Reefton and known as Wilsons Hotel 2010 Ltd.
Water shutdown - McLaughlin Lane - Tuesday 21 May, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Please be advised that McLaughin Lane will be shut down on Tuesday 21 May to complete the changeover to the new water main.
Buller’s economy holding its own in a challenging economic climate
The Buller District’s economic activity remains strong, according to the latest Infometrics Quarterly Economic Monitor.
Official rubbish bag and waste charges to increase in Buller
Charges for the disposal of refuse at the Westport and Reefton Transfer Stations and Recycling Centres are set to rise from 1 July 2024. The increases will also apply to kerbside rubbish collection services in Zone One.
Buller District Council commissioned a review of its Project Management Office (PMO) operations in 2023, following allegations of mismanagement of funds.
Council informs residents of the impact of the proposed drinking and wastewater policy
Buller District Council has informed residents about the possible impact if council changes how to rate for drinking and wastewater as proposed in the Draft Enhanced Annual Plan 2024/25.