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Council selects preferred property governance model for consultation

Published on 26 August 2026

Council has selected a preferred model for managing its property portfolio and will seek community feedback before making a final decision. The proposed council-owned property entity would aim to improve long-term property planning, redevelopment and value for ratepayers, while keeping social housing in Council ownership.

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Statement of Expectations sets direction for Central Districts Water

Published on 25 August 2026

The owners and partners behind Central Districts Water have signed a Statement of Expectations setting out what the new water organisation will be expected to deliver for communities across Palmerston North, Horowhenua and Rangitīkei.

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Join the Caccia Birch Trust Board

Published on 27 July 2026

The Caccia Birch Trust is on the hunt for new board members.

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Council adopts budget with lower-than-consulted rates increase

Published on 03 June 2026

Council today adopted its budget for the coming year with a total rates increase of 3.9%.

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Experienced board appointed for Central Districts Water

Published on 17 March 2026

Horowhenua District Council, Palmerston North City Council, Rangitīkei District Council and Nga Tapūwae o Hau have taken another significant step toward establishing Central Districts Water, confirming the appointment of an experienced independent board to govern the new organisation.

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Buy a compost bin for your home

Published on 17 February 2026

Buy a compost bin from our Ferguson Street Recycling Centre and start creating free, nutrient-rich food for your garden.

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Local voices appointed to shareholders' committee for new water entity

Published on 13 February 2026

Horowhenua District Council, Palmerston North City Council and Rangitīkei District Council have appointed their representatives to the Central Districts Water Shareholders’ Committee.

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New road names confirmed for parts of Setters Line

Published on 16 December 2025

Palmerston North City Council has confirmed new names for several sections of Setters Line, with changes taking effect from 2 February 2026.

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Central Districts Water governance framework reinforces local control

Published on 11 December 2025

Horowhenua District Council, Palmerston North City Council and Rangitīkei District Council have confirmed the governance framework that will ensure water services continue to be locally overseen, locally managed and locally accountable.

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