This month, work begins on a significant upgrade to Matamata’s wastewater treatment plant. The $67.05million upgrade is a significant step towards creating fit-for-purpose infrastructure, improving en...

Already registered? Your dog should be sporting a bright red tag for the 2025/26 year. No red tag means it's time to renew! Benefits of registering on time:• Save money - avoid the 50% late regis...

Matamata-Piako property owners will be sent their updated property revaluation notices this week, following the completion of the district’s 2024 revaluation. The new valuations are based on property ...

The Bayleys Business Night Out celebrates business success in Matamata-Piako and will be returning on Thursday 4 September 2025 at the Matamata-Piako Civic and Memorial Centre. Th...

Thinking about standing for Matamata-Piako District Council? It’s not just about having your say, it’s about representing your whole community, even those you don’t agree with. That’s representation! ...

The following elections and poll will be held by postal vote on Saturday 11 October 2025. (First Past the Post electoral system) Election of the mayor Election of four councillors for the Matamat...

The Open Country Stadium in Matamata is progressing well, with the framing up and the roof going on soon. Works have been moving quickly this year and the structure is really taking shape. ...

Council has confirmed we will join other Waikato councils in establishing Waikato Water Done Well - a new, jointly owned Council Controlled Organisation (CCO) to deliver drinking water and wastewater ...

Next time you’re in Morrinsville CBD, you’ll see a mix of freshly painted courtesy and zebra crossings to help make it easier for pedestrians to move around the town centre. The work is part of our M...

We’re teaming up with waste minimisation expert Kate Meads to help change the way you think about food waste!  ...

Recent changes to national legislation mean that for some large-scale projects, councils no longer make the final decisions – and the community’s ability to have a say can be limited depending on the ...

Are you ready for local elections this year? We've been gearing up and held a candidate briefing session at the start of this week. If you're interested in running for Council this year but couldn't ...