Council News
It’s hard to believe the first month of the year has passed by already.
Councillors will soon begin the first of several workshops to prepare an Annual Plan and budget for 2026-27.
The Methven Wastewater Treatment Plant will have six ageing aerators replaced, and a new inlet screen before winter this year.
The Methven Community Board supports using the Line Road recycling facility as the most appropriate site for a future Methven Refuse Transfer Station.
Pipework insulation that contained asbestos was discovered underground at the former Polytech site on Cameron Street, delaying the final stage of demolition of the old classroom block.
The Waitangi Day public holiday on Friday 6 February 2026 will see temporary changes to operating hours at some Council facilities and to some Council services.
There’ll be another short shutdown on the Dromore water scheme on Wednesday 28 January to connect new supply pipes to the new water treatment plant on Taverners Road.
The Methven Community Board is to take over governance of the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, while the community considers other ways to manage the facility.
Council is hosting a free two-day workshop next month, aimed at helping people aged 18-30 learn more about how to start and run a business.
Council is proposing to stop providing a squad swimming programme at the end of June, following a review of its operation, cost and Council’s future role.
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