News
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The Gore District off to strong start with elections candidate list
NewsWhile some councils in New Zealand have been struggling for candidates for this year’s local body elections, the Gore District Council isn’t one of them.
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Draft District Plan released for feedback
NewsDistrict plans are a community’s rulebook, ensuring the environment and the things people value are protected while still enabling growth and prosperity.
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Innovative wool insulation for new Library and Community Centre
NewsThe Gore District Council is showcasing a natural wool blend insulation product in its new Gore Library and James Cumming Community Centre.
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Cat Management Working Party gets stuck in
NewsThe working party, comprised of councillors and four community representatives, held its first meeting earlier this month, and members are keen to get on with the job.
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Council calls for national referendum on Three Waters reforms
NewsThe Council is calling on the Government to conduct a national referendum to prove it has the mandate to go ahead with the Three Waters reforms.
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Decades old kauri tree finds a new home
NewsA kauri tree, reputedly rescued from the Gore dump nearly four decades ago, was carefully relocated from its urban environment to Dolamore Park this week.
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With increased rainfall comes stormwater quality reminder
NewsLooking to the future of stormwater quality management in the District, the Council is considering alternative ways to keep waterways clean.
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5.94% district-wide rates increase for Gore District
NewsThe Gore District Council adopts a 5.94% district-wide rates increase as part of its 2022-23 Annual Plan.
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
NewsShining a light on elder abuse in our communities, how to identify it and what you can do to help.
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Native Plants Project Gets a Boost
NewsFor our latest planting project, we've teamed up with two local primary schools to plant 2,500 native plants in Hamilton Park.
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Gore's water supply wells still at record low levels
NewsDespite recent rain, Gore's water supply isn't out of the woods yet. Low river flow sees another conserve water notice issued.
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Gore park new home for endangered rhododendrons
NewsBannerman Park has the climate and the soil to become home to rare rhododendron species to ensure their survival for future generations.
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Eased Water Restrictions for Gore and Mataura
NewsWater restrictions have eased for Gore and Mataura due to recent rainfall.
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Gore District Community Awards
NewsThe nominations for this year's Gore District Community Awards are now open.
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Unified response to drought
NewsSouthland councils are working together on a unified response to the drought in Southland.
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Vandalism causes road safety concerns
NewsRemoving road cones from a work site may seem like a prank, but it can have serious consequences.
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Rethinking Waste - a community conversation
NewsOver the coming months, we will be having a series of community conversations to consider the big questions about waste minimisation.
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Free Swims for Over 80s
NewsGore District residents aged 80 years and over will be able to visit the Gore Aquatic Centre for free in future.
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Rates Deferral Policy Approved
NewsRatepayers experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 are able to defer their rates payment for up to two instalments
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Helpful guide for older people in our community
NewsThe Ready for Living team has put together a guide to help older people find services and social connections.
