News
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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.
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COVID-19 forces cancellation of events
NewsTwo of our popular summer events have fallen victim to COVID restrictions.
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Subdivision sales exceed expectations
NewsStage one of a new subdivision in Gore has been almost fully subscribed within 24 hours of going on the market.
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Charter marks closer relationship with Iwi
NewsThe signing of a Charter of Understanding with the Hokonui Runanga showed a maturity within the Council, in terms of its understanding of iwi's role in our community.
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Residential subdivision gets the green light
NewsWith demand for housing in Gore soaring, a new subdivision is about to hit the market.
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Otama Scheme Referendum Prelim Result
NewsOtama water scheme users have voted for a company to take over ownership of their water supply.
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Hokonui moonshine still makes public debut
NewsIn days gone by, the location of Southland’s moonshine stills was a secret taken to the grave. Fast forward 150 years, and the once secretive art of making moonshine get its public debut.
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Gore District part of Think Rural national campaign
NewsWith a growing shortage of workers, the Gore District Council is taking a fresh approach to powering up our district.
