26 May 2023
Wastewater pipe relining set to get underway in parts of Westport and Reefton
Wastewater pipes in Westport below Adderley Street between Brougham and Wakefield Street and in Reefton underneath Buller Road will get a refresh soon.
16 May 2023
Waimangaroa water supply upgrade nearing the finish line
The upgrade of Waimangaroa’s water infrastructure has made steady progress and the remainder of the works are due to be wrapped up by July.
New rating valuations for Buller District Council
Property owners in Buller District soon receive a Notice of Rating Valuation in the post with an updated rating value for their property.
11 May 2023
Improvements made to Westport Airport fencing
Areas of fencing bordering Westport Airport and Carters Beach have been upgraded to improve safety.
Disappointment over disruption of Customer Satisfaction Survey
Buller District Council is disappointed to discover that efforts were made to disrupt and manipulate its recent Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Tree planted in Reefton marked the coronation of his Majesty King Charles III, King of New Zealand
Last Saturday a Kōwhai was planted at the King George V Park in Reefton to mark the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, King of New Zealand.
05 May 2023
Community is encouraged to get informed about the Draft 2023-2024 Annual Plan
Buller residents are encouraged to read council’s Draft 2023-2024 Annual Plan to find out what council intends to do over the next 12 months.
New online building consent application system goes live
Buller District Council customers will be able to apply from Monday 8 May 2023 for a consent through Objective Build, a new online application system designed to create consistent, transparent, and quality application experience.
Building work for the Reefton Visitor and Service Centre confirmed
Improvements to the layout and functionality of the Reefton Visitor and Service Centre can now be prepared for with the building consent application having been lodged.
01 May 2023
Buller’s flood damaged roads to get an overhaul
Buller District Council will call for proposals from contractors over the coming months to address the more complex damage on Buller’s local roads caused by the July 2021 and February 2022 flood events.
Council reaches out to subcommittees
Buller District Council will continue discussions with its eleven reserve and hall subcommittees to progress the review of the Terms of Reference, following a council meeting last week.
14 Apr 2023
Emergency water planning for Westport underway
Buller District Council has begun work on an emergency water plan in the event that Westport loses its water supply.
06 Apr 2023
Recycling facility is coming for Maruia and Springs Junction
Buller District Council will make it easier for residents in Maruia and Springs Junction to recycle from this week onwards with a recycling container located at the Maruia Landfill and Recycling Facility.
03 Apr 2023
Preparation for the chlorination of Reefton’s water supply about to start
Buller District Council’s project team is about to start work on preparing the Reefton water supply for the introduction of chlorine.
31 Mar 2023
BBC Our Frozen Planet showcases innovative NZ Conservation Alliance on global stage
The work of the Kotahitanga mō te Taiao Alliance to restore nature in the top of the South Island is attracting international attention, with the release of a short film by BBC Earth Our Frozen Planet.