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Further Notice of By-election for the Westport Ward
The nomination period to fill the extraordinary vacancy for the Westport Ward has now closed.
West Coast leaders reaffirm commitment to regional local government reform
The Mayors, Chairs and Iwi Forum (MCIF) has reaffirmed its commitment to progressing the West Coast Head Start local government reform proposal, following decisions made by the region's councils this week.
Little Wanganui Bridge due for deck replacement and guard rail upgrade
The Little Wanganui Bridge is scheduled to undergo safety improvements in late 2026 to extend the bridge’s service life and load-carrying capacity, allowing it to accommodate a wider range of vehicle types and transportation activities.
Nomination period for Westport Ward by-election closing Thursday
With less than two days until the nomination period closes, no nominations have yet been submitted for the vacant Westport Ward councillor position. Buller District Council Electoral Officer Anthony Morton is encouraging those intending to submit a nomination to do so as soon as possible to allow time for documents to be checked
West Coast Head Start Proposal to be submitted to Government
The West Coast Head Start Outline Proposal will be submitted to the Government's Head Start local government reform programme following decisions by the Buller, Grey and Westland District Councils today.
The Buller District Council (BDC) has resolved to sell the Kawatiri dredge and has a company interested in buying it
Zone 1 recycling exemption option to end from 1 July 2027
Council has identified a historic error where some properties in the Zone 1 solid waste area were excluded from the kerbside recycling service and were not charged the targeted rate that funds it. Council will correct this from 1 July 2027, when all eligible Zone 1 properties will receive recycling bins and be charged the appropriate solid waste targeted rate.
Coast Waters looks for Chief Executive
The search is underway for a Chief Executive for the new joint West Coast council-controlled organisation for Local Water Done Well - Coast Waters Ltd.
West Coast Councils receive Head Start briefing ahead of decision
Elected members from Buller, Grey and Westland District Councils today took part in Head Start workshops ahead of formal decisions on whether to submit the West Coast's Head Start Outline Proposal to Government at their respective council meetings on 3 August.
Community feedback report released for West Coast Local Government reform
The first phase of community engagement for the West Coast Local Government Reform Head Start Project has been completed, with the Community Feedback Report now publicly available.