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19 Nov 2024
Buller District Libraries launches 1,000 Books Before School programme

Buller District Libraries is excited to announce the local launch of the 1,000 Books Before School Programme.
18 Nov 2024
TVNZ brings national focus to Westport’s Master Planning process

The once-in-a-generation Master Planning process being undertaken in the West Coast, to guide Westport’s future growth and development, has gained national media attention.
15 Nov 2024
Draft West Coast Regional Waste Management and Minimisation plan out for consultation

Together, the three district councils, Westland, Grey, and Buller District Council, have developed the new West Coast Regional Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2024-2030 (WMMP) to identify regional opportunities for waste management, develop regional waste infrastructure, and boost economies of scale.

Council shapes up Class 4 Gambling and TAB Venue draft policy

Buller District councillors set the direction for how gambling venues will be managed in Buller at their Extraordinary Council meeting this week.

Planning for the next stage of Westport’s water trunk main replacement underway

Preparation for the next stage of works to complete Westport’s water trunk main replacement is progressing well, with a thorough assessment of the proposed pipeline’s route nearing completion.

Buller District Council welcomes new Group Manager Regulatory Services

Buller District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Bastion as the new Group Manager Regulatory Services, effective 25 November 2024.

Westport students star on Seven Sharp reporting about local author’s new book

Students from several local schools will soon be making their screen debut after spending time in front of the cameras last Tuesday afternoon at the Sue Thomson Casey Memorial Library in Westport.

Buller Holdings Limited announces director appointments and remuneration updates

Over recent months Buller District Council, through its Risk and Audit Committee (RAC) has conducted an appointment process for directors to its Council Controlled Organisation, Buller Holdings Limited (BHL).

Councillors confirm Buller District Council's representation arrangement for the Local Government Elections

Buller District Council has confirmed that its final proposal for representation in Buller District is to keep the status quo for the number of councillors, the basis for the election, and the boundaries and names of the districts’ wards for the Local Government Elections in 2025 and 2028. Retaining the status quo also means keeping the Inangahua Community Board and its current arrangement.

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Waste Management and Minimisation consultation given the go ahead

Councillors adopted the draft Regional West Coast Waste Minimisation and Management Plan at their meeting yesterday. Next month, the community can give their feedback on how council plans to minimise and manage waste in the region over the coming six years.

Council commits to construction and demolition waste recovery for Buller

Buller District Council has confirmed its commitment to developing long-term solutions for waste management on the West Coast by approving a construction and demolition recovery facility at the Westport Transfer Station.

Buller District Council adopts new approach to keep local community informed and connected

Buller District Council is excited to announce a new approach to delivering important updates and good news stories to residents across the district.

Buller District Council welcomes new Group Manager Infrastructure Services

Buller District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Blom as the new Group Manager Infrastructure Services, effective 5 November 2024.

Council seeks the community’s feedback on Buller's parks and reserves

Buller District Council has launched a survey to gather community input on the future management of council-administered parks and recreational reserves.

Buller District Council to purchase the Temporary Accommodation Service’s Queen Street homes

The Buller District Council has agreed to purchase five properties in Westport from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) Temporary Accommodation Service (TAS).