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Awahuri Forest – Kitchener Park selected for Rā Rākau Tītapu
Awahuri Forest – Kitchener Park selected for Rā Rākau Tītapu

Awahuri Forest – Kitchener Park is one of 15 locations selected for the Rā Rākau Tītapu project, which will see over 100,000 native trees planted around Aotearoa to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.
Automated External Defibrillator installed outside MDC
Automated External Defibrillator installed outside MDC

We have installed an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) under the entrance to the Council offices, so that in the event of someone experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), those assisting will have 24/7 access to potentially life saving equipment.
Horizons seeks your help to 'Connect the Dots' across and beyond our region
Horizons seeks your help to 'Connect the Dots' across and beyond our region

Horizons Regional Council is asking communities for their ideas on how public transport can connect the dots between communities living across and beyond our region.
Free Psychological First Aid Training
Free Psychological First Aid Training

Manawatū District Council has another opportunity to attend a FREE 1 day Psychological First Aid Course being held at the Council offices  on Sunday, 20 August, 9:00am to 4:00pm.
Mayor Helen's blurb from the Feilding & Rangitīkei Herald - July 2023
Mayor Helen's blurb from the Feilding & Rangitīkei Herald - July 2023

Council is currently engaging with our community about what activities, projects and levels of service you want Council to consider including in our next Long-term Plan.
Manawatū District Libraries goes fine free to help break down barriers
Manawatū District Libraries goes fine free to help break down barriers

Manawatū District Libraries removed fines for children in 2020 and as of 1 July 2023, not just fines, but also hold fees are no longer charged for all users.