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Now more than ever, it’s important to stay informed about local government, so our communities can understand the decisions shaping the Manawatū...

At Manawatū District Council, we are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and...

Manawatū District has taken out top honours at the IXOM National Water Taste Test competition, being crowned New Zealand’s best...

Scaffolding will soon return to the Feilding clocktower as work begins on a new lighting installation designed to enhance both its appearance and the surrounding...

After more than ten years, the Awahuri Forest Kitchener Park Trust has made the decision to formally wind up, marking the end of a significant chapter in...

Manawatū District Council reinforces its voice at a national level, having made 18 formal submissions to central government since January.  A notable...

Eager to make a difference in your community? Let’s get it underway.  MDC’s Community Development Priority Services Funding opened for...

The 'Your Rates at Work' social media series is being published on MDC’s Facebook page, with a new post going live each business day over the next two weeks. Follow MDC on...

Manawatū farmers have helped divert nearly 42 tonnes of farm plastics from landfill following a successful recycling event hosted by...

Council is thrilled to announce the appointment of Stringfellows Civil Engineering Contractors as the successful tenderer for the final...

As we honour ANZAC Day on Saturday 25 April 2026, please find a comprehensive list of ANZAC services throughout the Manawatū District below. For the observed public holiday...

This opinion piece by the Mayor was originally published in Feilding First on 10 April 2026 and is reproduced here for reference.