Despite some recent rain, summer is well and truly here, and we’ve been keeping a close eye on the levels of the rivers and streams that feed our water supply, as well as the weather and other indicat...

Seven Waikato councils have agreed to explore a new way of managing water services. The initiative, called Waikato Water Done Well, brings together Waipā, Matamata-Piako, Waitomo, South Waikato, Ōtoro...

Yesterday we had the honour of taking part in a ceremony marking the breaking of the first ground for the upcoming Open Country Stadium build in Matamata. Local mana whenua led a karakia and ceremon...

Collection Days Christmas Day and New Year’s Day both fall on a Wednesday this year, meaning that kerbside collections for Morrinsville and Te Aroha will fall one day later. Matamata collections w...

The journey to review and update the Reserve Management Plan (RMP) for the Waharoa (Matamata) Aerodrome is gaining momentum. The initial phase of engagement has wrapped up, and the process is now sh...

Council agreed today to sign a Heads of Agreement as part of 'Waikato Waters Done Well'. The decision commits us to working with other councils in the Waikato to investigate the establishment of a co...

The haiku poetry competition is a highlight of the Arawa to Hetana Street Laneway community mural project, designed to bring Matamata's unique stories to the CBD. Our Pride of Place team, working with...

Council offices will close on Tuesday 24 December at 12pm and re-open on Monday 6 January at 8am. Libraries will also close on Tuesday 24 December at 12pm and will re-open on Monday 6 January at 9.30...

Waihou Refuse Transfer Station will be temporarily closed from Monday 25 November till Monday 16 December 2024. This will allow contractors to complete maintenance upgrades to the road network within ...

Stay connected with your community by downloading the Antenno app. From council updates and events to emergency alerts, Antenno ensures that you receive important notifications directly to your phone....

An experienced local government professional with a demonstrable track record has been named as Matamata-Piako District Council’s next Chief Executive. Manaia Te Wiata, who has been the Group Manager...

Our community survey results are in! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and habits around takeaway coffee and reusable cups. We received fantastic engagement with 976 responses from the public acros...