Manawatū District Council

02/06/2026

Let’s stop this! ❌🚮

There has been an increase in blue bags (and non-Council rubbish bags) pilling up afterhours in rural collection spots across the Manawatū District.

🪰 This is considered fly tipping.

Bags that miss the rubbish truck are ripped into by animals, leaving the surrounding area scattered with rubbish that spreads into neighbouring properties. It also creates a chain effect, as others add their bags to the pile as they think it's okay to do so.

Please remember:

⌚ Blue bags can be dropped off from 12pm the day before your scheduled collection day, up until 7:30am on collection day.

✋ If you miss the drop-off time, take your blue bags to the Transfer Station (247 Kawakawa Road Feilding) free of charge, or wait until the next scheduled collection.

View the scheduled rural bluebag collection drop-off points on MDC’s website: https://www.mdc.govt.nz/services/rubbish-recycling-and-waste/rural-rubbish-and-recycling/drop-off-points

02/06/2026

Missed our online meeting?

You can now watch the recording and catch up on the discussion around local government reform and what it could mean for Manawatū District.

Prefer to join the conversation in person? Upcoming public meetings:
📍 Feilding, Tomorrow at the Feilding Civic Centre at 6pm
📍 Pohangina, Thursday at the Pohangina Hall at 6.30pm
📍 Kimbolton, Tuesday (9 June) at the Kimbolton Hall at 6.30pm
📍 Rongotea, Wednesday (10th) at Te Kawau Memorial Recreation Centre at 6.30pm

Whether you're just starting to learn about the topic or ready to share your views, we'd love to see you there.

🎥 Watch the recording
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1z13vBhjUo

📅 Ready to give us your feedback? Join the conversation and have your say
https://makeyourmark.manawatudc.govt.nz/localgovernmentreform

The conversation starts with you.

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02/06/2026

It's time to register your dog, Manawatū! 🐶

Your loyal furry friend deserves tail-wagging adventures around the District, and as their owner, you deserve services and protocols that help keep them safe. This is all part of dog registrations.

With lifetime tags, your dog keeps the same tag as last year.

But registration is more than just a tag - it helps reunite you with your furry friend if they get lost, supports Council's Animal Control team to deliver services and maintain our District as a safe place for everyone.

👀 Keep an eye on your mailbox, or email inbox, for your dog's renewal letter.

💵 Save your moolah! Register by 31 July for a discounted rate.

👉 Register your dog on our website: https://www.mdc.govt.nz/services/dogs-and-animals/dogs/dog-registration

✏️ Or in person at MDC’s Administration office: 135 Manchester Street Feilding

02/06/2026

Update 02/06/26 4:25pm: The dog has now been reunited with their owner. Thank you for spreading the word!

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Do you recognise this doggo? 🐶

📍 They were found today on Lethbridge Road, near Makino Road, in Feilding.

We want to reunite this sweet dog with their family. If you know their owner, please call our Animal Control Officers as soon as possible.

📞 06 323 0000

02/06/2026

📢 Join the Conversation Tonight

What could local government reform mean for Manawatū District?

Tonight at 6pm, we will be live online discussing the Government's local government reform programme and answering your questions.

No log in is required. Simply click the link and join from wherever you are.
🔗https://www.youtube.com/live/O1z13vBhjUo

Whether you're still learning about the topic, have questions about amalgamation, or already have a view, this is your opportunity to hear more and be part of the conversation.

💬 Have a question? Drop it in the comments below and we'll do our best to answer it during the session.

02/06/2026

Hello June, hello winter, and hello funding schemes! 🤩

Three funding rounds are opening for applications in June, including two that opened yesterday!

♻️ Waste Not Want Not Fund (Open 1 June, closes 30 June)

Funded by the Waste Levy, at no cost to ratepayers, the Waste Not Want Not fund supports initiatives that reduce waste across the Manawatū District.

🎤 Event Fund (Open 1 June, closes 30 June)

This fund supports events or festivals that primarily benefit Manawatū District residents.

🚴‍♂️ Representative Fund (Opening mid-June)

This fund supports individuals or teams selected or qualified to represent the Manawatū District or New Zealand at a national or international event.

Learn more about these funds on MDC’s website and apply before their closing dates.

👉 https://www.mdc.govt.nz/projects-and-news/news/2026/get-ready-three-funding-rounds-opening-in-june

01/06/2026

It's this Saturday, Himatangi Beach!

The bulk refuse collection is coming to town. Make the most of the opportunity to clear out your large rubbish.

📅 Saturday 6 June 2026.
📍 Kerbside collection.
🕘 Collection starts at 9:00am sharp.
💳 Eftpos only.

Normal Council refuse fees apply: https://www.mdc.govt.nz/services/fees-and-charges/rubbish-and-recycling-fees

29/05/2026

UPDATE 03/06/26: New date - Temporary closure of Rangiotū Road

Please be advised Rangiotū Road will be closed between SH56 and Main Drain Road from:

📆 Monday 08 June - Tuesday 09 June
🕘 9:00am – 3:00pm

Detours will be in place during the closure period. For commuters who use Rangiotū Road, please plan for additional travel time.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

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UPDATE - 1:30pm Sunday June 1

Due to the weather forecast, the repairs have been postponed and Rangiotū Road will be open on Tuesday.

A new date for the work has not yet been set.

Thank you for your understanding.

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Rangiotū Road – Temporary closure 🛣️

Please be advised Rangiotū Road will be closed between SH56 and Main Drain Road from:

🕘 9:00am – 3:00pm
📆 Tuesday 2 June – Wednesday 3 June

Council contractors will be repairing the road's approaches at the Oroua River Bridge. Due to the repair method and narrow road width, a full closure is required for efficiency and worker safety.

Detours will be in place during the closure period. For commuters who use Rangiotū Road, please plan for additional travel time.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.