2152 days ago

Council services availability end-of-year 2018

Richard Parfitt from Whakatāne District Council

Kia ora,

The Whakatāne District Council's main office will be closed from 5 pm Friday, 21 December and will re-open Thursday, 3 January 2019. Most Council services will either have reduced opening hours or be closed entirely during this period.

Normal hours will resume Thursday, 3 January 2019.

A full list of services' opening hours and refuse collection information over the end-of-year holiday period is available via the link below:
www.whakatane.govt.nz...

Have a safe and happy holiday.

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    64.2% Complete
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    33.4% Complete
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Fostering saves lives and helps these tiny babies grow into healthy, well-adjusted adults, ready for adoption. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

Sign up today and save a life!

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