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The Upper Hutt City Council is the local authority responsible for the area stretching from Silverstream to the Rimutaka Hill summit, encompassing an area of 540 square kilometres. This is a huge area for a territorial authority, and with the rolling hills, expansive rural areas, the bustle of the urban landscape, and the trail of the Hutt River and State Highway 2, Upper Hutt is very diverse. For the 42,000 residents of Upper Hutt there are the many ways that your Council provides services that make living life in our great community that little bit better. Key Services - Rates &amp; Payment - Waste Removal - Dog Registration - Permits and Licences.Our History Upper Hutt derives its name from an English Member of Parliament, Sir William Hutt, who was a director of the New Zealand Company (formed in the late 1830s) that organised the settlement of the Wellington and Hutt Valley areas beginning with the arrival of the first immigrant ships from 1840. Early Maori names for the river were Te-Awa-Kairangi and Heretaunga. Upper Hutt was settled right at the beginning of the European colonisation of Wellington. Richard Barton, its first resident, arrived in 1840 on the Oriental, the second of what is known as the first four ships. He made his home at Trentham in 1841 in the area now known as Bartons Bush. The first town settler was James Brown in 1848. Upper Hutt was originally part of the Hutt County, constituted in 1877. On 24 April 1908, it was proclaimed a Town Board and the first seven Commissioners were farmer GI Benge (first chairman), milkman RH Williams, farmers A Martin and JT Craig, butcher WR Keys, builder J Harrison and painter FH Wilkie. The first secretary was AJ McCurdy, an outstanding character in this areas local politics. He became first Mayor when Upper Hutt became a Borough on 26 February 1926. On 28 May 1966 it was proclaimed a city. The northern areas of Rimutaka Riding of Hutt County were brought into the city on 1 April 1973 to give Upper Hutt the second largest land area of any New Zealand city. It grew in size again on 1 November 1988 when the former Heretaunga-Pinehaven Riding was incorporated upon the abolition of the Hutt County Council. Exactly a year later the City of Upper Hutt as it is today was constituted with the abolition of the Heretaunga/Pinehaven District Community Council.Parks and Reserves We know you value our parks and open spaces. We want a green and attractive city and will make Upper Hutt greener through improved care of public spaces. So whether you want to go for a walk, a picnic, play sport, or just relax, youll find the perfect spot in your local park. Upper Hutt City has more than fifty parks offering picturesque walkways, majestic trees and gardens, playgrounds, picnic areas and sports grounds. Key attractions include Trentham Memorial Park, Maidstone Park and Harcourt Park. In addition, a network of smaller parks throughout the city provide space for organised sport and casual recreation, neighbourhood playgrounds, and bush cover and walking tracks. For more information on the facilities and services managed by the council please visit our website.

Ruapehu District Council (RDC) is the local territoral authority for the Ruapehu district.  We have our head office in Taumarunui with a second major office in Ohakune and a small service centre in Raetihi. For locations and opening hours see Council Contact Information

## Ruapehu District
Ruapehu is one of New Zealand's largest districts by land area but with one of the smallest permanent population counts made up of many small, diverse and geographically spread out rural communities. 
It has an area of 6,730 square kilometers and had a population of 11,844 at the 2013 census, down 12.7% from the 2006 census.

The district is landlocked, and contains the western half of the Tongariro National Park, a duel world heritage location, including most of Mount Ruapehu and the western sides of Mount Ngauruhoe and Mount Tongariro, as well as part of the Whanganui National Park. The district is also home to the world famous Raurimu Spiral on the North Island Main Trunk railway line.

The Ruapehu District offers unlimited opportunities as a region in which to live, work or visit.
Blessed with spectacular scenery, the Ruapehu District has a magnificent range of attractions and things to do and, as such, offers an unparallelled lifestyle.

## Tourism
The tourist towns of Whakapapa Village, National Park and Ohakune are located near Mount Ruapehu in the south east of the district, and Waiouru, with an elevation of 815 metres, is in the extreme south east of the district and houses the large Waiouru Army Camp. The southern section of the infamous Desert Road section of State Highway 1 runs through the east of the district, from Waiouru to Rangipo.

## Ruapehu Economy
Ruapehu has well developed farming, forestry, manufacturing and visitor industries, offering many employment and investment opportunities. The local communities are extremely entrepreneurial and, along with Council, are focused on achieving and maintaining sustainable development within the District.

The South Waikato District lies at the heart of the North Island of New Zealand. State Highway 1 runs through three of our main towns - Tokoroa, Putaruru and Tirau. The Council has a main office in Tokoroa, a second office in Putaruru, and the Information Centre in Tirau acts as an agent.

South Waikato District Council provides several services for its community - including animal control, planning, building, civil defence, rural fire, community events, capacity building, libraries, pools, sportsgrounds, events centre, roading, wastewater, water supply, rubbish and recycling, among others.

For more information or for online services please visit our website.

Whangarei Community Arts Council serves customers in Northland and are in the Local Authorities category.   We welcome your enquiry.

We are Thames Coromandel District Council - Mercury Bay Service Centre in the Waikato Region.  Get in touch now!

Thames Coromandel District Council serves customers in the Waikato Region and are in the Local Authorities category.   We welcome your enquiry.

NZ Wool Testing Authority Ltd serves customers in Hawkes Bay and are in the Local Authorities category.   We welcome your enquiry.

We are Southern Wairarapa Safer Community Council Inc in Wairarapa.  We are your local providers in the Local Authorities category.  Get in touch now!

Civil Defence Tararua serves customers in Hawkes Bay and are in the Civil Defence category.   We welcome your enquiry.

Greater Wellington Regional Council promotes Quality for Life by ensuring our environment is protected while meeting the economic, cultural and social needs of the community.

Our specific responsibilities include environment management, flood protection and land management, provision of regional parks, public transport planning and funding, and metropolitan water supply.

The Council is responsible for developing policies that direct the activities of the Greater Wellington & Wairarapa. Various Acts of Parliament, such as the Local Government Act and the Resource Management Act state what activities the Council should, or may, be involved with. It is the Councillors' role to decide how the activities should be carried out.

## Biosecurity
Biosecurity (pest animals and pest plants)is about protecting our environment, economy and way of life from the harmful impacts of pests and diseases. Greater Wellington works with landowners to target regional pest plants and animals and helps the rural economy by controlling possums to stop the spread of bovine Tb.

## Emergency management
We co-ordinate the Civil Defence Emergency Management Group for the region. We work together to minimise the potential effects of emergencies, prepare ourselves and the community, respond to emergencies and help the community to recover.

## Environment
The region's natural resources - land, water, air, energy - sustain our lives. We help people to use these resources appropriately and sustainably.

## Flood protection
The region's many rivers mean homes, farmland, jobs, livelihoods and property can be at risk from flooding. We help communities protect themselves from the effects of flooding.

## Land management
Soil erosion can be prevented or reduced by improving the way the land is used, perhaps by planting trees, by changing management systems, or by allowing native bush to grow in areas that are at risk from erosion. We work with landowners to control soil erosion.

## Parks and forests
We maintain a network of regional parks and forests, enjoyed by thousands of people every year. We also look after their environmental and historical features.

## Pollution control
We maintain a 24-hour incident response service, conduct environmental assessments of industrial and commercial sites, and maintain a register of sites with hazardous industries or activities. To report a pollution incident, phone 04-384 5708, or freephone 0800 4WN REG.

## Transport
We fund bus and train services, we plan the roading network and we build public transport infrastructure. Greater Wellington spends about $30 million each year subsidising public transport.

## Water supply
Greater Wellington collects and treats all the drinking water used in Wairarapa.

Hamilton City Council serves customers in the Waikato Region and are in the Local Authorities category.   We welcome your enquiry.

The role of the Council is to provide services to the community, as required by statute or determined by Council Policy, in a cost effective manner. Council provides leadership in relation to issues that affect the Waitomo District Community, through the sustainable management of the environment and promotion of the District's needs and aspirations.

Council also ensures that the District's infrastructural assets and associated resources are utilised and managed in a responsible way for the benefit of residents and ratepayers both for today and for the future.

**Our vision is: Creating a better future with vibrant communities and thriving business.**

In the Local Authorities category, South Taranaki District Council is located in Taranaki and are here to help you.  Check out South Taranaki District Council today. We await your call!

Our Local Authorities can assist you in Bay Of Plenty. Bay of Plenty Regional Council are here for you.  We're based in Bay Of Plenty so get in touch to find out more information about us today.

Central Hawke&rsquo;s Bay District covers an area of 333,450 hectares with a population of 12,948.  It covers the area from Pukehou-north to Takapau-south, and from the western Ruahine ranges to the eastern coast.  Each of the four corners of the district has a marae.  These are: Pukehou, Kairakau, Rongo Maraeroa (at Porangahau) and Rakautatahi (at Takapau).

There are two main towns in Central Hawke&rsquo;s Bay - Waipukurau and Waipawa - with a number of smaller townships including Otane, Takapau, Tikokino, Porangahau and Ongaonga; as well as several beach townships including Kairakau, Pourerere, Aramoana, Blackhead and Te Paerahi.

We are Waitaki Safer Community Council in the Timaru Oamaru Region.  We are your local providers in the Local Authorities category.  Get in touch now!

Metro Timaru operates in the Timaru/Oamaru RegionMetro Bus &amp; Timetable Information:Website www.metroinfo.co.nzCall 03-688 5544 Monday-Saturday 7am - 7pm Sunday 9am - 7pm

We are Tasman District Council in the Nelson Region.  We are your local providers in the Recycling category.  Get in touch now!

Due to its location and environment, New Zealand faces many potential disasters. In some cases, such as a weather-related or volcanic disaster, there may be time for a warning,  but an earthquake could strike without warning.  All disasters have the potential to cause disruption, damage property, and take lives,  so it's vital that you prepare now.

How prepared are we as a community or individual for the next man-made or natural disaster?  
Will you cope when disaster strikes?  Be prepared ... disaster can strike at any time and often without warning.
Knowing what to do in the event of a disaster can help to keep you and your family safe.
Preparing for a disaster can be quite simple and a good place to start is to visit www.getthru.govt.nz.

Alternatively, pick up a copy of "Are You Prepared" at any Council Office.  It has easy to use information on:

Developing a household emergency plan.

What you require for your emergency survival kit.

What you need for your getaway kit.

Preparing for different kinds of disasters.

Hurunui District Council look after the local communities and council run facilities and services in the area. For more information, please call us today.

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