Our Local Alcohol Policy must balance the need to reduce alcohol-related harm in our community whilst simultaneously supporting business and a vibrant city.
2025 - 2026 Mahere ā Tau | Year 2 of the 2024-2034 Long Term Plan (LTP). This Annual Plan outlines what Council plans for the financial year 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026.
Te Nekehanga Awapoti o Waikawau. Have your say on two new proposals for Waikawau Reserve, to relocate the boat ramp and to create a swimming-only area.
He katinga rori | In 2023, Council trialled and adopted a road closure through Kuirau Park, following community feedback with 72% of responses in favour.
Rotorua Lakes Council has identified the need to develop a Play, Active Recreation and Sport Strategy and an Open Space (Parks) Plan.
The Baxendale Reserve Development project started in 2022 to capture community views around developing a reserve and esplanade around the Baxendale subdivision.
In 2021, we consulted with residents in Ngakuru, Upper Atiamuri and Horohoro on whether they supported an extension of the rural kerbside waste collection.
The purpose of the Open Space Level of Service policy is to outline Council’s approach to the provision and development of the open space network.
As part of the Government’s Local Water Done Well policy, Council needs to make a decision about how it will deliver water services in the Rotorua district.
We’re seeking feedback and insights from the Ngongotahā community to help shape the future of the village.
Vision 2030 was Rotorua Lakes Council's 2017 plan to set the direction and priorities for Council. It was adopted following community consultation.
Rotorua Lakes Council proposed to sell a piece of land it owned at 21-23 Ranginui Street, Ngongotahā, known as Ranginui Street Reserve.
The Reserve Management Plan has been developed to support the future management of Hannahs Bay/Waikawau Reserve.
Waikawau/Hannahs Bay Reserve is a valuable community recreational space and has important cultural and environmental significance. Find out what's happened here.
Te Mahire Horanuku Ariā o te Papa Rēhia ki Waikawau.
In 2020, Council proposed the Westbrook Sport and Recreation Precinct. Consultation for this project has concluded.
The Annual Plan 2019 - 2020 was adopted by Council following consultation. We sought feedback on one key matter around wastewater services.
In 2020, Council consulted on and adopted District Plan Change 2 - Pukehāngi Heights. This plan change facilitated residential and rural residential development.
Construction on the iconic Rotorua Museum building began in June 2024. Works are expected to be complete in 2027.
He Papakāinga, He Hāpori Taurikura. Te Arawa and Council have identified safe, secure housing as our top shared priority to ensure positive, thriving communities.
Council proposed amendments to the Traffic Bylaw 2018 to accommodate the new ‘pay by plate’ parking technology.
At the 12 December 2024 Council meeting, Council approved handing back ownership of the Pūruru South Recreation Reserve at 35 Tarewa Road.
District Plan - Plan Change 1 - Minor Changes
The plan change is intended to clarify and improve the provisions for managing noise, as well provide clear references to the New Zealand standard.
This 2018 amendment to the Traffic Bylaw 2015 was made to define "shared paths" and "shared zones".
The purpose of this Plan Change is to make some minor additions for signage and other miscellaneous changes to the Rotorua District Plan.
He Wāhi Noho mō te Katoa – Te Panonihanga o te Whakaritenga 9
Council has been approached by the Rotorua Honey Bee Club requesting the granting of a lease over part of the reserve at the end of the Kingsley Drive.
Te Kaunihera o ngā Roto o Rotorua Mahere ā Tau 2023/24
Te kaupapa kurī me te ture ā-rohe | Dog Control Bylaw and Dog policy was revised in 2024 following community consultation.
Te Mahere Hukihuki Pae Tawhiti 2024 - 2034 is about our vision is to make Rotorua a better place for all. After consultation, it was approved and made final in July 2024.
In 2023, Council consulted the community of Rotorua to decide whether to proceed with the original Museum strengthening project or change.
Ngā whenua o Te Ngae Road kua tohua hei rāhui waipiro
In 2021, we conducted a review of local road and state highway speed limits in and around Rotorua, in partnership with Waka Kotahi NZTA.
The Long-Term Plan 2018-28 set out what Council proposed achieving over the following 10 years and how that would be funded.
Te Tuhinga ā-uiuinga o te Mahere Hukihuki Whakarite i te Tere Waka
Rotorua considered two options for rubbish & recycling collection options for all households.
Council trialled overnight parking at Hamurana Reserve
The Council undertook a review of the Water Services and Trade Waste Bylaw 2010 in 2017.
Rotorua Lakes Council passed the 'Class IV Gambling and Board Venue Policy' on 27th July 2017.
This 2017 photo competition was run to support the Rotorua 2030 Vision project to encourage residents to share their stories visually about how they see Rotorua.
We asked property owners if they wanted to have the new service or continue to have a weekly household rubbish collection with no organic food/ green waste collection.
A LAP sets certain rules and conditions on alcohol licenses. To develop a new LAP, we would like to understand the community's views and experiences related to alcohol,
Have questions or want to learn more about a project, contact us below:
| Phone | +64 07 348 4199 |
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| info@rotorualc.nz | |
| Website | www.rotorualakescouncil.nz |
| In writing | 1061 Haupapa St Rotorua 3010 New Zealand |
