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Henley Lake
Toxic Algae Warning

  • LOW
  • MODERATE
  • HIGH

Risk levels:

Low – There is a minimal risk to public and animal health.

Moderate – There is a medium risk to dogs, children, the elderly and pregnant women from exposure to the water.

High – There is  a significant risk to public and animal health. No water activities should be undertaken on/by the lake and interaction with the lakes water should be reduced.

For more information please contact us on (06) 370 6300.

 

To find details on Toxic Algae risk in our rivers, please visit Greater Wellington Regional Council’s website

 

Homebush Waste Water Treatment Plant IS currently discharging to the river.
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Latest News in Masterton

Masterton's future
The 2018-28 Long-Term Plan is being developed. Public consultation closed 30 April.
Find out more about the key issues we’re considering and the next step in our process of developing a plan for Masterton’s future.
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APPLICATIONS OPEN – Community Events Fund
Are you considering holding an event? Will it contribute to our district’s social well-being and cultural diversity and help promote Masterton as a visitor destination?
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MEDIA RELEASE – MDC achieves emissions reduction certification
Masterton District Council (MDC) has become one of New Zealand’s first local governments to achieve an internationally-recognised emissions reduction certification.
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REMINDER: Outdoor fire ban
We’re trying to keep our air clean over winter. To help us, please don’t burn outdoor fires between 1 May – 31 August.
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MEDIA RELEASE – New Chief Executive for Masterton District Council announced
 Masterton District Council has appointed Kath Ross as its new Chief Executive, effective from August 2018. Ms Ross has more than 20 years’ experience in local government, across both district and regional councils. She has held many leadership roles including General Manager of Planning and Policy for the Northland Regional Council, Policy Development Advisor for Read More
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Asset & Insurance Valuation Tender
The Masterton District Council requires updated Asset Valuations of its Land and Buildings.
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Media Release – Community asked for views on Masterton’s future
 The Masterton community is being asked to help shape the future of the district with consultation on key spending opening on Thursday. The Council’s draft Long-Term Plan went go to council on Wednesday 28 March, and opened for consultation from Thursday 29 March. The plan considers issues such as what a rejuvenation of the town Read More
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