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Top Students Recognised By RDCSeven top local students have been awarded scholarships valued at $2,000 by Rodney District Council.

New UV System To Be Installed at The Leisure Centre The installation of a new UV sterilisation system at the Leisure Centre, Stanmore Bay will mean that pool users will soon be able to enjoy the benefits of reduced chlorine levels when using the swimming pool.

Planning Rodney Adopted To Guide Council DecisionsRodney District now has a blueprint showing how the District will develop in the future, with the adoption of ‘Planning Rodney.’

Council Aims to Limit Rate IncreasesRodney District Council is aiming to limit rate increases for at least the next three years to the level of inflation.

Dog Bylaw ClarifiedRodney District Council has clarified the time period restrictions on dogs being on beaches apply under in its Dog Control Bylaw.

Drive Safe This SummerIf you’re going to be on the road this summer, Rodney District Council has some simple tips you can follow to ensure you and your family keep safe on your journey.

Rodney Mayor to Sit On RMA Review BoardRodney District Mayor Penny Webster has been appointed by Environment Minister Nick Smith to sit on the technical advisory board that will help the Government draft its reforms of the Resource Management Act.

Guide to Safe Partying ReleasedA new guide has been released by Rodney District Council with information about how young people can enjoy going out and planning parties, while avoiding problems with alcohol and the law.

BBQ Safely This Summer!Barbecues across New Zealand are being dusted off for summer and there are a few simple safety guidelines you can follow to help ensure accidents are avoided.

Penny Gets Accolade from CounterpartMayor Penny Webster's election as chair of the Mayoral Forum has been greeted with delight by Waitakere's mayor Bob Harvey.

Don't Let Alcohol Ruin Your HolidayWith Christmas, New Year and the summer holidays fast approaching, Rodney District Council is urging the Rodney community to make sure that drinking doesn't spoil the seasonal fun.

Persistence Pays Off For Road Safety CampaignA combined road safety initiative between Rodney District Council, the Police, ACC and the New Zealand Transport Agency in the Rodney District is proving to be successful.

Muriwai Beach Speed Restrictions OperatingNew speed limits designed to make Muriwai Beach and Te Oneone Rangatira safer for users are now in place on the beach.

RDC Mayor to Chair Regional Mayoral ForumPenny Webster, Rodney District Mayor has been unanimously voted in as the next Chairperson of the Auckland Regional Mayoral Forum.

MOTAT Offers Free Entry to Senior CitizensSenior citizens living in Rodney District are being invited to share in the “Golden Days of Summer” at MOTAT.

Campaign Launched to Improve Safety on BendsImproving driver safety on bends is the focus of a new road safety campaign in Rodney District.

Consultation on New Parks PlannedRodney District Council is to undertake further consultation early next year on plans to develop two new parks in Silverdale North, located south of the Orewa estuary.

Superheroes Wanted for Adventures in ReadingRodney Libraries has issued a call for youthful Superheroes to be part of its children’s summer reading programme.

The 2009 Bush PartyThe Black Seeds, Salmonella Dub and Little Bushman are confirmed to headline the 2009 Bush Party at Music Mountain Matakana on Saturday February the 28th.

Local Programme Wins Health Care Innovation AwardA partnership between five Manawhenua Marae in South Kaipara and a Primary Health Organisation has been recognised in the New Zealand Health Innovation Awards.

Summer Holiday OpportunityOrganised by the Department of Conservation and Auckland Regional Council.

Urban Design Framework Approved for HelensvilleAn Urban Design Framework aimed at protecting the special heritage character of Helensville has been adopted by Rodney District Council.

New Liquor Bans Introduced in Rodney DistrictThree new liquor ban areas have been introduced in Rodney District.

Further Consultation on Plans for Kumeu - HuapaiRodney District Council plans to have discussions with residents in the Kumeu - Huapai areas about how the towns should develop in the future.

Free Internet Access at LibrariesRodney libraries will be able to offer free broadband access at libraries from 2009

Fire Restrictions To Be IntroducedWith the drier summer months approaching, restrictions on fires in rural areas of Rodney District will be introduced from next week.

'Planning Rodney' Generates Positive Response70 submissions have been received on ‘Planning Rodney’, following the close of the consultation period on the document.

Library Book Tracking System IntroducedA new security system has been introduced at Rodney Libraries to protect library books.

Something Is Killing Our KauriA disease is affecting the health and even the lives of our valuable kauri.

Speedy Consent Process Enables Farmers Market to OpenA new farmers’ market at Hobbs Wharf is now open to the public thanks to the cooperation between Rodney District Council and the market owners.

Council Sets the StandardsA set of standards that helps ensure ratepayers do not face additional costs because of shoddy workmanship leading to infrastructure failures has been released by the Rodney District Council.

Public Encouraged to Support White Ribbon DayNext week people in Rodney are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to ending family violence by taking part in White Ribbon Day.

New Local Government Minister WelcomedRodney District Mayor Penny Webster has congratulated Rodney Hide on his appointment as the new Minister of Local Government.

Consents Sought On Orewa Stormwater Catchment NetworkThe Rodney District Council has applied to the Auckland Regional Council for consents for the existing and future stormwater network for the Orewa catchment.

Awards Evening Celebrates Volunteer Fire ServiceThe contribution made by volunteer rural fire fighters of all ages was recognised at a recent awards dinner. The Rodney Volunteer Rural Fire Volunteers Celebration Evening was held on Saturday 8 November at the North Harbour Stadium.

Mayor Penny Congratulates New PMRodney District Mayor Penny Webster has congratulated Prime Minister-designate John Key on his electoral success at the recent general election.

Clean Up Day A SuccessAt a recent community clean up day Mahurangi East residents turned out in force to make their area a more attractive place to live. Around 30 people lent a hand on Monday October 27 at the Clean Up Day.

Broadband Announcement Benefits Rodney BusinessesRodney District is a step closer to having improved broadband access with the announcement that the Council’s initial application to the government’s Broadband Investment Fund has been successful.

Community Grants ConfirmedMore than 60 groups will benefit from community grants provided by Rodney District Council.

Council Branches Out To Improve ServiceA Yellow Pages plan to build a restaurant 10 metres up a tree has helped to test a new customer service approach at Rodney District Council.

Goudie Goes To ChinaRodney District Councillor Michael Goudie has this week flown to China as a member of the New Zealand Prominent Persons & Leaders Delegation.

Rodney Libraries Host Big Red VisitorThe Kumeu and Helensville libraries will be hosting a special visitor next week.

Waimauku Country Look & Feel To Be PreservedRodney District Council is seeking public feedback on its recently released draft Waimauku Structure Plan.

Christmas Gig For Rodney Live PerformerHot on the heels of fellow Rodney performer Lou Collier, Hibiscus Coast’s Joel Granger has also been selected to sing at this year’s Christmas in the Park in the Auckland Domain.

Hollywood Set For RodneyLast week the Rodney District Council’s District Plan Committee voted to allow a variation to the District Plan that would enable Kelly Park in Wainui to be designated a special zone for film production.

Council Bans Unsafe Driving In Public PlacesRodney District Council is moving to protect the public from dangerous driving on beaches and other public places.

Council Gives Tomarata School An Environmental BoostA grant by the Rodney District Council will help pupils at Tomarata School learn how to grow healthy food, as well as becoming more environmental aware.

Rodney Libraries Annual Writing Competition OpensIt's that time of year again when the annual Rodney Libraries writing competition Rodney Writes gets underway. The competition is now open to people all over New Zealand with $1000s of prize money on offer.

RDC Helps Out With Lofty 'Yellow' DreamIt’s always good to see practical examples of the RDC living up to its ‘vision’ and ‘mission’, to be responsive, innovative and prepared to make a difference and that’s been born out in the latest Yellow Pages’ advertising campaign.

Drive Safely On Muriwai Beach This SummerSlow down, keep off the dunes and comply with road rules is the message for drivers and bike riders on Muriwai Beach this summer.

Riverhead Children's Mural On DisplayA group of year six and seven pupils from Riverhead Primary School have created a mural to reflect the area and some of the activities the children enjoy taking part in around Riverhead.

Rodney Live Winner To Sing At Christmas In the ParkThis year’s winner of the Rodney Live talent quest has been invited to sing at Coca Cola’s 2008 Christmas in the Park.

Transforming Transformers in the WestOver the next couple of months, a group of Rodney artists will be creating murals on selected transformers around Helensville and Parakai.

SH 1 To Be Closed Through the Brynderwyn HillsOn Tuesday 21 October 2008, State Highway 1 will be closed to traffic through the Brynderwyn Hills from Brynderwyn in the south to Waipu in the north from 6.30am to 7.30pm.

Local Author To Visit Rodney LibrariesLocal author Jane Bissell will be visiting libraries around the Rodney District over the next week, where she will discuss her two books: Welcome to the Amazon and The Pink Party.

Rodney Is NZ's Healthiest Spot To LiveRodney District Council Mayor Penny Webster says she is not surprised by news that the district has been identified as the country’s healthiest place to live.

We'll Beat The Cistern “Rank stupidity,” that’s how the chief executive of Rodney District Council has greeted the revelation that a previous Rodney Council voted to limit showers in the district to 9 litres a minute.

Rodney Backs The Adoption of One PlanRodney District Council Mayor Penny Webster says she looks forward to the region’s local authorities adopting the first version of the One Plan programme, which aims at developing the wider Auckland region.

Penlink To Be Built By Government - Toll Free!Penlink has been given the green light by the Government, who will fund the major share of the project and deliver it to Rodney as a toll-free road in a funding partnership with Rodney District Council.

Road Safety Campaign Kicks OffRodney District Council – in conjunction with ACC and the NZ Police – is running a campaign during the next three months to remind motorists to take more care on our roads.

Council Help Locals Clean Up Sandspit's WeedsThe Rodney District Council is helping out locals who are keen to see the restoration of native bush around the Sandspit region.

Residents Tell Council More Improvement NeededRodney’s residents say the Council is lifting its game but still needs to keep on improving – particularly in terms of customer service around building and resource consent processes.

Council Rejects Cornerstone ApplicationThe Rodney District Council has rejected Cornerstone Group’s application for a Private Plan Change or variation to the proposed District Plan that could have lead to a 230 hectare residential development adjacent to Waimauku.

Sign Of Things To ComeThe Auckland Regional Transport Authority, in collaboration with Rodney District Council, has put up a number of Real Time Passenger Information Signs at popular bus stops throughout Rodney.

College Puts Best Foot ForwardStudents, staff, and council representatives recently gathered at the Whangaparaoa College auditorium to celebrate the launch of the school’s new Travel Plan.

Input Sought On Freshwater ManagementThe Government is seeking public feedback on its Proposed National Policy Statement (NPS) for Freshwater Management.

RDC Appoints New Director Customer ServiceLloyd Barton has been appointed as Rodney District Council’s new Director of Customer Service.

No Inconvenience With Fewer ConveniencesThe Rodney District Council’s antiquated toilets at the top of Whangaparaoa’s Plaza Shopping Centre have fallen victim to more modern, better located public conveniences in the near vicinity

Mayor Opens Sharks FacilitiesRodney’s mayor Penny Webster officially opened the facility last Wednesday in front of invited guests, and young stars of the club getting ready for that night’s touch modules.

Mayor Disappointed At Royal Commission Extension TimeRodney District Council Mayor Penny Webster is disappointed by the recent announcement from Prime Minister Helen Clark to give the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance extra time to present its findings.

Graffiti Busters WantedRodney District Council is looking for volunteers to help it clean up graffiti around the region.

Nominations Wanted for Rodney's Sports ContributorsThis year’s Harbour Sport Community Excellence Awards are to be held in Warkworth on Friday 14th November.

Mayor's Painting Milks Funds For SchoolThe annual Waitoki School Art Exhibition fundraiser has seen Rodney Mayor Penny Webster evoke her farming background for the rural-based school.