June 9, 2026 – The Valley Profile

Minister Simon Watts, right, said discussions were "constructive". Photo: SUPPLIED

Local government reshape a hot topic for minister

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:June 9, 2026
Post category:News

Minister of Local Government, Revenue, and Climate Change, Simon Watts, was welcomed to Paeroa on June 5 for a series of meetings with local council staff from the region.A major…

Ministers Simon Watts and Scott Simpson, centre, with Hauraki District Council staff at the announcement. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

$1m for waste minimisation upgrade

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:June 9, 2026
Post category:News

The Waihī Recycling Transfer Station is receiving a $1.079 million upgrade.The upgrade will involve building a dedicated sorting area for construction and demolition waste, as well as increasing the station’s…

The Hauraki Rail Trail. FILE PHOTO

$840k electric boost for rail trail

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:June 9, 2026
Post category:News

The Hauraki Rail Trail has received $840,000 in the latest Government budget, for 14 e-bike charging stations.Tourism and hospitality minister Louise Upston announced the investment on June 1, as part…

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