News
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Compliance important in Level 4 Lockdown
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreNewsResidents and small business owners throughout the Western Waikato area – Waitomo, Ōtorohanga and Waipā Districts – are being encouraged to comply with the Government’s Level 4 lockdown rules.
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Play it safe when we reach level 2 on Thursday
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreThe date for Alert Level 2 has been announced by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern as Thursday 14 May.
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Waiting game for duck hunters
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreHunters eager to target game bird are being reminded to keep waiting it out.
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No shame in asking for help
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWestern Waikato Emergency Operations Centre's welfare team have provided help for 215 individuals and families across the three districts.
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Webpage launched for donations
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreA new webpage has been launched by Waikato Civil Defence aimed at the generous people in our communities.
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Help also available for companion animals
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreLocal residents who are struggling to feed their companion pets can reach out for help through the Waikato Welfare Call Centre on 0800 800 405.
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Move to Level 3 hours away
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWith only a few hours remaining in Level 4 lockdown, Western Waikato residents are being urged to remain vigilant in their efforts to eliminate COVID-19
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Help with staying warm available
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreIn addition to help with food, medication and transport, items used to keep warm are also available through the Waikato Welfare Call Centre on 0800 800 405.
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Hunting on private land allowed at Alert Level 3
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreHunters across New Zealand will be able to hunt on private land with special restrictions when New Zealand moves to COVID-19 Alert Level 3 next Tuesday 28 April.
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Show your support this ANZAC day
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreThis year, Anzac Day will be like no other. With services cancelled for the first time since 1916, New Zealanders are being asked to #StandAtDawn to show their support for our Anzacs.
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Welfare support will continue for those in need
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWestern Waikato residents in need of welfare support can rest assured help will still continue during Alert Level 3.
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Local celebrities share tips for staying fit and happy in your bubble
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreA creative boxing workout with his mum’s groceries is how Chiefs lock Laghlan McWhannell keeps his mind and body stimulated in his bubble.
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Compliance not complacency – we’re still on level four
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreIncreased reports of social gatherings and un-essential travel during Alert Level 4 is raising concerns with Police and Civil Defence throughout the Waikato.
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Keep calling the helpline – it’s working
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWaikato’s 0800 800 405 welfare helpline has provided assistance to close to 1400 people throughout the region – but there is capability to help more.
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Household bubbles will be able to grow at level 3, but shouldn’t burst
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreHousehold bubbles will be able to expand when NZ moves to Alert Level 3 but keep it exclusive and keep it small.
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Don’t blow the halftime lead – we’re still on level four
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreThe announcement of what will happen when New Zealand moves to Alert Level 3 shouldn’t change how we behave under Alert Level 4.
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Western Waikato local hero – David Nordell
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreBuying groceries, collecting prescriptions and sourcing firewood is all in a day’s work for Western Waikato Emergency Operations Centre volunteer ‘buddy’ David Nordell.
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Sore throat? Flu symptoms? Get checked.
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentrePeople experiencing respiratory illnesses including sore throats or runny noses should call Healthline on 0800 358 5453.
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Hang in there, don’t get complacent
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWestern Waikato Emergency Operating Centre staff are encouraging people to hang in there and don’t get complacent
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Please hold off posting your “free to a good home” on Facebook
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreThere is no doubt we live in caring, generous communities. But it appears that some generous members of our communities have resumed posting ‘free to a good home’ messages on local Facebook groups
