Media Releases

Feedback Phase Concludes for West Coast Local Government Reform

​The community engagement phase of the West Coast Local Government Reform Head Start Project has now concluded.

New port sounding vessel under construction

​A new Port of Greymouth sounding vessel is under construction in Rangiora, part of an $8 million investment revitalising the port.

Last call to have a say on Coast councils

​The Coast needs your voice, have your say!

Three strikes proposed for contaminated rubbish

​A three-strike rule is being proposed for people who continue to place non-recyclable or contaminated waste in their yellow bins.

​2026/2027 ANNUAL PLAN ADOPTED

The Grey District Council adopted the 2026/2027 Annual Plan yesterday, with a total rates revenue increase of 8.68%.

Coast Waters board members announced

The three directors for the new joint West Coast council-controlled organisation for Local Water Done Well - Coast Waters Ltd have been selected from 50 applicants.

​73% of feedback supports a unitary council for the Coast

West Coast communities are continuing to engage strongly in the Head Start local government reform process, with over 69 people sharing their views.

​Richmond Quay building named

Greymouth’s new Richmond Quay development has been gifted a name that reflects the building’s connection to its riverside site.

Coast communities invited to discuss the future of local government

From Karamea to Haast, West Coast communities are being invited to help shape the future of local government on the Coast

Are there too many Councils on the Coast?

West Coast councils are continuing to progress work on the Government’s Head Start local government reform pathway

Creative Communities Scheme Awards 2025/2026 Round Two

Seven applicants were successful, with a total of $11,322.95 distributed to support a wide range of creative initiatives.

One golden ticket down… four to go.

Meet Fergus Boot, a seven-year-old reader who has taken out the top prize in our Book Run competition, awarded to the person who borrowed the most books between 1 May and 22 May.

​Willy Wonka shop window contest

The Grey District Council is today announcing a Willy Wonka-themed shop window contest.

​West Coast Councils Consider Collective Approach

​West Coast Councils Consider Collective Approach

Library to close May 22; pop-up sessions announced

​Seven library pop-up sessions will be held following the closure of the Greymouth Library this coming Friday, May 22, at 5pm.

Road Patrol begins

​After being trained by police this week, St Patrick’s School students are now undertaking road patrol duties.

New Dog Registration Service Helps Lost Dogs Get Home Faster

​Grey District Council is making it easier for lost dogs to be reunited with their owners by introducing a free text-based reunite service with this year’s dog registrations.

Library opening date released

The new Greymouth Library will open to the public on Friday, 3 July.

Joint Media Release - Healthy interest in Coast Waters governance

Work to reduce rate

Grey District councillors will consider not consulting on the Annual Plan this year, as there are no significant changes to what has been forecast.