Media Releases
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Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund 2025-2026 Round Two awards
NewsMedia ReleasesAt a meeting held on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, three local community sports clubs were awarded funding from the Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund for the 2025/2026 Round Two.
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Plans to mark Brunner Mine disaster 130th
NewsMedia ReleasesThe 130th anniversary of the Brunner mine disaster will be marked on March 26 at the mine site and nearby Stillwater Cemetery.
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Mayor welcomes $4.3m for Greymouth port
NewsMedia ReleasesGrey District Mayor Tania Gibson says new Government investment will see Richmond Quay upgraded, unlocking new freight opportunities and building resilience.
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Work progresses on joint water services organisation
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Buller, Grey and Westland District Councils expect to have a board in place to oversee the set-up of a new West Coast water organisation by autumn.
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Council and St Patrick's School announce parking trial
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Grey District Council and St Patrick’s School are implementing a trial range of traffic changes around the school to help keep children safe.
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Richmond Quay development costings; council share increases by $2.75m
NewsMedia ReleasesWith all major tenders now awarded, the Grey District Council can release more information on the total cost of the new Richmond Quay development.
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New Floating Wharves and Toilets for Next Stage of Port Redevelopment
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Grey District Council will shortly be calling for contractors as the $3.48 million port development enters its next stage.
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Tick of approval for West Coast water plan
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Secretary for Local Government has signed off on the West Coast Water Services Delivery Plan.
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Council reports deficit; stronger financial controls in place
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Grey District Council is reporting a total deficit of $4.78 million, noting that stricter financial controls are now in place.
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McLeans Pit Landfill Now Accepting End-of-Life Tyres Free of Charge
NewsMedia ReleasesThis new service supports GDC’s ongoing commitment to waste reduction and responsible resource recovery in our community.
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Grey District Community-Led Vibrancy Fund Awards 2025
NewsMedia ReleasesA committee meeting held on Monday, 3 November 2025, was centre stage for passionate presentations from community groups seeking funding from the Grey District Community-Led Vibrancy Fund
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Change around Grey District Council table
NewsMedia ReleasesInterim results show up to two new councillors.
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Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund 2025-2026 Round One awards
NewsMedia ReleasesAt a meeting held on Wednesday, 8 October 2025, four local community sports clubs were awarded funding from the Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund for the 2025/2026 Round One.
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Creative Communities Scheme Awards 2025/2026 Round One
NewsMedia ReleasesSeven applicants were successful, with a total of $11,673 distributed to support a wide range of creative initiatives.
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LIBRARY OPERATIONAL DETAILS RELEASED
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Grey District Council can now reveal details of how the new library will operate next year, from its opening hours to staff numbers.
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Smart water meters installed in Paroa to support future planning
NewsMedia ReleasesGrey District Council has nearly completed the first stage of installing smart water meters on the Greater Greymouth water supply.
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Council hopeful new quake-strengthening laws will help building owners
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Grey District Council is cautiously optimistic that the Government’s new "risk-based" approach to earthquake strengthening will benefit the Greymouth CBD.
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Wet voting papers
NewsMedia ReleasesThe Grey District Council is receiving queries from people whose voting papers became wet during delivery.
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Free digital help at Grey District Library
NewsMedia ReleasesGood news – free help is at the Grey District Library. For the next 12 weeks, a friendly Digi-Coach will be on hand to solve your digital headaches.
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Roving Rav takes voting on the road
NewsMedia ReleasesFor the first time, an orange voting bin will be taken around the Grey District in a Roving Rav car, a move to get more people voting.
