Draft Annual Plan 2026/2027 Open for Submissions

Westland District Council is seeking community feedback on the Draft Annual Plan 2026/2027.

The Annual Plan sets out Council’s proposed budget, services, and priorities for the coming year. It reflects a review of Year 2 of the Long Term Plan 2025–2034 in response to rising costs and changing conditions.

Key information

•    Consultation open: 10 April to 10 May 2026
•    Proposed average rates increase 6%
•    Anyone can make a submission
•    Final decisions will be made in June 2026

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What’s being proposed

The Draft Annual Plan includes a number of proposed changes for community feedback. These are intended to balance affordability, service delivery, and long-term sustainability.

Proposals include:
•    A proposed average rates increase of 6%
•    Changes to some services and operating hours
•    A review of fees and charges
•    Proposed changes to the way some reserves and depreciation funding are used
•    A number of options where Council is seeking community feedback before making final decisions

Key consultation topics

We are seeking feedback on the following proposals:
•    Remittance of rate penalties
•    Pool operating hours
•    Museum operating hours
•    Library operating hours
•    isite operating hours
•    Library reserves
•    Heritage Park depreciation
•    Review of fees and charges

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