Issue No. 434 - 1 October 2009
Tender

Contract 1422:
PVC water main renewals in Somme Parade and London Street

Tenders are invited for the renewal of approximately 650 metres of PVC pipe in Somme Parade and London Street.

Tender documents can be collected from the Customer Service Counter, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui.

Tenders close on Tuesday, 6 October 2009.

Possum poison (cholecalciferol gel bait) stations

Possum poison will be laid in bait stations at Victoria Park cricket ground and Kowhai Park arboretum from Friday, 14 August 2009, to Monday, 30 November 2009.

Bait stations will be well above the reach of small children and dogs.

When in these areas, please keep dogs under control at all times or muzzled. Should they consume any carcasses or parts, please seek veterinary advice.

For further information please contact Richard Terrey at Wanganui District Council during normal work hours, phone (06) 349 0001.

Rates rebates
1 July 2009 – 30 June 2010

The income threshold for rates rebate is $21,910 and the maximum allowable rebate is $550.

However, if your income exceeds $21,910 you could still be entitled to a rebate depending on the total cost of your rates and the number of dependents.

Eligibility for a rates rebate is determined by:

  • the ratepayer's income for the previous tax year (year ended 31 March 2009)
  • the amount of rates (both Wanganui District Council & Horizons Regional Council)
  • the number of dependents

To assist you with your application, please bring in the following:

  • evidence of all gross income for the tax year ended 31 March 2009 (this includes income from interest)
  • your Wanganui District Council rates assessment for 2009/10
  • your Horizons Regional Council rates assessment for 2009/10

Ratepayers need to apply to the Wanganui District Council for a rates rebate. Those who are eligible will then either have their rates reduced by the amount of the rebate, or receive a refund if the rates have been paid in full for the year. The Department of Internal Affairs reimburses the Council from Crown funds.

Dog Registration Fees 2009/10

The Wanganui District Council gives notice, as required by the Dog Control Act 1996, Section 37(b), of the Dog Registration Fees set by resolution of Council on 8 June 2009.

The Dog Registration Fees are for 1 July 2009 to 30 June 2010.

Non Working Dogs

Full Fee

Per dog for first three non working dogs

$100.00

Prompt payment rebate

Registration paid on or before 31 July 2009

-$10.00

Neutered/Spayed rebate

Vet Certificate or receipt required as proof

-$25.00

Good dog rebate (includes the fencing rebate)

No justified complaints received over the last registration year and registration is paid on or before 31 August 2009

-$20.00

 

Possible minimum fee per dog

$45.00

These fees apply to the first three non working dogs.

For the 4th and subsequent dogs registered by the same owner, the fee is $10.00 (per dog)

 

Working Dogs

Full Fee

Per dog for first three working dogs

$35.00

Prompt payment rebate

Registration paid on or before 31 July 2009

-$10.00

 

Possible minimum fee per dog

$25.00

These fees apply to the first three working dogs

For the 4th and subsequent working dog registered by the same owner, the fee is $10.00 (per dog)

 

Impounding Fees

First impounding

Registered dog

$50.00

 

Unregistered dog

$100.00

Second and Subsequent Impoundings (each registration year)

 

$100.00

Sustenance Fee

Per day

$10.00

 

Dogs classified as "dangerous" pay 150% of the level that would apply if the dog were not classified as a dangerous dog (Section 32, 1(e) of the Dog Control Act 1996)

Microchipping of dogs

From 1 July 2006 the following are required to be microchipped:

  • All dogs registered in New Zealand for the first time (excluding working dogs that are exempt)
  • All dogs that have been classified as dangerous or menacing on or after 1 December 2003 (including working dogs)
  • All unregistered dogs that are impounded
  • All registered dogs that are impounded twice in the same registration year, from 1 July 2006
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