Whangamata Service Centre
The Whangamata Service Centre is the local office of the Thames-Coromandel District Council (TCDC), providing a range of council services and information to Whangamata residents, ratepayers and visitors. It is the first point of contact for council-related enquiries in the Whangamata area.
Services Available
The service centre handles a range of council functions:
- Rates payments: Pay your property rates in person
- Building and resource consents: Lodge applications, check requirements and get advice on building and development projects
- Dog registration: Register dogs and purchase dog tags
- LIM reports: Request Land Information Memorandum reports for property transactions
- General enquiries: Information about council services, facilities and bylaws
- Community information: Local maps, event information and community notices
Building & Consents
If you are planning to build, renovate or develop property in Whangamata, the service centre can advise on consent requirements. The Coromandel has specific rules around coastal building, natural hazard zones and vegetation removal that may differ from other districts. It is always worth checking before starting any work.
Reporting Issues
The service centre is also the place to report local issues such as:
- Road and footpath damage
- Street lighting faults
- Water and wastewater issues
- Rubbish and recycling problems
- Noise complaints
- Stray animals
Issues can also be reported through the TCDC website or by calling the council’s main phone line. During after-hours emergencies (water main breaks, sewage overflows), a 24-hour emergency number is available.
