You require a camping ground licence when:

Two or more parties are living independently of each other on any area of land for hire, donation or any other such reward.  Before applying please check the 1985 Camping Grounds Regulations.

How do I apply?

You will need to complete an Application Form. This is also available from the Waipukurau Library and Service Centre in Kitchener Street, Waipukurau or the main Council Office at 32 Ruataniwha Street, Waipawa. You may also phone Council on 06-857-7731 and request that a form be posted to you.

Who do I call?

If you would like more information either e-mail Bobbi Orr or phone Council on 06-857-8060.

What we need from you

Once you have completed the application form you need to forward it along with the $180 fee to Council either by dropping it into our Waipukurau or Waipawa office or posting it to:

Central Hawke's Bay District Council
PO Box 127
WAIPAWA 4240

The process

An application form needs to be completed. An inspection of the camping ground will be undertaken after which you will be notified of work required to be done. Following that an annual inspection is carried out under statute. You may need to consult with the Hawke's Bay Regional Council and the Resource Management Act, depending on the site.